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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Radiologic Technologist

Imaging TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$32.45-$41.38/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

SHIFT: Any (United States of America)

New Hire Sign-on Bonus

  • Full Time: $15,000
  • Part Time: $7,500

Seeking Breakthrough Makers

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.

At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.

CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs.

CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.

  • Available Shift Options
  • Full Time (day or evening shift)
  • Part Time (flexible based on department needs)

What You Will Do

Performs all basic diagnostic techniques and examinations according to the protocols determined by the Radiologist:

  • Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination.
  • Produces optimal radiographs for the purpose of diagnostic interpretation.
  • Selects proper technical factors, restraining devices and operates diagnostic equipment (c-arm, portable, R&F, and general) as directed.
  • Completes exams within specified productivity standards.
  • Identifies, develops, and digitizes patient films.
  • Maintain records of exams.

Digitizes all radiographs performed in the E.D. department within a reasonable timeframe.

  • Responsible for proper identification on film including patient identification and patient demographics.
  • Develops film by automatic processing.
  • Provides protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards to ensure the well-being of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties.
  • Maintains appropriate records of examinations.
  • Maintains the integrity and efficiency of the Radiology Information System.
  • Subjected to on-call status including weekends, holidays and other shifts as assigned.
  • Refers to the Lead Technologist any complex problems and/or issues.
  • Encouraged to participate in continuing education and self-development
  • Participates in the formal in-service program provided for Radiology Complex.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Education

  • High School Diploma / GED Required
  • Technical Diploma Radiology Program Required

Licenses and Certifications

Radiography - American Registry for Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) - within 12 months - Required and

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - within 12 months - Required

Experience

  • Prior work experience preferred, not required
  • Candidates will be hired into job codes (level I, II, III) based on years of experience
  • Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Basic knowledge of all forms of diagnostic imaging (Required proficiency)
  • Basic knowledge of film processing equipment (Required proficiency)
  • Basic knowledge of PACS systems (Preferred proficiency)
  • Basic knowledge of Radiology Information Systems (Preferred proficiency)
  • Basic knowledge of CR and DR equipment (Required proficiency)
  • Responsible for maintaining the continuing education required for this position. (Required proficiency)
  • Attend Infection Control lecture-mandatory (Required proficiency)
  • Attend Fire & Safety lecture-mandatory (Required proficiency)
  • Obtains at least 12 CE credits/year (Required proficiency)

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Salary Range

$36.60 - $46.65 Hourly

Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.

At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.

Key Responsibilities

Perform basic diagnostic imaging techniques and examinations according to radiologist protocols while ensuring patient safety. Maintain accurate patient records and operate various diagnostic equipment including C-arms and portable units.

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma, a Technical Diploma from a Radiology Program, and ARRT and CPR certifications. Candidates are hired into levels based on experience, ranging from entry-level to over 5 years.

Key Skills

CR EquipmentRadiograph ProductionC-arm OperationPortable X-ray OperationSafety Standards Compliance

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$77k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $79k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs · 4 employers

3
<$125k
1
$128k
0
$135k-145k
1
$149k

Annual compensation range

#1

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital · New York, New York

$59.85-$71.51/hr
#2

Radiologic Technologist - Pediatric

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$37.29-$61.64/hr
#3

Ultrasound Technologist OBGYN Fort Collins

$35.37-$58.95/hr
#4

Radiology Technologist

$36.99-$57.44/hr
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,304 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends

Living in Philadelphia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$204k
Typical market rent
$1,768/mo
Residents’ average commute
32 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.6
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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Benefits & Perks

Sign-on bonus: $15,000 full-time, $7,500 part-time
Comprehensive benefits package