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Summit Medical Group
Knoxville, Tennessee

Radiologic Technologist (RT) **New Grads Encouraged to Apply** - Summit Medical Group at Deane Hill

Imaging TechNo weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Summit Medical Group at Deane Hill, is seeking a Registered Radiology Technologist (RT) to join their practice. *ARRT / State of Tennessee Medical X-Ray Operator Full Certification License required

New Grads Encouraged To

Apply

This is a Full-time opportunity / Working the following schedule:

Monday - Friday 8:00 a. m. - 4:30 p. m.

Responsibilities: (List does not include all duties assigned)

  • Prepares patients for radiologic procedures.
  • Takes x-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, including proper use of shielding equipment, and OSHA requirements.
  • Ensures equipment is in working order. Reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
  • Processes radiologic logs and other paperwork in a timely, thorough and accurate manner.
  • Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies.
  • Develops, processes, and / or files radiologic film based on site protocol.
  • Assists with other clinical procedures as appropriate.
  • Maintains required and appropriate certifications, including radiologic and CPR.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality.
  • Adheres to all aspects of the corporate compliance plan.
  • Performs related tasks as requested by supervisor.
  • Prepares equipment to efficiently collect blood specimens.
  • Performs venipuncture, arterial and capillary punctures on patients as appropriate.
  • Assists in the care of the donor prior to, during, and after the donation.

EDUCATION: Graduate of accredited radiologic technology program.

EXPERIENCE: At least six months experience in a similar clinical setting preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Current CPR certification. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) registration required. Active State TN X-ray license is required.

Summit Medical Group is East Tennessee’s largest primary care organization with more than 526 providers at 90 practice locations in 23 counties.

Summit also consists of four diagnostic centers, mobile diagnostic services, eight physical therapy centers, four express clinics, central laboratory, and sleep services center. Summit provides healthcare services to more than 370,000 patients, averaging over one million encounters annually. For more information, visit summitmedical.com

In addition to our commitment to the health of our community, our organization is also committed to the health of our employees through our employee Wellness Program. Employees receive a discounted monthly insurance premium if they actively participate in the wellness program. Pre-employment drug testing will occur prior to starting work and only candidates who pass the drug test will be considered eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities

The Radiologic Technologist is responsible for preparing patients for radiologic procedures and performing x-rays while ensuring safety and equipment functionality. Additionally, the role involves performing clinical tasks such as venipuncture and maintaining accurate medical records and examination rooms.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited radiologic technology program and hold an active ARRT registration and Tennessee state X-ray license. Current CPR certification is also required, and while experience is preferred, new graduates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

X-ray proceduresArterial punctureCapillary punctureEquipment maintenanceClinical documentationSafety compliance

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Radiologic Technology market look like in Tennessee?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in radiologic technology (imaging tech)ranked against 1,166 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedRadiologic Technology median $88k (middle half $77k–$104k)61 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiologic Technology listings in Tennessee17 active1,157 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 38% no call · 66% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Radiologic Technology listings267 in the last 30 days200 the 30 days before (+34%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiologic Technology pay trend+4.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,166 Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

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Salary Distribution

22 jobs
6
<$85k
7
$85k-105k
2
$105k-125k
4
$125k-145k
3
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs
401k / retirement match
89%
Sign-on bonus
37%
CME allowance
16%
Relocation assistance
16%

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,166 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Knoxville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k
Typical market rent
$1,701/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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