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Capital Surgical Solutions

Radiology Tech PRN

Littleton, CO ยท On-site

$30 - $46/hr

Position Summary The Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist supports orthopedic surgeons by providing ... This role focuses on Cโ€‘arm fluoroscopy and orthopedic-specific imaging to assist with outpatient ...

Alliance-Orthopedics-

NJ ยท On-site

$100.57/hr

Radiologic Technologist Department: Medical Employment Type: Full Time Location: Old Bridge ... Alliance Orthopedics Reports To: Senior Operations Manager As a Radiologist Technologist, you will ...

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EmergeOrtho

Radiologic Technologist

Smithfield, NC

A Medical Assistant | Radiologic technologist is responsible for performing quality diagnostic imaging in an orthopedic setting. The position delivers a high care volume by ensuring patients are ...

EmergeOrtho

Radiologic Technologist

Smithfield, NC ยท On-site

A Medical Assistant | Radiologic technologist is responsible for performing quality diagnostic imaging in an orthopedic setting. The position delivers a high care volume by ensuring patients are ...

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How much do assistant orthopedic radiologic technologist jobs pay per week?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average weekly pay for assistant orthopedic radiologic technologist in the United States is $1,830.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,153.85 and $2,394.23 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an assistant orthopedic radiologic technologist?

An Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist is a healthcare professional who supports orthopedic radiologic technologists and radiologists in performing diagnostic imaging procedures, such as X-rays, specifically focused on bones and joints. They help prepare patients for imaging, operate radiologic equipment under supervision, and assist with patient positioning to ensure accurate results. Their role is essential in orthopedic departments, helping ensure patient safety and efficient workflow during imaging procedures related to musculoskeletal conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant orthopedic radiologic technologist?

To thrive as an Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist, you need a solid understanding of human anatomy, radiographic imaging, and basic patient care, typically supported by an associate degree in radiologic technology and relevant certification (such as ARRT). Familiarity with digital radiography systems, PACS, and orthopedic imaging protocols is essential. Attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to comfort patients are standout soft skills in this role. These skills ensure accurate imaging, patient safety, and effective collaboration with orthopedic teams.

What are some typical challenges faced by an assistant orthopedic radiologic technologist when working in a fast-paced clinical setting?

Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologists often work in environments where they must balance efficiency with patient care, especially during busy clinic hours or emergency cases. Common challenges include managing multiple imaging requests simultaneously, ensuring patient comfort while obtaining high-quality images, and adapting to the specific needs of orthopedic patients, such as those with limited mobility or acute injuries. Effective communication with orthopedic surgeons, nurses, and other technologists is crucial to coordinate care and reduce patient wait times. Staying organized and calm under pressure helps maintain safety and accuracy in image acquisition.

What is the difference between Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist vs Radiologic Technologist?

AspectAssistant Orthopedic Radiologic TechnologistRadiologic Technologist
CredentialsTypically requires a certificate or diploma in radiologic technologyRequires an associate's degree and state licensure
Work EnvironmentAssists in orthopedic imaging, often under supervision in hospitals or clinicsOperates imaging equipment independently in hospitals, clinics, or diagnostic labs
Job ResponsibilitiesPrepares patients, assists with imaging procedures, and supports technologistsConducts diagnostic imaging procedures independently, evaluates images, and maintains equipment

The Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist primarily supports imaging procedures in orthopedic settings, often under supervision, while the Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic imaging independently with more advanced responsibilities. Both roles require relevant certifications, but the technologist role involves higher education and licensure.

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Infographic showing various Assistant Orthopedic Radiologic Technologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,196 per year, or $45.8 per hour.

Radiologic Technologist

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska

Anchorage, AK โ€ข On-site

$26.41 - $47.84/hr

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Radiologic Technologist, OPA Lake Otis, PRN
Orthopedic Physicians Alaska
Salary Range: $26.41-$47.84 hourly
Full-time Benefits:
  • Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA
  • Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401K
  • Profit sharing
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off starting at three weeks per year
  • 7 paid holidays per year
  • Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews

Schedule: PRN
Your Role at OPA:
As a Radiologic Technologist at OPA you will perform high quality radiological exams in a safe and welcoming environment for patients.
What You'll Do:
  • Prepare patients for radiologic procedures. Protect patient, self, and other staff from radiation hazards. Take X-rays and other radiological images following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involve setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients and includes implementing infection control procedures for the work area. Select proper ionizing factors for radiological diagnosis. Adjust/set radiographic controls. Positions patients and take diagnostic images of specific parts of the patient's body as requested by physicians. Process image. Check image for clarity, retaking when needed. Distribute or transmit image to appropriate medical staff.
  • Properly operate and assist providers in the use of Large C-arm and Mini C-arm including increasing and decreasing densities and contrast, reducing dose exposure, increasing dose exposure for image quality, printing images, transferring images to OPA PACS system, and operating under ALARA during each exam.
  • Download images from CD, pull up images on PACS and label downloaded images onto OPA PACS system as required or needed.
  • Aid and assist providers and staff during pain and OR procedures, including patient positioning that demonstrate the best anatomy, moving radiology equipment, providing radiation protective devices and complying with ALARA and provider standards and preferences.
  • Properly position patients for flat plate X-Rays while using portable machine.
  • Recognize which scheduled exams require radiology; order and aide in those exams and exams used for portable X-Rays, and perform according to planned and/or emergency situations.
  • Demonstrate diplomacy and tact in interpersonal interactions with patients, management, nursing staff and physicians.
  • Maintain required records including patient records, daily log books, and monthly reports.
  • Clean, maintain, and make minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs. Perform quantity and quality control checks to assure X-ray unit meets standards required by laws, rules, and departmental policies. Comply with safety standards.
  • Maintain radiographic supplies, film, and orders as necessary, stock OR room and storage units, clean C-arm and mini C-arm and return portable machine to end of day storage location. Assist with patient turn over and recovery room turn over, communicate nightly with management for that day's schedule.
  • Other duties as needed or assigned.

Why You'll Excel in This Role:
  • You consider compassionate, skillful, patient care a top priority
  • You exhibit a high degree of professionalism with OR staff, physicians and patients
  • You maintain a high level of dependability and attendance
  • You have the ability to work with multi-disciplinary staff
  • You have knowledge of patient positioning during OR and pain exams,
  • You have knowledge of radiation safety and protection
  • You are able to adjust radiation factors to obtain optimal radiographic views based on physicians needs and abiding by ALARA
  • You have skill in using proper body mechanics to ensure patient and technologist safety when moving/transferring patients

Required Qualifications:
  • One (1) year experience as X-ray technologist;
  • Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist
  • Associates degree in radiological technology from accredited X-ray technologist program

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Three (3) years๏ฟฝ experience as a Radiology Technologist in either OR or medical practice setting

Candidates meeting the above skills and qualifications and desiring to be part of a patient-centered, professional environment are invited to apply.
At OPA, you will enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk-in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.
Learn more about Orthopedic Physicians Alaska at www.OPAlaska.com.
FLSA status: Non-exempt
Candidates meeting the above skills and qualifications and desiring to be part of a patient-centered, professional environment are invited to apply.
OrthoAlaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.

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