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$39.16 - $60.42/hr

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear ... Float Pool Position Overview This role is part of our Imaging Float Pool, requiring flexibility to ...

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Nuclear Med Technologist Float Pool

Fresno, CA · On-site

$39.16 - $60.42/hr

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear ... Float Pool Position Overview This role is part of our Imaging Float Pool, requiring flexibility to ...

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X-Ray Technologist Float

Toms River, NJ · On-site

$41 - $46/hr

X-Ray Technologist Float Toms River Surgery Center has an immediate need for a part time X-Ray ... Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance * Paid time off (vacation & sick leave ...

Imh

Nuclear Med Technologist Float Pool

Almont, MI

$39.16 - $60.42/hr

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear ... Float Pool Position Overview This role is part of our Imaging Float Pool, requiring flexibility to ...

Imh

Nuclear Med Technologist Float Pool

Cleveland, OH

$39.16 - $60.42/hr

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear ... Float Pool Position Overview This role is part of our Imaging Float Pool, requiring flexibility to ...

Imh

$39.16 - $60.42/hr

As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic Nuclear ... Float Pool Position Overview This role is part of our Imaging Float Pool, requiring flexibility to ...

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How much do medical technologist float jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical technologist float in the United States is $35.24, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.60 and $43.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a medical technologist float?

A Medical Technologist Float is a laboratory professional who is trained to work in multiple departments within a clinical laboratory setting. Unlike regular medical technologists who are assigned to specific departments, float technologists are flexible and can be assigned to various areas such as hematology, microbiology, chemistry, or blood bank, depending on staffing needs. Their role is essential for covering shifts, filling in during staff shortages, and ensuring smooth laboratory operations. Float technologists must have a broad knowledge of laboratory procedures and be adaptable to different workflows and equipment. This position requires strong problem-solving skills and the ability to quickly adjust to new environments.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a medical technologist float?

To thrive as a Medical Technologist Float, you need a bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science or a related field, along with ASCP or equivalent certification and comprehensive knowledge of laboratory procedures. Familiarity with laboratory information systems, automated analyzers, and quality control protocols is essential. Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication skills help you excel when moving between departments and collaborating with various teams. These skills ensure accurate test results, smooth workflow integration, and high-quality patient care across different laboratory environments.

How does a medical technologist float adapt to working in different laboratory departments and shifts?

As a Medical Technologist Float, you’ll be assigned to various laboratory departments such as hematology, microbiology, or chemistry, often covering for staff shortages or high workload periods. This requires strong adaptability, the ability to quickly learn different protocols, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with new teams regularly. You’ll often need to manage a flexible schedule, including variable shifts, which can be both a challenge and an opportunity to broaden your expertise. Floating exposes you to diverse procedures and technologies, enhancing your skills and making you a valuable asset to the laboratory.

What is the difference between Medical Technologist Float vs Medical Technologist?

AspectMedical Technologist FloatMedical Technologist
CertificationsASCP, AMT, or equivalentASCP, AMT, or equivalent
Work EnvironmentMultiple hospital departments, flexible locationsSingle laboratory or department
Employer UsageHospitals, labs requiring coverage across departmentsDedicated to one department or lab

Medical Technologist Float roles involve working across various departments within a hospital, requiring versatility and adaptability. In contrast, Medical Technologists typically work in a specific laboratory setting. Both roles require similar certifications and skills, but the float position offers more variety and flexibility in work locations.

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Infographic showing various Medical Technologist Float job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,307 per year, or $35.2 per hour.

Imaging Technologist Float PRN

Rapides Regional Medical Center

Charleston, SC • On-site

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Rapides Regional Medical Center rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

994th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Imaging Technologist Float PRN

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Imaging Technologist Float PRN, Trident Medical Center.

We are seeking a Freestanding ER Imaging Float Technologist PRN for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!

The Free-standing ED (FSED) Float tech is required to work at all Trident Health System free-standing ED Imaging departments to meet the specific needs of each facility.

What you will do in this role:

  • Perform all duties relating to the specific primary and post primary imaging modalities in which they are working (both RAD and CT).
  • Competently operate all diagnostic RAD and CT equipment to include preparing the rooms with the necessary equipment and supplies for the imaging exam.
  • Assist in the primary mission of the FSED Imaging department by ensuring that proper diagnostic information is provided through the production of high-quality scans, protocol adherence, critical thinking, excellent patient care, and obtaining clinically relevant history.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Must be ARRT (R) registered with a post primary certification of ARRT (CT) preferred.
  • SCRQSA as required
  • BLS required
  • 1+ years of experience in medical imaging strongly preferred
  • Employee must be competent to work at all FSED Imaging departments within Trident Health System.

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, Trident Medical Center and Summerville Medical Center and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency.

We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Health’s more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Imaging Technologist Float PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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