Radiology Technician

Job Title: Radiology Technician
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Employment Type: Contract
Work Setting: Onsite
Number of Positions: 1

Hours: 40 hours/week
Contract Duration: Approximately 90 days
Contract Dates: August 17, 2026 – November 30, 2026
Shift: 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 5 days/week
Experience Required: 1+ year
Additional Requirement: Travel Radiology Technician experience preferred

The Radiology Technician performs diagnostic imaging procedures and provides safe, accurate, and patient-centered radiologic services. The technician prepares examination rooms, positions patients and equipment, operates radiographic equipment, produces diagnostic-quality images, and monitors patients throughout examinations.

The Radiology Technician will document examination information, communicate important findings or information to physicians, maintain patient records, monitor radiation safety, manage radiographic supplies, and assist with the maintenance and troubleshooting of radiographic equipment.

This position requires a qualified Radiology Technician who is comfortable working an overnight schedule in a diagnostic radiology environment and can provide safe, efficient, and high-quality imaging services.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare examination rooms and radiographic equipment for patient examinations.

Prepare patients for diagnostic imaging procedures and explain procedures clearly.

Position patients and radiographic equipment appropriately to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.

Operate radiographic and computerized imaging equipment according to established procedures.

Enter commands and patient data into computer systems to document examinations and specify scan sequences.

Monitor video displays and imaging parameters to adjust density, contrast, and other technical factors as appropriate.

Produce clear, usable diagnostic images for physician interpretation.

Monitor patients during examinations and respond appropriately to patient needs or changes in condition.

Follow established radiation safety procedures and take appropriate measures to prevent unnecessary radiation exposure.

Administer radiopharmaceuticals when required and within applicable scope of practice, training, and authorization.

Provide appropriate patient care and maintain patient comfort, dignity, and safety throughout examinations.

Report important patient or examination information to physicians and other appropriate healthcare professionals.

Maintain accurate and timely patient records and examination documentation.

Organize daily procedure schedules and coordinate imaging needs, including emergency examinations.

Monitor and maintain adequate radiographic supplies and notify appropriate personnel when supplies need replenishment.

Answer technical questions related to radiographic procedures and provide appropriate pre-procedure instructions.

Assist with scheduling appointments and other administrative responsibilities as required.

Perform scheduled maintenance activities on radiographic equipment.

Assist with troubleshooting and emergency repairs or escalate equipment issues to appropriate technical personnel.

Maintain compliance with applicable hospital policies, radiation safety standards, infection prevention procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Collaborate effectively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, technologists, and other members of the healthcare team.

Provide compassionate, professional, and patient-centered care.

Perform other radiology and imaging duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Current and valid Radiologic Technologist/Radiology Technician license or certification appropriate for the state of Iowa and applicable role requirements.

Minimum 1 year of Radiology Technician/Radiologic Technologist experience.

Experience performing diagnostic radiographic examinations.

Knowledge of radiographic positioning and imaging techniques.

Ability to operate radiographic and computerized imaging equipment safely and effectively.

Knowledge of radiation safety principles and procedures.

Ability to properly position patients and equipment to obtain diagnostic-quality images.

Ability to monitor patients during imaging procedures and respond appropriately to patient needs.

Strong attention to detail and technical skills.

Strong patient-care, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to accurately document examination and patient information.

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced diagnostic radiology environment.

Ability to work the required overnight schedule.

Ability to work 40 hours per week.

Ability to work onsite in Waterloo, Iowa.

Preferred Qualifications

Recent traveler/contract Radiology Technician experience.

Experience working in a hospital-based diagnostic radiology department.

Experience with multiple radiographic imaging systems and computerized imaging platforms.

Experience handling emergency and time-sensitive imaging procedures.

Experience with radiopharmaceutical administration, where applicable to scope of practice and facility requirements.

Experience with radiographic equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

Strong experience working collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.

Recruiter Submission Template

Full Legal Name:
Highest Education (Institution, Degree & Graduation Year):
Current Radiology/Radiologic Technologist License – State:
License/Certification Number:
License/Certification Expiration Date:
ARRT Certification? (Yes/No – Details):
Current BLS Certification? (Yes/No – Expiration Date):
Total Years of Radiology Technician/Radiologic Technologist Experience:
Total Years of Hospital-Based Radiology Experience:
Do you have a minimum of 1 year of recent Radiology Technician experience? (Yes/No – Details):
Current/Most Recent Radiology Facility:
Type of Facility:
(Hospital / Diagnostic Imaging Center / Outpatient / Other)
Do you have traveler/contract Radiology Technician experience? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience performing diagnostic radiographic examinations? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience with patient positioning and radiographic equipment operation? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience following radiation safety procedures? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience producing diagnostic-quality images? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience with computerized imaging systems? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience administering radiopharmaceuticals, if applicable to your scope of practice? (Yes/No – Details):
Do you have experience with radiographic equipment maintenance/troubleshooting? (Yes/No – Details):
Are you comfortable working the overnight schedule? (Yes/No):
Are you available to work Monday–Friday, 8:00 PM–6:00 AM? (Yes/No):
Are you available to work 40 hours per week? (Yes/No):
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Current Location (City, State):
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Are you able to relocate on your own and work onsite in Waterloo, Iowa? (Yes/No):