Registered Radiological Technologist

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC) is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform diagnostic radiographic exams to assist physicians in forming diagnoses and treatment plans. The role requires ARRT certification in Radiography and valid Nevada licensure, with BLS certification also preferred.

Ideal candidates may work varied shifts (days, swings, graveyards) and will contribute to a high-quality, Magnet-recognized hospital environment with strong patient care standards.

Qualifications

• Must possess ARRT certification in Radiography and NV license.
• High school diploma or equivalent and radiology school graduation.
• BLS certification accepted; Office Lab Assistant License if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnostic radiographic exams to support physician diagnoses and treatment plans.
• Ensure radiographic procedures follow safety and quality standards.

Skills

Radiographic exam procedures

Radiation safety

Equipment operation

Patient communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate from accredited radiology school

Tools

ARRT certification in Radiography

Nevada State Radiology License

BLS certification (AHA)

Office Lab Assistant License (within 30 days)

Job description

Position Summary

As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life-saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients.

EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS)

UMC is home to Nevada's ONLY Nonprofit Level I Trauma Center, Verified Burn Center, and Multi-Organ Transplant Center. In 2026, we became the FIRST and ONLY Magnet®-Recognized hospital in the state, reflecting UMC's nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

COMPETITIVE SALARY & BENEFITS PACKAGE

Provides diagnostic radiographic exams of patient for use by physicians in the development of diagnoses and treatment plans.

Job Requirement

Education/Experience

Equivalent to graduation from high school and graduation from an accredited school of radiology.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

Must possess valid American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography and State of Nevada License in Radiology. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accepted by the American Heart Association (AHA). Office Lab Assistant License within thirty (30) days of hire (applies only to employees hired into a Quick Care, Primary Care, Express Care, or other ambulatory care cost center as applicable and determined by leadership).

Additional Position Requirements

Preferences

Will Be Given To Applicants Who Document The Following:

• Trauma experience.
• Open to work varied shifts (days, swings, graveyards).

Knowledge Of:

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements

Radiographic examination procedures and protocols; diagnostic x-ray equipment; quality assurance and quality control measures; personal computers; anatomy and physiology of the human body; contrast application and contrast reaction symptoms; venipuncture techniques; department and hospital safety practices and procedures; patient rights; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures; age specific patient care practices.

Skill In:

Positioning patients properly to maximize results; using diagnostic x-ray exam equipment; preparing and administering contrast solutions; applying radiation safety principles; applying aseptic principles; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting, including stamina to stand and/or walk for extended periods of time; vision to use standard office equipment and read printed materials including a VDT screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification.