Radiology Technician Jobs in Des Moines, IA

A Radiology Technician, also referred to as a Radiologic Technologist, plays an integral role in the radiology field. They are responsible for operating complex medical imaging equipment, such as X-ray, computed tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging machines to help diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. Their duties include explaining procedures to patients, positioning them to get the most accurate images, and ensuring patient safety during the process. The images produced by Radiology Technicians are then interpreted by Radiologists to provide diagnosis or treatment plans.

Important skills for a Radiology Technician include attention to detail, the ability to work with complex machinery, good communication skills, and empathy for patients. They should also have a good understanding of anatomy, physiology, and radiology principles. Radiology Technicians should have an associate's degree in Radiologic Technology and must be certified by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Prior to becoming a Radiology Technician, an individual may have been a Medical Assistant, a Certified Nursing Assistant, or a Medical Imaging Assistant. These roles provide relevant experience in patient care and medical environments that can be beneficial in a radiology setting.

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Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel - MRI Tech Shift: Days, 7a-7:30p, 12x3, 36hrs per week Length: 13 weeks Requirements: 1 Year Experience BLS COVID-19 Vaccine Epic Travel Staffing: Day 1...

Radiologic Technologist Specialist Registered-CT-Methodist- AS NEEDED

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Choose a career that matters with UnityPoint Health Des Moines! UnityPoint Health - Des Moines is a family of four hospitals including Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Iowa Lutheran...

Travel X Ray Technologist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 21 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

Radiology Technologist - Radiology

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 22 hours ago

Radiology technicians work in a variety of settings including hospitals, outpatient clinics, health centers, and medical labs....

Travel Radiology Tech (Rad Tech)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 23 hours ago

Travel Radiology Tech - Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Radiology Tech -....

Travel Interventional Radiology Rad Tech

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

The Gifted Healthcare Experience Gifted Healthcare is an award-winning travel nursing agency that offers nursing contracts at premier healthcare facilities across the United States. Gifted...

Technician Radiology Technologist

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Technician-Radiology Technologist for a travel assignment in Des Moines Iowa. At TotalMed, our aim is to be the last company you ever work with. We prove it, too, with the highest...

Certified Radiology Technologist - (RAD Tech)

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

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Radiology Tech

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 1 day ago

Description: As a Radiology Tech, you'll complete diagnostic procedures by working directly with the patient to capture images requested by the attending physician....

Travel Radiology Technologist - $2,659 per week

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Medical Solutions Allied is seeking a travel Radiology Technologist for a travel job in Des Moines, Iowa. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Radiology Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Local Allied-Radiology Technologist, Electrophysiology (EP) Lab

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 2 days ago

Radiology Technologist - Electrophysiology (EP) Lab We are seeking a highly skilled Radiology Technologist specializing in Electrophysiology (EP) Lab procedures. In this role, you will assist in...

Rad Tech/X-Ray Tech - Travel Job. Job in Des Moines Gr8Jobs

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 3 days ago

images, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process....

Radiology Tech-Cath Lab Tech

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 days ago

Radiology Tech - Cath Lab Tech Estimated Gross Weekly Wage $2479 Location Des Moines, IA Shift 07:00 AM-05:30 PM Start Date 05/20/2025 Assignment Length 12 weeks Job Type Travel Job ID THS-344445 Step...

Radiographer (PRN)

  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Looking for a career where you love what you do and who you do it with? You're in the right place. Healthcare here is different - we're locally owned and led by our physicians, and all decisions...

Radiologic Technologist PRN

  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (12 miles from Des Moines, IA)
  • 12 days ago

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Description: Shift Hours: PRN/Varied - Performs Diagnostic Imaging procedures on scheduled shifts including operating imaging equipment. - Rotates regularly through...

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Salary for Radiology Technician Jobs in Des Moines, IA

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Highest Education Level

Radiology Technicians in Des Moines, IA offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
50.9%
Bachelor's Degree
26.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
High School or GED
5.8%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%


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