Radiologic Technologist Jobs in Raleigh, NC
Radiologic technologists in Raleigh earn a metro median of about $33 an hour, and UNC REX has offered new grads a $10,000 commitment incentive on top of base pay. Here are the current openings, followed by who hires, what it pays and how to get registered.
Current radiologic technologist Openings in Raleigh, NC
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Radiologic Technologist Work in Raleigh
X-ray work in Raleigh follows the three health systems out from their hospitals into the suburbs. WakeMed runs imaging at the Raleigh Campus on New Bern Avenue and at Cary Hospital, plus physician-practice sites in Garner and Zebulon. UNC REX staffs radiology at its Raleigh hospital on Lake Boone Trail, and Duke Health hires techs for Duke Health Cary, Duke Orthopaedics of Raleigh, a Holly Springs urgent care and a neurosurgery clinic in Morrisville. Orthopedic groups such as Raleigh Orthopaedic add steady weekday clinic work.
That spread means you can choose your schedule. Hospital roles cover the evening and weekend demand from the trauma center and emergency departments, often with call, while orthopedic and urgent care sites run closer to business hours. New graduates find more doors open at the hospitals, where several Raleigh postings require no prior experience.
Top Raleigh Employers for Radiologic Technologists
These Raleigh hospitals and practices hire radiologic technologists:
- WakeMed - hires registered radiographers and new graduates for the Raleigh Campus, Cary Hospital and practice sites in Garner and Zebulon.
- UNC REX Healthcare - hires radiology technologists at its Raleigh hospital with a posted range of $24.13 to $34.70 an hour, open to new grads.
- Duke Health - hires radiologic technologists for Duke Health Cary, Duke Orthopaedics of Raleigh and its Holly Springs urgent care.
- Raleigh Orthopaedic - the orthopedic practice hires experienced radiologic technologists for clinic imaging.
Radiologic Technologist Salaries in Raleigh
- Entry level: about $24 to $28 an hour for newly registered technologists.
- Experienced: roughly $29 to $36 an hour with a few years on the job.
- Senior: $37 to $46 an hour for leads and techs cross-trained in CT or interventional radiology.
These are estimates. BLS May 2025 data puts Raleigh-Cary radiologic technologists at a median of $32.79 an hour, with the 10th percentile at $26.07 and the 90th at $46.45, slightly below the North Carolina median of $35.79. UNC REX posts $24.13 to $34.70 for its radiology technologists. Evening, weekend and call pay, sign-on or commitment incentives, and added modalities such as CT, MRI or interventional work move pay the most.
How to Become a Radiologic Technologist in Raleigh
North Carolina does not license radiologic technologists, so there is no state board to apply to. Employers require registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) instead, or registry eligibility with the exam passed within a year of hire at UNC REX. The local route is Wake Tech's Radiography associate degree (71 credits) at the Perry Health Sciences Campus in east Raleigh, which includes clinical rotations at area health care facilities and prepares graduates for the ARRT exam. Wake Tech publishes planning guides for both fall and spring entry.
What the Job Involves
Radiologic technologists position patients and take diagnostic x-rays of chests, limbs, spines and abdomens, run portable x-ray at the bedside and in the operating room, and assist with fluoroscopy. They check orders, protect patients and staff from radiation, review image quality and send studies to radiologists through PACS.
Skills Employers Look For
- ARRT registration in radiography, or registry eligibility
- BLS for Healthcare Providers certification
- Patient positioning and radiation safety
- PACS and digital radiography experience
- Calm, clear communication with trauma and post-surgical patients
- Willingness to work evenings, weekends and call
Career Path and Advancement
Most Raleigh rad techs start in general radiography at a hospital or clinic, then cross-train into CT, MRI, mammography or interventional radiology, where pay climbs. Wake Tech runs advanced programs in CT, MRI and mammography for working technologists, and WakeMed, UNC REX and Duke all post lead and supervisor imaging roles for those who want to manage a department.
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If imaging interests you, these related Raleigh roles are close matches:
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you need a license to be a radiologic technologist in North Carolina?
No. North Carolina does not currently license radiologic technologists. Raleigh employers require ARRT registration in radiography instead, and some, such as UNC REX, hire registry-eligible graduates who pass the exam within a year.
How much do radiologic technologists make in Raleigh?
The Raleigh-Cary median is $32.79 an hour, according to BLS May 2025 data. New grads usually start in the mid $20s, and techs with CT or interventional skills can reach the mid $40s.
Can new graduates get hired in Raleigh?
Yes. UNC REX has posted radiology technologist jobs that require no prior experience, and WakeMed posts graduate technologist roles. Orthopedic practices more often ask for one to two years of experience.
How long does it take to become a rad tech in Raleigh?
Wake Tech's Radiography program is a 71-credit associate degree with clinical rotations, so plan on the time a full-time associate degree takes, then the ARRT exam. The program plans for both fall and spring entry.
What shifts do Raleigh rad techs work?
Hospitals staff x-ray around the clock. WakeMed has posted a Raleigh shift running noon to 10:30 pm with call, while orthopedic clinics and outpatient sites keep closer to weekday business hours.
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