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RAD Technologist Extern PRN

HCA Healthcare

Richmond, VAPer Diem$16.02–22.43/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$16.02–22.43/hr
Location
Richmond, VA
Role Type
Internship
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Basic Life Support

Job overview

The Imaging Student Extern provides basic patient-centered care and assists with x-ray procedures under the supervision of a Registered Radiologic Technologist. The role is for someone currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of radiography, gaining practical experience in imaging principles. Higher-level procedures may be performed after competency is achieved and in accordance with training and departmental needs.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient CarePatient AssessmentPatient MonitoringPatient PositioningPatient VerificationPatient ScreeningRadiographyImaging PrinciplesHuman AnatomyPhysiologyPathologyMedical TerminologyCommunicationBasic Life Support

Qualifications

Accredited Radiography School Enrollment1+ Years Imaging EducationBasic Life Support

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $16.02 - $22.43 / hour

Learn more about the benefits offered ( https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards ) for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) RAD Technologist Extern PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Parham Doctors' Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Imaging Student Extern delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care skills while gaining practical experience and knowledge in imaging principles. Under the supervision of a Registered Radiologic Technologist, the Imaging Student Extern prepares for and assists with x-ray procedures, in accordance with the Extern’s skills/training and the needs of the Department. The Imaging Student Extern is currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of radiography and can perform higher-level procedures once competency is achieved.

Serves as the liaison between patients and departmental physicians and other members of the support team.

Obtains patient histories and screens patients for factors/conditions that may affect the imaging procedure.

Transports patients to and from the procedure area.

Assists in preparing and positioning patients for procedures. Performs patient verification prior to procedure.

Remains sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, patient assessment, patient monitoring, and patient care skills. Provides basic patient care and comfort.

Notifies Radiologic Technologist of any emergencies or concerns.

Assists in imaging room setup and turnover between patients, ensuring a safe and clean environment.

Assists with the maintenance and organization of radiology supplies.

Performs clerical work as needed, including greeting patients and families, registration, filing, answering and transferring phones, and relaying messages.

Maintains confidentiality of all patient care information to assure that patient’s rights are protected.

Demonstrates an understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.

Adheres to all facility safety practices.

Participates in educational opportunities to develop optimal patient care, enhanced knowledge, and technical competence.

What qualifications you will need:

  • • Currently enrolled and in good standing in an accredited school of Radiography, Required1+ years of imaging education completed, or as mandated by state of practice, Preferred Basic Life Support (BCLS) required within 30 Days Benefits

Parham Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence

  • Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling

  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing

  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our RAD Technologist Extern PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and 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

How this job compares

Set against the 4,761 open Radiologic Technologist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$16.02–22.43/hr
  • Virginia median$33–49/hr67 hourly ranges
  • US median$34–49/hr2,010 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $19.23/hr, is 53% below the Virginia median midpoint ($41/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Radiologic Technologist hourly ranges in Virginia.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 118 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in Virginia and 4,761 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Virginia
Experience
Radiologic Technologist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (1,586 postings).
Education
43 of the 4,761 open Radiologic Technologist jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 28, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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