Essential Imaging.
Academic Medicine.
Real Impact at the Point of Care.
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists at UVA Health are trusted clinical professionals whose work directly informs diagnosis, treatment decisions, and patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
This role offers the opportunity to practice high-quality diagnostic imaging in a nationally recognized academic medical center where precision, collaboration, and patient centered care are core to everything we do.
Where Your Expertise Meets Purpose Radiologic technologists are often the first to translate clinical questions into answers.
At UVA Health, that responsibility comes with the support of advanced technology, respected clinical leadership, and a culture that values your expertise.
This position is well-suited for technologists who want meaningful clinical work, professional growth, and the opportunity to contribute within an academic health system that sets the standard for imaging excellence.
The Role As a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, you will perform diagnostic imaging procedures that support patient care, medical education, and clinical research across a diverse patient population.
You’ll work in close partnership with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and fellow technologists to deliver accurate, timely imaging that drives high-quality care.
In this role, you can expect to: Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations using established protocols to ensure image quality, patient safety, and diagnostic accuracy Prepare, position, and educate patients to support comfort, cooperation, and optimal imaging outcomes Operate and maintain imaging equipment, ensuring adherence to radiation safety standards and departmental quality guidelines Apply clinical judgment to adapt positioning and technique based on patient condition and clinical indication Communicate effectively with radiologists and care teams to support timely interpretation and coordinated care Contribute to a collaborative department culture that values professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement The pace of the work is steady and purposeful, balancing technical precision with patient interaction.
An average day may include imaging for routine diagnostics, complex medical conditions, and urgent clinical needs, all while supporting the broader mission of an academic medical center.
Why UVA Health UVA Health is a Magnet recognized academic medical center and Level 1 trauma center where diagnostic imaging plays a critical role in patient care, education, and discovery.
