Description
Per Diem Radiology Technologist – Level 2 Trauma Center
📍 Springfield, OR | PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center – RiverBend
Why PeaceHealth. Why Now. What’s In It for You.
If you want real schedule freedom and higher hourly pay—without committing to fixed hours or a benefits package—this role was built for you.
At PeaceHealth, we care for people with purpose. That includes our patients, our communities, and our caregivers. At our Level 2 Trauma Center in Springfield, you’ll use your skills where they matter most—while keeping control over when and how often you work.
This per diem role is ideal if you:
- Want to pick up shifts that fit your life
- Prefer higher take‑home pay instead of benefits
- Are comfortable with variable hours and fast‑paced work
- Like the option to earn more by covering evenings, nights, weekends, and hard‑to‑fill shifts
Who This Role Is Best For
- Radiology Technologists who want maximum flexibility
- Techs who are okay with no guaranteed hours
- Those who prefer extra pay instead of benefits
- Professionals who enjoy trauma‑level acuity and variety
- Techs looking to supplement income or balance other commitments
Per Diem Availability Expectations
To maintain per diem status, technologists must be available to:
- Work at least 3 shifts per month
- Cover 1 holiday per year
- Pick up 2 call shifts per month
Pay & Differentials
- Base hourly pay: $41.67 – $58.31
- Actual rate depends on experience, education, and collective bargaining agreement
- 15% differential in lieu of benefits
- Shift differentials
- Evening: +$2.50/hr
- Night: +$5.00/hr
- Weekend: +$1.00/hr
- More opportunities to earn by picking up hard‑to‑fill shifts
About the Role & Setting
- Per Diem / Relief role
- 0.00 FTE with variable scheduling
- Work at a Level 2 Trauma Center
- Fast‑paced environment with strong clinical exposure
- Supported by a collaborative, professional imaging team
- Union‑represented position (multiple openings may be filled from this posting)
What You’ll Do
- Perform diagnostic X‑ray exams for inpatients, outpatients, trauma, and ED patients
- Complete portable exams in patient rooms and clinical areas
- Assist with surgical imaging when needed
- Position patients accurately for clear imaging results
- Select the correct imaging settings for each exam
- Follow radiation safety and infection prevention practices
- Check for pregnancy when required before exams
- Review patient history and prior images to guide the exam
- Explain procedures to patients in simple, reassuring terms
- Adapt quickly when patient needs or conditions change
- Support physicians and clinical teams with timely imaging
- Help train students or staff when assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program (Students or recent grads may be considered)
Experience
- 1 year of experience preferred
- Familiarity with PACS/RIS systems required
Licenses & Certifications
- ARRT (R) required (or ARRT‑eligible with certification within 6 months)
- Oregon Radiologic Technologist license required
- OBMI temporary license accepted at hire
- BLS required upon hire
Ready to Take Control of Your Schedule and Earnings?
If you want flexibility, higher pay, and meaningful work in a trusted, mission‑driven health system, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply today and join PeaceHealth—where care is delivered with purpose, precision, and people at the center of everything we do.
For questions, or for a full description of this position, contact Andrea, atworek@peacehealth.org.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.