Green Card Radiographer Jobs
Radiographer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through U.S. hospitals and imaging centers willing to file PERM labor certification and petition for EB-2 or EB-3 permanent residence. Employers must complete a prevailing wage determination and a DOL recruitment test before sponsoring you, so targeting facilities with established international hiring programs gives you the clearest path to lawful permanent residency.
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Performs diagnostic imaging at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
What You Will Do
- Adheres to hospital safety standards.
- Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely standards.
- Adheres to all radiation and fluoroscopic safety standards.
- Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
- Consistently follows hospital and department SOPs, policies and protocols.
- Demonstrates successful patient/technical imaging skills by producing a variety of radiological procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
- Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
- Able to perform all applicable equipment Quality Control.
- Accurately records all requested database/log records.
- Displays a commitment to Hospital Mission and Core Values.
- Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and facility policies.
- Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
- Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies.
- Maintains competency skill levels for patient exam imaging.
- Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
- Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience.
- Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.
- Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
- Associate's Degree Completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology with appropriate Certification. (Required)
Work Experience
- Previous Registered X-Ray Technologist Experience (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Clear knowledge of x-ray equipment (digital/analog), image printers, computers, PACS and radiology information system. (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
- Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including C-arms, portables, and various computers (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills. (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to perform procedures specific to area. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work independently. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT-R) American Registry of Radiological Technologists (Required Upon Hire)
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) Ohio Department of Health (Required Upon Hire)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Rarely
- Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
- Balancing Occasionally
- Stooping Frequently
- Kneeling Frequently
- Crouching Frequently
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Frequently
- Handling Frequently
- Grasping Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
- 10%
A Brief Overview
Performs diagnostic imaging at the direction of physician protocol. Provides compassionate age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
What You Will Do
- Adheres to hospital safety standards.
- Adheres to ALARA, Image Gently, and Image Wisely standards.
- Adheres to all radiation and fluoroscopic safety standards.
- Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety.
- Consistently follows hospital and department SOPs, policies and protocols.
- Demonstrates successful patient/technical imaging skills by producing a variety of radiological procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care.
- Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics.
- Able to perform all applicable equipment Quality Control.
- Accurately records all requested database/log records.
- Displays a commitment to Hospital Mission and Core Values.
- Maintains patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with privacy laws (HIPAA) and facility policies.
- Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements.
Additional Responsibilities
- Effectively follows directions to maintain compliance with State and Federal Agencies.
- Maintains competency skill levels for patient exam imaging.
- Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards.
- Proficient at instructing students and new staff after 1 year of experience.
- Must demonstrate the ability to work independently.
- Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
- Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
- Associate's Degree Completion of an accredited 2-year program in a school of Radiologic Technology with appropriate Certification. (Required)
Work Experience
- Previous Registered X-Ray Technologist Experience (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
- Clear knowledge of x-ray equipment (digital/analog), image printers, computers, PACS and radiology information system. (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
- Uses a variety of equipment specific to the area, including C-arms, portables, and various computers (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills. (Required proficiency)
- Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to perform procedures specific to area. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work independently. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
- Registered Technologist Radiography (ARRT-R) American Registry of Radiological Technologists (Required Upon Hire)
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT:R) Ohio Department of Health (Required Upon Hire)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
- Standing Frequently
- Walking Frequently
- Sitting Rarely
- Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
- Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
- Balancing Occasionally
- Stooping Frequently
- Kneeling Frequently
- Crouching Frequently
- Crawling Occasionally
- Reaching Frequently
- Handling Frequently
- Grasping Frequently
- Feeling Constantly
- Talking Constantly
- Hearing Constantly
- Repetitive Motions Constantly
- Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
- 10%
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Radiographer
Verify your credentials before applying
ARRT certification and state licensure are non-negotiable for U.S. radiographer roles, and PERM audits often require proof that your foreign credentials are equivalent. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before you approach any employer about sponsorship.
Target imaging networks over solo practices
Large hospital systems and regional imaging networks have dedicated HR and immigration infrastructure to run the PERM recruitment test and file I-140 petitions. Smaller independent practices rarely have the administrative capacity to manage the multi-step employment-based green card process.
Search Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Use Migrate Mate to identify U.S. healthcare employers with verified green card sponsorship history for radiographer roles, searchable by location. Targeting employers who have already navigated PERM for similar positions cuts your research time and reduces the risk of an employer learning the process from scratch.
Understand the PERM recruitment test requirements
Your employer must advertise the radiographer role, document that no qualified U.S. workers applied, and submit the PERM application to DOL. If the audit documentation is incomplete, DOL can deny certification and restart the clock, so confirm your prospective employer has done this before.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
If you're a national of a high-demand country like India or China, your EB-2 or EB-3 priority date may face a backlog before an immigrant visa number becomes available. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin published by USCIS to understand where your category and country stand before accepting a job offer.
Clarify portability rights before changing jobs
Once your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or similar radiographer occupation without losing your place in line. Confirm the new role meets the same occupational classification before resigning.
Green Card Radiographer: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers radiographer roles?
Most radiographer positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role typically requires at least two years of specialized training or an associate or bachelor's degree in radiologic technology. If you hold an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, your employer may petition under EB-2 instead, which can offer a shorter wait for some nationalities.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for radiographers?
Green card sponsorship via PERM leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. The process requires your employer to file a PERM labor certification with DOL, prove no qualified U.S. workers are available, then file an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. Unlike H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country limits mean nationals of high-demand countries may wait years for a visa number to become available.
How do I find employers who sponsor radiographers for a green card?
Search Migrate Mate to browse U.S. healthcare employers with verified green card sponsorship history for radiographer and imaging roles by city or state. Focusing on employers who have already completed the PERM process for similar positions is the most reliable way to identify realistic sponsorship opportunities rather than speculating about employer willingness.
What does the PERM labor certification process involve for a radiographer role?
Your employer files a prevailing wage determination request with OFLC, then conducts a DOL-mandated recruitment test, advertising the role and documenting that no minimally qualified U.S. workers applied. Only after DOL certifies the PERM application can your employer file an I-140 petition on your behalf. The recruitment documentation must be retained for five years in case of an audit.
Can I change employers after my green card process has started?
AC21 portability allows you to change to a new employer in the same or similar radiographer occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Your priority date from an already-approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's petition. Confirm with an immigration attorney that the new role qualifies under the same occupational classification before you resign.