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Radiology Technologist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or a related field. Employers in hospital systems, outpatient imaging centers, and teleradiology firms regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for credentialed technologists. ARRT certification and state licensure strengthen your petition.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation Wilkes-Barre, PA
Job Category Diagnostic Services, Radiology
Schedule Nights
Work Type Full time
Department GWV Radiology Team
Date posted 09/17/2026
Job ID R-08159
Job Summary
Sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!!! Responsible for performing a variety of standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations, equipment operation, and for maintaining related records.
Job Duties
- Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
- Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
- Sets up and adjusts immobilization and radiation protective equipment and devices.
- Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
- Assists physician with various procedures.
- Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
- Maintains related records and notations.
- Assists in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.
- Participates in the educational training of students.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Skills
Organizing; Preceptor Skills; Communication; Radiology
About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Location Wilkes-Barre, PA
Job Category Diagnostic Services, Radiology
Schedule Nights
Work Type Full time
Department GWV Radiology Team
Date posted 09/17/2026
Job ID R-08159
Job Summary
Sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!!! Responsible for performing a variety of standardized radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations, equipment operation, and for maintaining related records.
Job Duties
- Performs standardized radiological radiographic and fluoroscopic examinations utilizing proper patient position, identification and exposure techniques.
- Knowledgeable in operation of all equipment within modality.
- Sets up and adjusts immobilization and radiation protective equipment and devices.
- Reviews and analyzes patient body size, thickness, age, physical condition, and suspected pathology in performing examinations.
- Assists physician with various procedures.
- Reports equipment malfunctions and the need for adjustments or repairs.
- Maintains related records and notations.
- Assists in Quality Assurance/Quality Control procedures as required.
- Participates in the educational training of students.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Skills
Organizing; Preceptor Skills; Communication; Radiology
About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Radiology Technologist
Verify your ARRT certification before applying
H-1B petitions for Radiology Technologist roles depend on demonstrating specialty occupation status. Having current ARRT certification in your primary modality confirms the degree requirement that USCIS looks for when adjudicating your petition.
Check state licensure requirements early
Fourteen states require a separate radiologic technologist license beyond ARRT certification. Confirm the licensing requirement in your target state before accepting an offer, since unlicensed status can delay your H-1B start date.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter for imaging employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for Radiology Technologist roles. LCA history signals an employer already understands the DOL wage attestation process and is set up to sponsor.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Before signing an offer letter, look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and geographic area in the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered wage must meet or exceed the applicable wage level or DOL will reject the LCA.
Request premium processing when timing is tight
If your OPT or prior status expires within six months of your H-1B start date, ask your employer to elect USCIS premium processing. It reduces adjudication to 15 business days and gives you a firm answer before a gap in work authorization can occur.
Distinguish modality credentials in your petition
If you hold specialty credentials in CT, MRI, or mammography alongside your primary ARRT registration, ensure your employer lists the specific modality in the LCA job description. Broader scope documentation reduces the likelihood of an RFE on specialty occupation grounds.
H-1B Visa Radiology Technologist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Radiology Technologist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer requires at least a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology, medical imaging, or a closely related field. Most hospital systems and imaging centers specify this degree requirement in the job posting, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition USCIS applies when reviewing the petition. Associate-degree-only positions do not qualify.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for Radiology Technologist positions?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can identify imaging centers, hospital networks, and teleradiology companies that have actually sponsored technologists before. Searching this way is more reliable than filtering by self-reported sponsorship willingness on generic job boards.
Does my ARRT certification help or hurt my H-1B petition?
It helps significantly. USCIS evaluates whether a role genuinely requires specialized, theoretical knowledge attained through a bachelor's degree. ARRT certification, particularly with advanced modality credentials, reinforces that the role demands more than a generalist or vocational qualification. Include your ARRT registration category and any specialty credentials in the petition support letter.
Can I work additional modalities under a single H-1B petition?
Your H-1B petition covers the duties and job title listed on the approved LCA. If your employer wants you to perform work in a modality not described in the original petition, they typically need to file an amended petition. Discuss scope of duties explicitly during offer negotiations so the LCA accurately captures all expected responsibilities from day one.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer loses a hospital contract?
If your employer terminates your H-1B before the approval period ends, you enter a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, file a change of status, or depart. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working for them once USCIS receives the petition, not just after approval, under portability rules.