OPT X-Ray Tech Jobs
X-Ray Tech jobs on OPT are available at hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and urgent care clinics. Most roles require ARRT certification, which also satisfies many employers' licensing requirements. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role, so your 12-month window is the timeline to work with.
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Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616
Department:
1429 Diagnostic Radiology Branson
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Hours:
6:00 AM-2:30 PM M-F
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus
- Career Ladder up to $5,000
Job Summary - Clinical Instructor X-Ray
Responsible to provide a positive learning environment in the clinical setting for students, completion of the student evaluations as required by the student’s educational program, and acts as a liaison between the clinical site and educational program. The Clinical Instructor will also independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, perform radiology procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in radiology, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum images, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.
Job Summary - Radiology Technologist
Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs radiology procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in radiology, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum images, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority. Supports didactic training of radiology students through demonstration and constructive guidance.
Education:
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited School of Radiological Technology
- Preferred: Associates Degree in Radiology or a related field
- Preferred: Successful completion of an approved clinical instructor training course or successfully completes CI Training Course in the first 90 days of hire date
Experience:
- Preferred: 2 years minimum experience in diagnostic radiology
- Preferred: 2 Years Related Experience in a Teaching Hospital
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current diagnostic radiology technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Required: ARRT Registered
Education:
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited School of Radiological Technology
- Preferred: Associates Degree in Radiology or a related field
Experience:
- Preferred: 1-2 Years Related Experience
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current diagnostic radiology technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- ARRT-R must be obtained prior to start date
Rad Tech, X-Ray, Imaging Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiography
Facility:
Cox Medical Center Branson: 525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616
Department:
1429 Diagnostic Radiology Branson
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Hours:
6:00 AM-2:30 PM M-F
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates
- Up to $4,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
- Up to $3,000 Relocation Bonus
- Career Ladder up to $5,000
Job Summary - Clinical Instructor X-Ray
Responsible to provide a positive learning environment in the clinical setting for students, completion of the student evaluations as required by the student’s educational program, and acts as a liaison between the clinical site and educational program. The Clinical Instructor will also independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, perform radiology procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in radiology, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum images, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.
Job Summary - Radiology Technologist
Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs radiology procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in radiology, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum images, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority. Supports didactic training of radiology students through demonstration and constructive guidance.
Education:
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited School of Radiological Technology
- Preferred: Associates Degree in Radiology or a related field
- Preferred: Successful completion of an approved clinical instructor training course or successfully completes CI Training Course in the first 90 days of hire date
Experience:
- Preferred: 2 years minimum experience in diagnostic radiology
- Preferred: 2 Years Related Experience in a Teaching Hospital
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current diagnostic radiology technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Required: ARRT Registered
Education:
- Required: Graduate of ARRT accredited School of Radiological Technology
- Preferred: Associates Degree in Radiology or a related field
Experience:
- Preferred: 1-2 Years Related Experience
Skills:
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Knowledge of current diagnostic radiology technical information.
- Proficient in using computers and computer systems.
- Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- ARRT-R must be obtained prior to start date
Rad Tech, X-Ray, Imaging Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiography
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in X-Ray Tech
Get ARRT certified before you start applying
Most X-Ray Tech positions require active ARRT certification. Employers screening applicants often filter out uncertified candidates immediately. Having your credentials in order before applying removes the most common barrier to getting interviews as an OPT student.
Target hospitals over private practices
Large hospital systems and regional health networks have established HR processes for work authorization verification. Smaller private radiology practices often lack experience with OPT paperwork, which slows or kills offers that would otherwise go through without friction.
Be upfront about your OPT end date
Hiring managers in clinical settings plan staffing schedules months out. Disclosing your authorization window early helps employers plan around your timeline and signals professionalism. Surprises late in the process are a common reason conditional offers fall through.
Check state licensing requirements before applying
Several states require a separate radiologic technologist license beyond ARRT certification. Processing times for state licenses range from two to eight weeks. Apply early so licensing delays do not consume your OPT window before you can legally start working.
Prioritize employers with prior OPT or H-1B experience
Facilities that have previously hired international staff understand E-Verify, I-9 documentation, and OPT EAD cards. Searching specifically for employers with this background significantly reduces the chance of an offer collapsing due to unfamiliarity with your work authorization.
Start your job search at least three months early
Clinical hiring, credentialing checks, and state licensing can each add weeks to onboarding. Starting your search with sufficient lead time means you can accept an offer and complete all pre-employment steps without losing authorized work days on the back end.
X-Ray Tech OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an X-Ray Tech on OPT?
Yes, provided your degree is in radiologic technology, medical imaging, or a closely related field and the role is directly related to that field of study. OPT requires that employment be in a job tied to your degree. A diagnostic radiography or radiologic sciences degree connects clearly to X-Ray Tech positions and satisfies that requirement.
Is the X-Ray Tech field eligible for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Radiologic technology programs are classified under CIP codes that are not on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. That means X-Ray Techs on OPT have a standard 12-month post-completion window. There is no 24-month extension available, so timing your job search and H-1B visa sponsorship pursuit carefully within that window matters significantly.
Do X-Ray Tech employers typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Some do, particularly large hospital systems and national imaging networks that have established immigration processes, but it is not universal. Smaller clinics and outpatient centers rarely have prior H-1B experience. Browsing X-Ray Tech roles on Migrate Mate helps you identify employers who have a track record of sponsoring international workers, which is the most reliable filter to apply.
What documents do I need to show an employer before starting work as an X-Ray Tech on OPT?
You will need your EAD card, your valid passport, and your F-1 visa with I-20 endorsed for post-completion OPT. Employers complete Form I-9 using these documents. Some clinical employers also require your ARRT certificate and state radiologic technologist license before your credentialing is approved and you can begin treating patients, so have all documents ready before your start date.
What happens if my X-Ray Tech job ends before my OPT expires?
F-1 OPT permits up to 90 days of cumulative unemployment. If your position ends, that clock starts immediately. You can search for a new qualifying role within that window without violating your status. Because 90 days passes quickly in clinical job searches, starting your next application process within the first two weeks of unemployment is advisable.