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X-Ray Technologist roles qualify as specialty occupations under the H-1B visa, making employer sponsorship achievable for internationally trained candidates. Many hospitals and imaging centers have active LCA filing histories, and your ARRT credentials and state licensure are the documentation anchors that move sponsorship forward.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Murfreesboro, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
Department: Imaging | XRay | CT
Schedule: Full-Time | Night Shift
Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000
COMPENSATION
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
- Deliver life-saving radiation therapy by precisely exposing targeted areas to prescribed doses, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and safety for every patient.
- Facilitate effective treatment journeys by collaborating with physicians and dosimetrists to implement and adapt personalized radiation treatment plans.
- Prioritize patient safety and comfort by expertly positioning individuals and selecting exact anatomic parameters to ensure optimal treatment delivery.
- Maintain operational excellence by adjusting and maintaining specialized equipment, including linear accelerators, to guarantee technical reliability and performance.
- Drive clinical integrity by maintaining detailed records of every therapy session and ensuring all documentation is accurately submitted to the PACS system.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- One or more of the following required:
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Location: Murfreesboro, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford
Department: Imaging | XRay | CT
Schedule: Full-Time | Night Shift
Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000
COMPENSATION
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
- Deliver life-saving radiation therapy by precisely exposing targeted areas to prescribed doses, ensuring the highest level of accuracy and safety for every patient.
- Facilitate effective treatment journeys by collaborating with physicians and dosimetrists to implement and adapt personalized radiation treatment plans.
- Prioritize patient safety and comfort by expertly positioning individuals and selecting exact anatomic parameters to ensure optimal treatment delivery.
- Maintain operational excellence by adjusting and maintaining specialized equipment, including linear accelerators, to guarantee technical reliability and performance.
- Drive clinical integrity by maintaining detailed records of every therapy session and ensuring all documentation is accurately submitted to the PACS system.
LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION / REGISTRATION:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- One or more of the following required:
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Mammography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Computed Tomography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Radiologic Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- Technologist specializing in Magnetic Resonance Imaging credentialed from the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
Fraud prevention notice
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
E-Verify statement
Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding X-Ray Technologist Jobs
Verify your ARRT credentials transfer cleanly
Some employers won't file an LCA until they've confirmed your foreign radiography credentials map to ARRT equivalency. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before you apply, so hiring managers see a complete package upfront.
Target imaging centers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers who have already filed LCAs for X-Ray Technologist roles. Prior filings show the employer understands the process, which shortens your time from offer to petition.
Secure state licensure before the offer stage
Most states require active licensure before you can practice, and employers won't file a petition for a candidate who can't legally work yet. Apply for your state radiographer license as soon as your credential evaluation is complete.
Clarify whether the role is full-time before filing
H-1B petitions for X-Ray Technologists require a full-time specialty occupation position. Per-diem and part-time imaging roles often fail the specialty occupation test at USCIS, so confirm employment type in writing before the LCA is drafted.
Confirm prevailing wage at the correct experience level
DOL sets four wage levels for radiologic technologists. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the Level I or Level II rate for your specific metro area. If your offer is below the certified wage, the LCA will be rejected.
Track your 60-day grace period if you change employers
If you're already on H-1B status and switching to a new hospital or imaging center, your new employer must file a new petition. USCIS allows you to start work once the new petition is received, not just approved, but the 60-day grace period from your last role does not extend that window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an X-Ray Technologist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS recognizes radiologic technology as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree, or an associate degree plus professional certification, in a directly related field. ARRT certification and an accredited radiography program strengthen the specialty occupation argument, but some employers add a bachelor's degree requirement specifically to make the H-1B case cleaner.
Which visas are realistic for internationally trained X-Ray Technologists?
H-1B is the primary work visa path, subject to the annual cap and selection process. If you're a Canadian or Mexican national, TN visa status covers radiologic technologists directly under the USMCA profession list, with no cap and no lottery. EB-3 green card sponsorship is also common in this field because imaging departments face persistent staffing shortages.
Do I need U.S. state licensure before an employer will file my H-1B?
In most cases, yes. The LCA must list a specific work location, and most states require a radiographer license before you can perform X-rays legally. Employers filing without confirmed licensure risk an RFE from USCIS challenging whether the position is a valid specialty occupation at that location. Complete your credential evaluation and state license application before approaching employers about sponsorship.
How do I find hospitals and imaging centers that sponsor X-Ray Technologist visas?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified LCA filing history for radiologic technologist roles, searchable by city and employer type. Large hospital networks and national outpatient imaging chains tend to have established immigration processes, which makes the sponsorship path more predictable than smaller independent practices.
Can an X-Ray Technologist be sponsored for a green card, and how does that process work?
Yes. Most EB-3 skilled worker green cards for this role go through PERM labor certification, where the employer must demonstrate through a DOL-supervised recruitment process that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Because X-Ray Technologists are listed on the Schedule A shortage occupation list, your employer may qualify to skip the PERM process entirely, which significantly reduces the timeline to a green card.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored X-Ray Technologist jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.