CT Tech

UC San Diego Health CT Tech - Days, $5000 Sign-on Bonus - 137965

Hiring Pay Scale: $56.86- $75.84 / Hour

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus available for a limited time. This position is eligible for a Sign-On Bonus with the following criteria:
External candidates who have not been employed within the University of California for the past 12 months.

At UC San Diego Health, a nationally ranked academic medical center, our CT Imaging Department offers a dynamic, supportive environment where technologists work with the latest advanced imaging technology—including multi-slice and dual-energy CT scanners—to perform high-quality, low-dose scans across a wide range of specialties. As a CT Technologist here, you will prepare and position patients, operate sophisticated CT equipment, adjust scanning parameters, and ensure patient safety and comfort throughout each procedure.

You will follow strict radiation safety guidelines, review images for quality, collaborate closely with expert radiologists, physicians, and multidisciplinary teams, and maintain accurate records. Strong communication skills are essential to explain procedures and support patients effectively.

What sets our CT team apart is the opportunity to engage in complex imaging studies spanning cardiology, neurology, oncology, and trauma within a highly collaborative academic healthcare setting. Our staff are encouraged to participate in continuous learning, protocol development, and clinical trials, positioning UCSD CT technologists as leaders in the field. We are deeply committed to compassionate, patient-centered care, utilizing cutting-edge software and strict dose reduction protocols to ensure every scan is both effective and minimally invasive.

Our services are accredited by the American College of Radiology (ACR) and consistently recognized for excellence in quality and safety.

This role offers more than just a job—it’s a unique opportunity to advance your career by gaining hands‑on experience in high‑acuity Level I trauma centers, comprehensive stroke centers, and innovative outpatient facilities. You’ll work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment and tackle a variety of complex cases that will challenge and refine your technical expertise. By collaborating with leading radiologists and multidisciplinary teams, you will expand your knowledge and skills in a supportive, fast‑paced environment.

If you are passionate about advancing your career in computed tomography and eager to make a meaningful impact on patient care across diverse clinical settings, UC San Diego Health is the place to be. Join us and unlock unparalleled opportunities to learn, develop, and excel in your profession.

Depending on experience, license and certifications of the selected candidate, this position will be hired at the CT Tech or Sr CT Tech level.

This posting covers opportunities across multiple UC San Diego Health locations, including La Jolla, Hillcrest, and East Campus. Candidates may be required to float between sites depending on departmental needs.

• Graduate of a school of radiologic Technology.
• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R).
• Registered Technologist for Computed Tomography issued by ARRT (R.T(CT)(ARRT)).
• Venipuncture certification OR Venipuncture Course Completion.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.
• Less than three (3) years of recent experience in a similar role and setting or a new graduate of an approved radiologic technology program (CT Tech) OR more than three (3) years of experience (Sr. CT Tech).
• Thorough knowledge of radiological computerized systems and applications.
• Thorough understanding of various radiological systems to include PACS and RIS.
• Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (CRT-F).
• Two (2) years of CT experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Prior experience in a Level I trauma center environment.
• Familiarity with imaging protocols and workflows in a comprehensive stroke center.
• Previous use of…