CT Tech, Hillcrest

UC San Diego Health CT Tech, Hillcrest - 137963 Hiring Pay Scale: $56.86- $75.84 / Hour

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.

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

• 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 advanced CT technology and post‑processing software in emergency or critical care imaging.

• Placement within the salary range is determined by internal equity, relevant qualifications, and collective bargaining agreements. CT Tech salary range $56.86 - $65.34. CT Tech Sr salary range $61.03 - $75.84.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre‑employment physical.

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life‑support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands‑on practice and in‑person…