Radiology Tech - East Campus - 141963

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego's Radiology Department seeks a Radiologic Technologist to perform routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable equipment, following established protocols and radiologist guidance.

The role requires advanced knowledge of radiologic technology, strong attention to radiation safety, and the ability to prepare patients, enter data, review images, and collaborate with clinicians.

Qualifications

• Must have California CRT-R certification.
• Must obtain CRT-F within six months of hire (required for Sr. Rad Tech).
• Registered Technologist for Radiography (R.T.(R)(ARRT)) is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams.
• Prepare and position patients to achieve high-quality images.
• Follow established protocols and radiologist instructions.
• Enter complex data into the computer system and verify image quality.
• Review, verify and evaluate radiographs for technical quality.
• Ensure compliance with radiation safety and related policies.
• Communicate effectively with patients and health-care team; assist other technologists.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Education

CRT-R Certification

CRT-F Certification

ARRT Radiography (R.T.(R)(ARRT))

Job description

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 10/27/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Working under general supervision, incumbent performs routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable imaging equipment throughout General Diagnostic Radiology, in accordance with established guidelines and protocols. Requires advanced knowledge of radiologic technology. Acts as a Diagnostic subject matter expert and assists other technologists as needed. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of principles of radiation safety.

Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Follows protocols specified by the Radiologist. Enters complex data into the computer system. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images and radiographs to ensure technical quality and image quality. Ensures compliance with related policies, procedures and regulatory guidelines. Demonstrates effective communication and conflict resolution techniques with patients, coworkers, physicians and all other health care members. Other duties as assigned.

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Recent graduate of a school of radiologic technology.
• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R).
• California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (CRT-F) within six (6) months of hire, Must possess to be considered for Sr. Rad tech.
• Registered Technologist for Radiography issued by ARRT (R.T(R)(ARRT)).