Radiology Tech - Hillcrest - 141710

UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for the Radiology department at Hillcrest. You will perform routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable imaging equipment.

Under general supervision, you will prepare and position patients, follow radiologist protocols, review images for quality, and ensure adherence to radiation safety standards. Depending on experience, license, and certifications, the role may be hired as Rad Tech or Sr Rad Tech.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate of a school of radiologic technology.
• CRT-R license in California.
• CRT-F license required within six months of hire to be considered for Sr Rad tech.
• ARRT(R) Radiography (R.T(R)(ARRT)) certification.
• BART or BLS at time of hire with plan to obtain BART within six months.
• Less than 18 months of recent experience or more than 18 months for Sr Rad tech.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine to complex radiographic and fluoroscopic exams using fixed and portable imaging equipment.
• Prepare and position patients following established protocols to achieve high-quality images.
• Enter complex data into the computer system and verify radiographs for technical quality and image quality.
• Follow radiation safety principles and regulatory guidelines; communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Depending on experience, license and certifications, certificate level may be Rad Tech or Sr Rad Tech.

Skills

Communication

Radiation safety

Patient positioning

Image quality review

Education

CRT-R – California Radiology Technologist of Radiography

CRT-F – California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (within 6 months)

ARRT(R) – Radiography (R.T(R)(ARRT))

Job description

Work Schedule

10-Hour Shifts, Night and Evening Shift Available,, Discuss shift during interview

Payroll Title

RADLG TCHNO

Department

Radiology

Hiring Pay Scale

$48.08- $64.85 / Hour

Worksite

Hillcrest

Appointment Type

Career

Appointment Percent

100%

Union

EX Contract

Total Openings

2

Extended Deadline

Mon 11/9/2026

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)).


• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.


• Less than 18 months of recent experience in a similar role and setting or a new graduate of an approved radiologic technology program (Rad Tech) OR more than 18 months of experience (Sr. Rad Tech).


• Must possess the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience in a similar role and setting.


• Demonstrated hospital experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Placement within the salary range is determined by internal equity, relevant qualifications, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable). Rad Tech salary range $48.08 - $56.33. Rad Tech Sr salary range $52.15 - $64.85.


• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical


• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $94,649 - $117,617 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $45.33 - $56.33

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

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• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace

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