Radiology Technician - Per Diem
- PRN / per diem
How this pay compares
This posting states $31.55–$37.70 an hour. Open radiologic technologist jobs in California post a median of $55.67 an hour, the middle half $48.10–$65.82, across 506 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Radiologic technologists employed in California earn a median of $58.30 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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What California requires of a radiologic technologist
Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) certificate, from the California Department of Public Health, Radiologic Health Branch.
- A diploma or certificate from a certification school, or documentation of passing the ARRT certification exam; diagnostic applicants without the ARRT exam pass department-approved exams.
- Staying active: Renewal every two years with 24 continuing education credits, four of them in digital radiography.
Radiologic technologist jobs and requirements in California · Every state's rule
Radiology and imaging tech jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Still listed at 7 days 82.1%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.60x · Clicks 36
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 53.0% · Stating an hourly rate 39.5%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 9 Nov 2026. Every figure for Radiology and imaging tech jobs
About the job
Overview
Rediology Technician - Per Diem
Join our world-class team of driven, passionate healthcare professionals who are focused on service excellence and providing top quality care!
Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern California , located in Rancho Mirage, CA, is a premier inpatient rehab facility serving patients throughout the Coachella Valley and Southern California region. We provide intensive rehabilitative care for individuals recovering from strokes, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic surgeries, and other serious conditions.
Our experienced rehabilitation team delivers comprehensive therapies – from advanced physical and occupational therapy to specialized neurological rehabilitation – all in a warm, supportive environment. The hospital features state-of-the-art equipment and individualized care plans to help patients reach their recovery goals.
Accredited by The Joint Commission, the Rehabilitation Hospital of Southern California is committed to exceptional patient outcomes and compassionate care.
- Weekday and Weekend hours available
We are seeking a Radiology Technician to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!
As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees’ work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through “My Ernest Journey” and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is “You Spoke, We Listened”. These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.
Qualifications
Required Skills
- Current state licensure required per state
- CPR
- Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Graduate from an AMA (American Medical Association), two-year Radiologic Technologic program
- Minimum 1 year experience preferred
Additional Qualifications/Skills
- Knowledge of radiology principles, procedures and standards, including appropriate radiologic exposure times and safety
- Knowledge of the physical and operational characteristics of radiologic
- Knowledge of clinical operations and
- Ability to calibrate, configure, and adjust equipment and associated facilities and devices in accordance with procedures and
- Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and
- Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record
- Effective organizational and time management
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Ability to maintain proper levels of
- Ability to work closely and professionally with
- Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
Responsibilities
Under general supervision, operates radiology equipment to assist the Radiologist in diagnosis of disease or injury. May prepare and administer various radiologic medications as appropriate to the nature of the radiologic procedure being carried or performed. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.
Posted Total Compensation
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It’s not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $
Minimum Salary
USD $31.55/Hr.
Maximum Salary
USD $37.70/Hr.
From Ernest Health's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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