Radiology Technician Jobs in California

A Radiology Technician, also referred to as a Radiologic Technologist, plays an integral role in the radiology field. They are responsible for operating complex medical imaging equipment, such as X-ray, computed tomography, or magnetic resonance imaging machines to help diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. Their duties include explaining procedures to patients, positioning them to get the most accurate images, and ensuring patient safety during the process. The images produced by Radiology Technicians are then interpreted by Radiologists to provide diagnosis or treatment plans.

Important skills for a Radiology Technician include attention to detail, the ability to work with complex machinery, good communication skills, and empathy for patients. They should also have a good understanding of anatomy, physiology, and radiology principles. Radiology Technicians should have an associate's degree in Radiologic Technology and must be certified by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Prior to becoming a Radiology Technician, an individual may have been a Medical Assistant, a Certified Nursing Assistant, or a Medical Imaging Assistant. These roles provide relevant experience in patient care and medical environments that can be beneficial in a radiology setting.

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R.L. Klein & Associates

X - ray technologist

Qualifications: Valid California Radiologic Technologist License (CRT) Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) 1–2 years of recent diagnostic radiology experience Knowledge...

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Diagnostic Imaging Technologist III - B ( Mammo & IR )

  • Contra Costa Health
  • Martinez, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 13 days ago

We are looking for someone who will be able to perform general and complex diagnostic imaging and therapeutic procedures in mammography or interventional radiology....

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Rad Tech - Interventional Radiology

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Pomona, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Pomona, CA
  • 19 days ago

Travel Radiology Tech - Interventional Radiology Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Radiology Tech - Interventional Radiology....

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Radiology - Radiologic Technologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Sonora, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sonora, CA
  • 1 day ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs...

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Multi-Modality Specialist - Radiologic Technologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Clearlake, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Clearlake, CA
  • 2 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs...

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Pediatric Radiology - X-Ray Tech - Radiologic Technologist

  • Trusted Health
  • Madera, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Madera, CA
  • 4 days ago

Trusted is seeking an experienced allied health professional for this exciting travel assignment. Trusted has streamlined the travel experience by enabling clinicians to apply directly to jobs...

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Travel X-Ray Tech

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Vacaville, CA
  • 12 days ago

WHEN YOU WORK FOR US, WE WORK FOR YOU. Travel X-Ray Tech Weekly Gross Pay: $2396.00 - $2596.00 Location: Vacaville, CA, United States Start date: 6/15/2026 Assignment length: 7 Weeks Minimum years...

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Travel CT Technologist/X-Ray Tech

  • Titan Medical Group
  • Clearlake, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Clearlake, CA
  • 2 days ago

WHEN YOU WORK FOR US, WE WORK FOR YOU. Travel CT Technologist/X-Ray Tech Weekly Gross Pay: $2796.00 - $2996.00 Location: Clearlake, CA, United States Start date: 6/22/2026 Assignment length: 13...

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Travel X Ray Technologist

  • OneStaffMedical
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • La Jolla, CA
  • 15 hours ago

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by...

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Travel Imaging Tech (Medical Imaging Technician) - CT (Computed Tomography)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Travel Imaging Tech - CT Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Imaging Tech - CT. We`ll be your ticket to the travel Medical Imaging Technician - Computed Tomography job you`ll love with...

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Travel Radiologic Technologist (X-Ray) - Edison, California

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Edison, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Edison, CA
  • 1 hour ago

This role is ideal for Imaging - Radiology Techs eager to broaden their expertise by experiencing a different healthcare environment....

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Travel Radiologic Technologist - Bakersfield, CA

  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bakersfield, CA
  • 1 hour ago

Tech role (hospital setting preferred) Current BLS certification Proficiency with digital imaging equipment and PACS Excellent patient care and communication skills Responsibilities: Perform diagnostic...

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Travel Allied - Imaging Tech (Medical Imaging Technician)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Eureka, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Travel Imaging Tech MRI Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Imaging Tech MRI. We`ll be your ticket to the travel Medical Imaging Technician Magnetic Resonance Imaging job you`ll love with...

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Travel Allied - Radiology Tech (Rad Tech)

  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • Lodi, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lodi, CA
  • 2 hours ago

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel Rad Tech Mammography Shift : Days / 8a-5p, 85, 40hrs per week Length : 13 weeks Requirements : 1 year experience Fluoroscopy required AHA BLS ARRT-R Mammographic...

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Salary for Radiology Technician Jobs in California

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Highest Education Level

Radiology Technicians in California offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
50.9%
Bachelor's Degree
26.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.3%
High School or GED
5.6%
Master's Degree
4.9%
Doctorate Degree
1.3%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%


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