CT Technologist - Catscan Unit (Per Diem)

Salary : $142,708.80 Annually

Location : Moreno Valley

Job Type : Regular

Job Number : 25-98768-01RP

Department : RUHS-Medical Center

Division : Catscan-Diagnostic Imaging

Opening Date : 08 / 26 / 2025

ABOUT THE POSITION

The County of Riverside's Computed Tomography (CT) Unit at Riverside University Health Systems - Medical Center is seeking Per Diem CT Technologists for night shifts in Moreno Valley.

This role involves performing high-quality CT procedures, ensuring diagnostic accuracy, and providing expertise to physicians on additional or modified studies. Responsibilities include explaining exams to patients with care, administering prescribed medications, maintaining safety standards, and ensuring patient comfort during transfers and positioning. The role also requires calibrating and operating equipment efficiently, conducting daily quality control checks, and evaluating images to ensure optimal diagnostic quality.

Note : This is a pool posting used to collect applications for current and future vacancies. Applicants will remain in the pool for 6-12 months and will be contacted as positions become available to confirm interest and availability. Applicants are encouraged to indicate their preferred shift(s) and job type(s) on their application.

The most competitive candidates will have 1 year of hospital CT experience.

Per Diem Rate (Fixed rate, non-negotiable) :

$68.6072 per hour

Schedule for Per Diem Positions :

12hrs shifts - 7 : 00am to 7 : 00pm Monday through Friday, including rotating weekends and holidays required

Meet the Team!

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Perform CT procedures as ordered achieving a high level of quality and accurately critique images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjust factors if an image needs to be repeated; offer expertise to physician regarding appropriateness of additional / modified studies.
• Explain all studies to patients prior to the exam in a caring manner; provide resources to patients and family members about the CT exam and refer them, if appropriate, to a physician.
• Identify, prepare, and / or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Provide protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards; ensure the safety and physical comfort of the patient; conduct daily quality control measures to monitor machine performance.
• Calibrate and operate equipment to ensure that the scan is correctly and diagnostically executed in minimal time.
• Safely transfer patients to and from carts, beds, and wheelchairs; position patients to ensure patient comfort and modesty.
• Evaluate images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and presence of artifacts; evaluate videotapes and computer-generated information for technical quality; take corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Completion of an AMA-approved Diagnostic Radiologic Technology training program.

Experience : One year of hospital CT experience preferred.

Licenses : Current California Radiologic Technologist License, Fluoroscopy Permit, ARRT Advanced-level certification in Radiography and CT, Venipuncture certification, and BLS Certification by AHA.

Physical requirements :

The physical demands for a CT Technologist at Riverside County's Riverside University Health System (RUHS) involve safely handling and positioning patients, prolonged standing, and operating and moving heavy equipment. The requirements include frequent physical exertion and stamina to manage daily tasks, particularly in a fast-paced environment such as a Level I Trauma Center.

Physical strength and stamina

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Per Diem Benefits :

percentage based on, at a minimum, the actuarial valuation for that year.

Questions regarding this recruitment? Please contact Raven Padilla via email at rpadilla@rivco.org .

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Veteran's Preference

The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify, upload a copy of your (or your spouse's) Member-4 Form DD-214 indicating dates of service, and a copy of your spouse's letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons, it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans' preference. The Veterans Preference Policy, C-3 is available here :

Reasonable Accommodations

The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and / or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation, please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at :

Proof of Education

If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter, upload a copy of any license(s), official / unofficial transcript(s), degrees, and / or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.

If your education was completed outside of the United States, you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services () or Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. ().

Work Authorization Requirement

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. The County of Riverside does not participate in visa sponsorship programs, including H1-B visas, and will not provide sponsorship for any employment-based visas.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors.

Pre-Employment

All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment requirements including a criminal background investigation, which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A pre-employment physical examination and background check may be required.

Probationary Period

As an Approved Local Merit System, all County of Riverside employees, except those serving "At Will," are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding, County Resolution, or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency / department head.

General Information

Current County of Riverside and / or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.

Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience / education is reflected on your application / resume, as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.

Please read and follow any special application instructions on this posting. Click the ' Apply ' link located on this page to submit your application. For additional instructions on the application process, examinations, Veteran's preference, pre-employment accommodation or other employment questions, please refer to our web site,

If you are experiencing technical problems, you may contact the governmentjobs.com applicant support desk Monday through Friday, 6 am to 5 pm Pacific Time at support@governmentjobs.com or toll-free 1-855-524-5627.

MEDICAL / DENTAL / VISION INSURANCE : A choice of different medical, dental and visions plan are available to elect. The County provides a Flexible Benefit Credit contribution as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding to contribute towards the cost of these plans.

Note : Employees on assignment through the Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) receive different benefits. See the list

MISCELLANEOUS RETIREMENT : County of Riverside has three retirement Tiers through the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).

A new member is defined as any of the following :

CalPERS refers to all members that do not fit within the definition of a new member as "classic members".

Contribution rates are subject to change based on the County of Riverside annual actuarial valuation.

Note :

This summary is for general information purposes only. Additional questions regarding retirement formulas can be sent to or by calling the Benefits Information Line at (951) 955-4981,

Option 2.

If you have prior service credit with another CalPERS agency or within agencies, please contact CalPERS at (888) 225-7377 to determine which retirement tier would be applicable to you. CalPERS is governed by the Public Employees' Retirement Law. The Retirement Law is complex and subject to change. If there's any conflict between this summary and the law, the law will prevail over this summary.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION : Voluntary employee contribution with a choice between two 457 deferred compensation plan options.

VACATION ACCRUAL (Bi-Weekly Accrual) :

10 or more years = 160 Hours (20 Days)

Maximum Vacation leave accumulation is 480 hours.

SICK LEAVE : Four (4) hours Sick Leave accrual per pay period with unlimited accrual.

HOLIDAYS : Normally 12 paid holidays per year.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Allowed 5 days (3 days are County paid; 2 additional days can be taken from accrued Sick Leave balance).

BASIC LIFE INSURANCE : Equal to one times annual base salary not to exceed $50,000 of term life coverage. Premiums are paid by the County. Additional Supplemental Life plan is available for employee purchase.

DISABILITY :

Employees contribute to State Disability Insurance (SDI), which provides wage replacement benefits for individuals who are unable to work due to non-work-related illness, injury, or pregnancy. SDI also includes Paid Family Leave Benefits. The wage replacement rate is determined by current law, offering 60-70% of the wages earned during the SDI eligibility period.

Additionally, employees receive employer-paid Long-Term Disability Benefits, which cover 66.67% of pre-disability earnings, up to a maximum of $10,000 per month. There is a 365-day waiting period before these benefits become active. Employees may coordinate these benefits with other available leave balances to receive up to 100% of their regular pay.

POST RETIREMENT MEDICAL CONTRIBUTION : A monthly contribution is made by the County towards retiree health insurance offered through the County as governed by the applicable SEIU Memorandum of Understanding.

OTHER : There may be other benefit provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding. Please contact the recruiter listed on the job posting directly for more information.

01

Do you hold a current, valid California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Certificate and Fluoroscopy permit from the State of California Department of Public Health?

02

Please provide your California Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Certificate Number.

03

Do you possess a valid Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)?

04

Do you have a valid venipuncture certificate?

05

Do you have a current Basic Life Support Certification from the American Heart Association?

06

I understand this Per Diem position requires a full-time commitment (40 hours per week), including rotating weekends and holidays, and I am willing and able to meet this requirement.

07

Please specify your shift availability :

08

Please specify the type of employment you are willing to accept :

09

I understand the physical requirements of this position as stated in the job posting, and I am willing and able to perform these duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.

10

Are you currently working on a contract assignment or through a registry agency at Riverside University Health System (RUHS)? If you answered "Yes," please be advised that current travel or registry staff are not eligible for hire while under contract at RUHS.

Required Question