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Keck Medicine of USC
Los Angeles, California

Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Full Time 8 Hour Evenings (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Imaging TechIncludes callIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$40.56-$69.11/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

As an integral part of the Imaging services Team; the Radiologic Technologist provides support to the Department by performing diagnostic radiology procedures in a variety of clinical settings.

Essential Duties

Performs and/or assists with radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures according to the department procedure manual. Procedures are planned and performed considering physiologic and developmental age.

  • Review radiograph for proper positioning, technique, and identification.
  • Demonstrates complete working knowledge of all radiographic equipment in the department and assigned clinical areas.
  • Demonstrates correct anatomic positioning skills and uses markers appropriately.
  • Adjusts technical factors in proportion to patient age and body part being examined while minimizing radiation.
  • Processes digital imaging cassettes with proper identification and returns cassettes to proper location.
  • Confirms patient identification by verbal communication, checks name and birthdate.
  • Reviews doctors order to ensure proper exam protocol is followed and appropriate exam is performed.
  • Recognizes emergency situations, indicates code and properly administer aid as appropriate.

Records pertinent patient information and completes all paperwork as required and assists in maintaining files.

Keeps x-ray rooms/work stations neat, orderly, and prepared, and assures exam room is stocked with necessary supplies. Assists with ordering and stocking department supplies and equipment.

Willingly performs other related duties such as transporting patients, scheduling exams, assisting in file room as directed by Supervisor or Director.

Required to participate in after hours standby and call back. Position requires the use of a pager while on duty and on standby.

Exhibits organizational skills and utilizes time effectively.

Accepts change as an opportunity for growth, learning, and development; adapts to changing procedures and goals in a cooperative and positive manner.

Assists in maintaining an atmosphere of cooperation with other departments, medical staff, and other employees.

  • Acts as a mentor to and is a source of information for students and less experienced technologists.
  • Acts as an ambassador of good will when interacting with other staff members and departments.
  • Uses the chain of command appropriately to communicate any concerns with the department, co-workers, or medical staff.
  • Responsible for work schedule hours including assigned weekend rotations, standby, and callback.
  • Provides radiation protection to patients, staff, and self according to policy and standard.
  • Always introduces self to patient and explains exam to be performed.
  • Participates in regular rotation of weekend hours as required.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Req High School or Equivalent

  • Req Specialized/technical training Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
  • Pref Previous acute hospital experience desired, either as a radiologic or student technologist.
  • Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
  • Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.
  • Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
  • Req Certified Radiologic Technologist (CA DPH)
  • Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
  • Req Radiography (ARRT) Current ARRT

Keck Hospital of USC, a 343-bed acute care hospital, provides exceptional and innovative care for complex medical and surgical conditions across a wide range of specialties.

The hospital’s world-renowned physicians deliver compassionate, customized, patient-centered care and treat the most acutely ill patients with highly innovative techniques and treatment plans.

As a leading academic medical center, hundreds of clinical trials are currently taking place at Keck Hospital and its affiliated research institutions, giving patients access to novel and promising therapies that are generally not available elsewhere.

Every day at Keck Hospital, physicians, nurses and staff go beyond the science of exceptional medicine to bring patients breakthroughs in the art of caring. Join this world-class team providing highly specialized care, up-to-the-minute research, and innovative clinical trials.

The hourly rate range for this position is $40.56 - $69.11. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu. Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.

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Key Responsibilities

The Radiologic Technologist performs diagnostic radiology and fluoroscopic procedures while ensuring proper patient identification and radiation safety. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, stocking supplies, and assisting in the overall workflow of the imaging department.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Radiographic ProceduresARRT CertificationClinical DocumentationEquipment MaintenancePatient TransportMentoring

Radiologic Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$114k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $103k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% have no call, 73% require no weekends.

What does the Radiologic Technology market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$84k–$144kRadiologic Technology median $121k (middle half $117k–$136k)40 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$103k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Radiologic Technology listings in California82 active1,157 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 35% no call · 73% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 2% offer loan repayment125 active listings, Nov 2026
New Radiologic Technology listings268 in the last 30 days171 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Radiologic Technology pay trend−2.0% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 15 employers
8
<$100k
5
$100k-120k
4
$120k-140k
3
$140k-160k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs
401k / retirement match
87% this job
Sign-on bonus
40% this job
Relocation assistance
20%
PSLF eligible
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$59.85-$71.51/hr
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#3

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 2.4
Better work-life than 30% of Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,157 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call
  • Includes weekends
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About Keck Medicine of USC

Hospitals and Health Care
Los Angeles, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with company match
Generous PTO starting at 208 hours annually
Sign-on bonus up to $7,500
Referral bonus opportunities
Training & development program
Career mobility

Living in Los Angeles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$922k
Typical market rent
$2,772/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
113.6
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.