Pays $40.56-$69.11/hr — Imaging Tech market median is ~$97k (10 jobs) · Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) for work-life (6.1/10, vs 1,399 in this specialty)
Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)
About the Role
Per diem, day shift, weekends and call required. Hospital-based radiology. Los Angeles, CA.
Join Keck Medicine of USC as a Radiology Technologist – Per Diem, Day Shift in Los Angeles, California, United States.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $40.56 - $69.11/hour.
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- On-site position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Keck Medicine of USC in Los Angeles, California, United States.
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 clinical documentation and file management.
Requirements
Candidates must have completed an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology and hold current ARRT and California Certified Radiologic Technologist certifications. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, along with the ability to work effectively with patients and medical staff.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
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).
Radiologic Technology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Of the 50 active Radiologic Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 20% have no call, 18% require no weekends.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Radiology Technologist - Diagnostic Radiology - Per Diem 8 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union) at Keck Medicine of USC a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 1,399 active Radiologic Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no night shifts.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.1/10 on work-life balance for Imaging Tech roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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