Senior CT Technologist

Senior CT Technologist Location: San Francisco, California Employment Type: Full-Time

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Minimum Education: Associate's Degree Experience: 3–6 years of CT experience

The ideal candidate is an experienced CT Technologist with strong technical imaging skills, current required licenses and certifications, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

The candidate should demonstrate:

• At least 3 years of professional CT experience.
• Current ARRT registration and ARRT-approved CT certification.
• Active California CRT licensure.
• Veni-puncture certification and BLS certification.
• Experience working in an acute care setting, preferably.
• Ability to instruct colleagues in one or more advanced CT procedures.
• Strong communication, adaptability, teamwork, and flexibility.
• Willingness to rotate shifts and work across multiple UCSF locations.

Key Responsibilities

1. CT Imaging & Patient Care

• Perform CT imaging procedures in accordance with established clinical protocols and department standards.
• Deliver safe, accurate, and high-quality imaging services.
• Maintain a patient-centered approach throughout imaging procedures.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and technical competency.
• Adapt to different clinical environments and imaging workflows across UCSF locations.

2. Advanced CT Procedures

• Demonstrate competency in one or more advanced CT procedures.
• Provide instruction and guidance to other team members in advanced procedures.
• Support the development and maintenance of technical competency within the imaging team.
• Apply appropriate imaging techniques and established safety practices.

3. Lead & Coordinator Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competency and actively participate in lead or coordinator responsibilities.
• Collaborate with the imaging team to support daily operations.
• Assist in maintaining effective workflows and coordination across clinical locations.
• Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and teamwork.

4. Quality Assurance & Performance Improvement

• Participate in at least one annual performance improvement project, or actively participate in CT Quality Assurance and/or Radiation Safety meetings.
• Support imaging quality and safety initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of CT procedures and departmental practices.
• Follow established radiation safety and quality assurance standards.

5. Teamwork & Communication

• Work collaboratively with radiologists, physicians, nurses, technologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicate effectively with patients and clinical colleagues.
• Demonstrate adaptability and flexibility when supporting different locations and shift requirements.
• Maintain professional standards in all clinical interactions.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of CT experience; the detailed role description specifies 3–6 years.
• Graduation from a formal radiology technology training program at an AMA-approved school.
• Associate's degree or the required equivalent educational background.
• Ability to work a variable schedule, including rotating shifts, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Willingness to assist at any UCSF Medical Center location, including San Francisco and other UCSF sites.
• Strong communication, adaptability, teamwork, and flexibility skills.

Required Licenses & Certifications

The following credentials are required:

• ARRT Licensure – Active American Registry of Radiologic Technologists registration.

• ARRT-Approved CT Certification – Current CT certification through an ARRT-approved pathway.

• CRT Licensure – Required California Certified Radiologic Technologist license.

• Veni-Puncture Certification – Required.

• BLS Certification – Current Basic Life Support / CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent experience working in an acute care hospital setting.
• California CRT Fluoroscopy licensure.
• Experience participating in CT quality assurance and radiation safety activities.
• Experience instructing or mentoring technologists in advanced CT procedures.
• Previous lead technologist or coordinator responsibilities.