CT Tech in Carlsbad, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Carlsbad, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,149/Per Week
- Profession
- Radiologic Technologist
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.69
- Weekly
- $2,149
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,748
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.69/hour — 55% above the median for Radiologic Technologist jobs in New Mexico ($38.44/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Radiologic Technologist jobs in New Mexico right now
- 23 open Radiologic Technologist jobs in New Mexico from 4 agencies, 5 of them in Carlsbad.
- Pay in these listings: $54.17 – $82.42/hour, median $60.79/hour.
- Typical Radiologic Technologist pay in New Mexico: $38.44/hour ($79,955/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($61.46/hour across 11 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your CT expertise to Carlsbad, New Mexico, for a 13-week travel assignment supporting diagnostic imaging across CT and X-ray services. You will perform routine and advanced CT examinations, including studies of the head, neck, thorax, spine, abdomen, pelvis, and extremities, along with radiographic, portable, fluoroscopy, C-arm, and OR imaging procedures. This overnight role follows a 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. schedule on Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday. Four days of call per month are required, with no floating. The department uses Canon Prime SP80 and Toshiba Aquilion CT systems, along with Carestream and GE X-ray equipment and Philips and GE C-arms. CT and X-ray experience, ARRT CT registration, a New Mexico license, and at least two years of experience are required.
Weather
Carlsbad typically offers plenty of sunshine and generally mild, comfortable conditions around this time of year, making it easy to enjoy outdoor plans between shifts. Cooler evenings may be ideal for relaxing after a night assignment.
Fun Things To Do
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Cavern Exploration: Discover the area’s renowned underground caverns and unique geological formations.
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River Recreation: Enjoy walking, wildlife viewing, or a relaxing outing along the Pecos River.
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Local History: Visit regional museums and cultural sites to learn about southeastern New Mexico.
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Day Trip—Desert Landscapes: Take a day trip through nearby desert scenery, scenic overlooks, and outdoor areas.
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Day Trip—Mountain Adventure: Plan a day trip to explore nearby mountain communities, trails, and higher-elevation views.
Job Specifics
City and State: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Shift: 12-hour nights, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, and every other Saturday
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week
Call: 4 days per month
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