Radiologic Technologist jobs in California

Radiologic Technologist pay in California

The median wage for Radiologic Technologist jobs in California is $58.30 per hour ($121,264 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $72.65/hour, from $20.00 to $147. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.

License and requirements

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.

Agencies hiring for Radiologic Technologist jobs in California

Cities with the most Radiologic Technologist jobs

Eureka (29), Oakland (18), Santa Rosa (10), Fresno (9), Bakersfield (8), Santa Maria (8), Colton (8), Carmichael (7), Petaluma (6), Fullerton (6), Alturas (4), Sonora (4)

FAQ

How much does a Radiologic Technologist make in California?

The median wage for Radiologic Technologist jobs in California is $58.30 per hour (about $121,264 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Radiologic Technologist jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $72.65 per hour.

How many Radiologic Technologist jobs are open in California?

211 Radiologic Technologist jobs from 6 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.

What license do I need?

Most allied health roles need a national certification (for example ARRT for radiologic technologists, NBRC for respiratory therapists, NBSTSA for surgical technologists) and, in many states, a state license. Therapists (PT, OT, SLP) need a license from California; the PT and OT compacts let licensed therapists from member states get privileges faster.