How to hire a ct technologist

How to hire a ct technologist, step by step

Here's a step-by-step ct technologist hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a ct technologist job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new ct technologist
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a ct technologist, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   Hiring the perfect ct technologist also involves considering the ideal background you'd like them to have. Depending on what industry or field they have experience in, they'll bring different skills to the job. It's also important to consider what levels of seniority and education the job requires and what kind of salary such a candidate would likely demand.

   Here's a comparison of ct technologist salaries for various roles:

   Type of CT Technologist	Description	Hourly rate
   CT Technologist	Radiologic technologists, also known as radiographers, perform diagnostic imaging examinations, such as x rays, on patients. MRI technologists operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners to create diagnostic images.	$17-53
   Medic	A medic, or often called combat medic, is a healthcare professional responsible for providing continuous medical care to military personnel who are injured on the battlefield. In the absence of physicians, medics are typically co-located with the combat troops... Show more	$9-31
   Mammography Technician	A mammography technician is primarily in charge of operating an imaging machine to detect and diagnose breast diseases. Their responsibilities include greeting patients, reviewing their identification and request documentation, explaining the extent of procedures, answering inquiries, operating machines, performing adjustments, and conducting the study in adherence to the protocols, making sure the patients feel comfortable every step of the way... Show more	$16-56

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Patients
   • CT
   • ARRT
   • Tomography
   • CPR
   • Ct Scan
   • Radiologic Technologist
   • IV
   • Pacs
   • Radiography
   • Patient History
   • Venipuncture
   • Quality Images
   • Patient Safety

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage IP office call recordings.
   • Experience professional whose skill set has culminate in facilitating all radiology examinations and managing a team of radiology professionals.
   • Perform iv injections, stress testing, ekg, bone density, ct and nuclear mead safety.
   • Perform competitive analysis (UNIX vs. Linux, SPARC vs. x86/AMD) to drive product enhancements with application/system profiling.
   • Experience with 3D MPR's, CTA's, CCTA's, and MIP's.
   • Complete breast imaging, MRCP and MRA'S of the head, neck, abdomen, and extremities.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the ct technologist job description is a good way to get more applicants. A ct technologist salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a ct technologist in Ohio may be lower than in California, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level ct technologist. Additionally, a ct technologist with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average ct technologist salary

   $65,152yearly

   $31.32 hourly rate

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   Entry-level ct technologist salary

   $37,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 20, 2025

   Average ct technologist salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$111,266	$53
   2	New York	$86,836	$42
   3	Massachusetts	$85,798	$41
   4	Connecticut	$84,841	$41
   5	Maryland	$83,751	$40
   6	Oregon	$73,605	$35
   7	Washington	$73,102	$35
   8	New Hampshire	$70,995	$34
   9	South Carolina	$69,262	$33
   10	Texas	$68,409	$33
   11	Pennsylvania	$67,941	$33
   12	Arizona	$67,513	$32
   13	Georgia	$67,033	$32
   14	Indiana	$64,618	$31
   15	Illinois	$63,579	$31
   16	Louisiana	$63,357	$30
   17	Florida	$62,311	$30
   18	Oklahoma	$61,118	$29
   19	Colorado	$59,008	$28
   20	North Carolina	$58,722	$28

   Average ct technologist salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Siemens Healthineers	$113,712	$54.67
   2	Stability Healthcare	$104,993	$50.48
   3	Soliant	$104,857	$50.41
   4	ATC Healthcare	$99,782	$47.97	94
   5	Favorite Healthcare Staffing	$99,387	$47.78	8
   6	Health Nucleus	$99,133	$47.66
   7	EvergreenHealth	$97,130	$46.70	7
   8	MAS Medical Staffing	$96,660	$46.47	25
   9	CDI	$95,169	$45.75
   10	Emanate Health	$93,542	$44.97	1
   11	Center for Diagnostic Imaging, Inc.	$93,193	$44.80	105
   12	Hca Hospital Services Of San Diego	$93,179	$44.80	3
   13	Randolph Health	$93,151	$44.78	9
   14	Steinberg Diagnostic Medical Imaging	$92,101	$44.28	10
   15	Sutter Health	$91,352	$43.92	198
   16	Scotland Memorial Hospital	$91,263	$43.88	4
   17	Akumin	$91,197	$43.84	385
   18	Cascade Health	$90,931	$43.72
   19	Maxim Healthcare Group	$90,366	$43.45
   20	Express Healthcare Professionals	$89,439	$43.00

4. Writing a ct technologist job description

   A ct technologist job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a ct technologist job description:

   Ct technologist job description example

   In collaboration with staff radiologists, this job assesses patients and safely performs routine CT procedures in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures and protocols. This job is a clinical mentor for junior staff and students.
   Sign On Bonus Available
   Education Required -Completion of a formal training program; Radiologic Technology program in an AMA approved school
   Work Experience Required - None. Preferred- 2 years experience as a CT Technologist.
   Certifications Required - Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Licensed by the Louisiana State Radiology Technology Board of Examiners Advanced certification in CT required within 2 years of employment Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association. Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard. Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard Knowledge of CT procedures and technical language required
   Job Duties Verifies physician order and procedure to assure accuracy Utilizes radiology information systems to facilitate care Explains procedure to patient to ensure understanding Independently operates equipment to complete imaging procedure according to protocol (including placement of IV) Reviews patient images prior to transmission to ensure images meet diagnostic quality standards. Completes timely quality control procedures in accordance with regulatory standards and performing notification/remediation as warranted. Assists in the facilitation of departmental operations (inventory, staff schedules, equipment maintenance, etc.) Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Other related duties as required. The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
   Ochsner 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, or disability status.
   Physical and Environmental Demands
   The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
   
   Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.
   
   The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases. Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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5. Post your job

   To find ct technologists for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any ct technologists they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level ct technologists with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your ct technologist job on Zippia to find and recruit ct technologist candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites such as healthcarejobsite, health jobs nationwide, hospitalcareers, medreps.com.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit ct technologists, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new ct technologist

   Once you have selected a candidate for the ct technologist position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new ct technologist. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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