Travel CT Technologist Salary Guide

A computed tomography technologist is an allied health professional who uses specialized equipment to produce medical images. CT scanners take cross-sectional images, which are much more detailed than standard X-rays. Common duties include reviewing imaging orders, administering contrast materials and giving patients instructions during each scan. As a CT technologist, you must be able to maneuver heavy equipment and assist patients with limited mobility. You may even have to perform scans on unconscious patients.

How do you become a CT technologist?

The first step in becoming a CT technologist is earning an associate or a bachelor's degree in radiologic technology. Program requirements vary from one institution to another, but you should expect to complete coursework in anatomy and physiology, principles of radiographic imaging, patient care and other relevant topics.

According to the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, 46 states require CT techs and other radiologic technologists to obtain some type of license. Each state has different requirements, so check with your licensing body to determine if you need to complete additional education or training.

What credentials/licensing does a CT technologist require?

Before applying for a license, you must obtain a national radiologic technology certification in some states. Even if your state doesn't have this requirement, you may be able to advance your career by obtaining professional certification. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) offers the Computed Tomography RT certification, which helps demonstrate your competence as a CT tech.

To sit for the exam, you must already have an ARRT certification in radiography, sonography, magnetic resonance imaging, radiation therapy or nuclear medicine technology. You must also comply with the ARRT Standards of Ethics and pass a standardized test.

Average Travel CT Technologist Salary

$2,443/week

The average salary for a Travel CT Technologist is $2,443 per week. This is 4% higher than the practicing US average of $2,338.

Last updated on March 26, 2024. Based on 14,382 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

Salaries for Travel CT Technologist compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages

$2,443/week

4% higher than the practicing US average.

$2,338/week

United States

Where do Travel CT Technologists get paid the most?
StateAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Rhode Island$3,320$3,767
Alaska$2,988$4,045
South Dakota$2,930$3,034
Massachusetts$2,891$4,106
Maine$2,880$3,545
New Hampshire$2,850$3,760
California$2,746$4,219
North Dakota$2,718$3,442
Washington$2,717$4,125
Delaware$2,714$3,274
Nebraska$2,713$3,333
New Jersey$2,709$3,664
Wisconsin$2,707$3,507
Vermont$2,664$3,160
Colorado$2,645$3,776
New York$2,639$4,503
Maryland$2,627$3,452
Illinois$2,562$4,000
West Virginia$2,560$3,658
What cities pay the most for Travel CT Technologists?
CityAverage Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
Long Beach, California$4,219$4,219
Pittsfield, Massachusetts$3,765$3,765
San Francisco, California$3,574$4,128
Chicago, Illinois$3,538$4,000
Red Bluff, California$3,527$3,560
Walnut Creek, California$3,517$3,678
Redding, California$3,435$3,797
Hazel Crest, Illinois$3,400$3,400
Stevens Point, Wisconsin$3,360$3,360
Providence, Rhode Island$3,328$3,767
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel CT Technologist jobs?
Average Weekly SalaryMax Weekly Salary
FlexStaff$4,503$4,503
Lifeline Healthcare Professionals$3,495$3,495
Cure Healthcare Staffing$3,420$3,420
Tekaccel, Inc.$3,400$3,400
Infojini, Inc.$3,400$3,400
Medninjas$3,315$3,315
Staffing First$3,282$3,282
Rang Healthcare: a Division of Rang Technologies$3,263$3,780
InterTrauma Consulting Inc$3,260$3,260
MedQ GLOBAL STAFFING$3,212$3,212

Last updated on March 26, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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How can you increase your pay as a travel CT technologist?

Travel CT techs tend to earn more than staff CT techs, so one way to increase your earnings is to accept travel assignments if you have the flexibility. According to Vivian Health's salary data for the week ending April 22, 2023, travel CT technologists earned nearly $654 more per week than staff CT technologists. Even if you only complete two 13-week assignments annually, that's an extra $17,004.

How much does a CT technologist make?

Per Vivian Health's salary data for the week ending April 22, 2023, travel CT technologists had an average weekly salary of $2,403 or $31,239 for a 13-week assignment.

Do travel CT technologists get paid more than staff CT technologists?

In many cases, travel CT technologists earn more than staff CT technologists. Vivian Health reports that staff CT techs earned an average of $43.73 per hour on April 21, 2023. If you multiply that by 40 hours in a standard workweek, you get a weekly wage of just under $1,750. In comparison, travel CT techs had an average weekly salary of $2,403 during this same period, an increase of 37.3%.

What states employ the most CT technologists?

According to BLS data from 2021, the five states below employed the most CT technologists in May 2021. Note that BLS groups radiologic technologists and technicians together when reporting job-related data.

  • California: 18,290

  • Texas: 16,870

  • New York: 15,180

  • Florida: 13,560

  • Pennsylvania: 10,940

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