Travel Contract

CT Technologist
Santa Cruz, CA
Care Career
4x10 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$3,141/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start Date10/18/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$3,141/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,496/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,645/week

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • Weekly pay
  • Medical benefits
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

Description

Position Details

  • Position: CT Technologist
  • Shift: 10-hour nights
  • Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week
  • Contract: 13 weeks
  • Setting: Acute care
  • Department: Radiology / CT
  • BSN: Not required
  • License: Required at submission

Equipment

  • Siemens Sensation 64
  • GE 16 LightSpeed
  • Candidate should be comfortable working with these CT scanners.

Required Certifications / Credentials

  • ARRT (CT) – Required
  • ARRT (R) – Required
  • BLS – Required
  • Fluoroscopy – Required
  • Crisis Protocol Approved

License

  • California license required
  • License must be available for submission.

Workload

  • Approximately 10–20 scans per shift
  • Evenings are the busiest
  • Night shift uses Nighthawk because the radiologist is not available 24/7.

Patient Population / Exams

Common cases include:

  • ER patients
  • General CT
  • Virtual colonography
  • Gated procedures when needed

EMR / PACS

  • Cerner
  • McKesson PACS

Staffing

  • Hospitalist or Intensivist in-house
  • Radiologist is not available 24/7.
  • Nighthawk coverage is used during night shift.

Floating / Orientation

  • Radiology floor-specific orientation
  • Orientation is approximately 3–4 shifts
  • The posting does not indicate floating to another facility/unit.

Schedule / Holidays

  • 10-hour night shifts
  • Holidays follow the same hours as weekends
  • Holidays are worked as part of the rotation.

Scrubs

  • Teal

 

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About Santa Cruz, CA

As a Travel CT Technologist in Santa Cruz, CA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Santa Cruz is higher than the national average due to the desirable beach town location.
  • Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs are around 70-80°F, while winter lows can range from 40-50°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals can be found, but they may be more limited and slightly more expensive due to the popular tourist destination.
Transportation
  • Santa Cruz is car-friendly, but public transportation options are also available, including buses and shuttles.
Demographics
  • Santa Cruz has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the coastal environment.
  • It is a popular location for travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to natural beauty.
Things to Do
  • Santa Cruz offers a variety of activities including a range of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor sports such as surfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, and paddleboarding.
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