MRI Technologist Jobs
MRI Technologist jobs are open across hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty clinics, from entry-level to lead and supervisor, with specializations in neurological, cardiac, and musculoskeletal imaging. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.
Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job posting number they are interested in being considered for.
FTE
0.9
Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours
72
Work Shift
Day: 8 hours
Job Description
Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to promote optimum imaging procedures. Provides imaging services as defined by Title 17 (Radiologic Health Branch) and Title 22 (Department of Health Services) for the State of California. Applying the principles in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and modifying patient imaging care as an active, continuous process.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrates job-specific, technical and clinical competence
- Understands MRI safety principals and applies them for the protection of patients and co-workers alike
- Demonstrates and upholds organizational values and excellence standards
- Demonstrates concern for meeting or exceeding internal and external customer expectation/requirements in a manner that provides satisfaction for the customer
- Works effectively as a team member
- Responds promptly to requests for information
- Communicates effectively with other technologists, radiologists and other members of the health care team to ensure the message is getting across appropriately
- Interacts with patients, families, and visitors in a professional, compassionate manner
- Supports organizational objectives over individual needs
- Fosters a culture of continuous improvement
- Responds to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives
- Engaged in discovering ways to increase value and drive waste from processes
- Complies with regulatory standards and laws as applicable to their license
- Meets deadlines without reminders
Job Specific Competencies
- Performs screening procedures on all patients, visitor, vendors and other staff when entering zones III and IV to include the double identification of all patients
- Promotes and supports all MRI safety initiatives
- Follows safety procedures and guidelines and reports unsafe practices and conditions
- Explains the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative but also reassuring
- Positions, transfers and properly immobilizes patients as required
- Prepares patients for and administers IV injections for contrast materials
- Performs MRI scanning procedures to include instructing patients and selecting techniques
- Performs scanning, reconstruction of proper images, and post processing
- Preforms QA on all images prior to ending the exam and sending images to PACS
- Accurately completes documentation according to hospital and department guidelines, e.g., EHR documentation of exam performed, rationale for exam, tech notes, consent forms, etc.
- Preforms quality control on the MRI units and other equipment as required
- Evaluates personnel and department work volume and flow to insure efficient departmental patient care. Prioritized work according to urgency and resources.
- Consistently and appropriately follows Universal Precautions
- Keeps updated on MRI developments through professional journals, on the job training and other educational opportunities
- Maintains clinical competency assuming reasonability for continuing education and on-going modality
- Assists in performing first aid, CPR and AED
- Participates in peer competencies
- Participates in the training and onboarding of new team members
- Reports equipment issues to clinical engineering and vendor service engineer
- Is aware of and works within hospital and department safety guidelines, including reporting potential hazards and hazardous behavior
- Uses appropriate body mechanics and lifting devices as needed
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiology, ARRT (R) or ARMRIT and upon hire or within 4 months of hire, registered in MRI, ARRT (MR). Must clear MRI safety screening to safely work in Zone IV.
Preferred: Siemens equipment experience
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
- ARRT (R) or ARMRIT
- ARRT (MR)
- BLS
- California Certification in Venipuncture
Salary Range:
$72.13 - $91.57 USD Hour
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.
Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)
An Equal Opportunity Employer:
El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.
INTRODUCTION
El Camino Health is committed to hiring, retaining and growing the best and brightest professionals who will carry our mission and vision forward. We are proud of our reputation in the community: One built on compassion, innovation, collaboration and delivering high-quality care. Come join the team that makes this happen.
Applicants MUST apply for position(s) by submitting a separate application for each individual job posting number they are interested in being considered for.
FTE
0.9
Scheduled Bi-Weekly Hours
72
Work Shift
Day: 8 hours
Job Description
Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to promote optimum imaging procedures. Provides imaging services as defined by Title 17 (Radiologic Health Branch) and Title 22 (Department of Health Services) for the State of California. Applying the principles in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating and modifying patient imaging care as an active, continuous process.
Key Responsibilities
- Demonstrates job-specific, technical and clinical competence
- Understands MRI safety principals and applies them for the protection of patients and co-workers alike
- Demonstrates and upholds organizational values and excellence standards
- Demonstrates concern for meeting or exceeding internal and external customer expectation/requirements in a manner that provides satisfaction for the customer
- Works effectively as a team member
- Responds promptly to requests for information
- Communicates effectively with other technologists, radiologists and other members of the health care team to ensure the message is getting across appropriately
- Interacts with patients, families, and visitors in a professional, compassionate manner
- Supports organizational objectives over individual needs
- Fosters a culture of continuous improvement
- Responds to change with a positive attitude and willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives
- Engaged in discovering ways to increase value and drive waste from processes
- Complies with regulatory standards and laws as applicable to their license
- Meets deadlines without reminders
Job Specific Competencies
- Performs screening procedures on all patients, visitor, vendors and other staff when entering zones III and IV to include the double identification of all patients
- Promotes and supports all MRI safety initiatives
- Follows safety procedures and guidelines and reports unsafe practices and conditions
- Explains the MRI process to the patient in a way that is informative but also reassuring
- Positions, transfers and properly immobilizes patients as required
- Prepares patients for and administers IV injections for contrast materials
- Performs MRI scanning procedures to include instructing patients and selecting techniques
- Performs scanning, reconstruction of proper images, and post processing
- Preforms QA on all images prior to ending the exam and sending images to PACS
- Accurately completes documentation according to hospital and department guidelines, e.g., EHR documentation of exam performed, rationale for exam, tech notes, consent forms, etc.
- Preforms quality control on the MRI units and other equipment as required
- Evaluates personnel and department work volume and flow to insure efficient departmental patient care. Prioritized work according to urgency and resources.
- Consistently and appropriately follows Universal Precautions
- Keeps updated on MRI developments through professional journals, on the job training and other educational opportunities
- Maintains clinical competency assuming reasonability for continuing education and on-going modality
- Assists in performing first aid, CPR and AED
- Participates in peer competencies
- Participates in the training and onboarding of new team members
- Reports equipment issues to clinical engineering and vendor service engineer
- Is aware of and works within hospital and department safety guidelines, including reporting potential hazards and hazardous behavior
- Uses appropriate body mechanics and lifting devices as needed
Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology or MRI program. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist in Radiology, ARRT (R) or ARMRIT and upon hire or within 4 months of hire, registered in MRI, ARRT (MR). Must clear MRI safety screening to safely work in Zone IV.
Preferred: Siemens equipment experience
License/Certification/Registration Requirements
- ARRT (R) or ARMRIT
- ARRT (MR)
- BLS
- California Certification in Venipuncture
Salary Range:
$72.13 - $91.57 USD Hour
The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions of this job are available. El Camino Health will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability if that will allow them to perform the essential functions of a job unless doing so creates an undue hardship for the hospital, or causes a direct threat to these individuals or others in the workplace which cannot be eliminated by reasonable accommodation.
Medium Work - Requires standing the majority of the shift with the ability to lift up to 35 lbs. frequently. Work involves sitting, kneeling, climbing and squatting. - (Physical Requirements-United States of America)
An Equal Opportunity Employer:
El Camino Health seeks and values a diverse workforce. The organization is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of qualifications and competencies. El Camino Health prohibits discrimination in employment based on race, ancestry, national origin, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, marital status, age, medical condition or any other status protected by law. In addition to state and federal law, El Camino Health also follows all applicable fair and equitable employment policies from the County of Santa Clara.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Advocate Aurora Health33
- Atrium Health33
- Trinity Health27
- Geisinger25
- Medical University of South Carolina22
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services718
- Education82
- Non-Profit & Social Services17
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals11
- Consulting & Professional Services9
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in MRI technologist jobs.
- ARRT certification in MRI or eligibility to sit for the registry exam
- Experience operating 1.5T and 3T MRI systems from major manufacturers
- Knowledge of MRI safety screening protocols and contrast administration procedures
- Associate or bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or a related clinical field
- BLS certification and, for some facilities, ACLS certification
- Ability to position patients, manage IV contrast injection, and document scan results
Tips for Your MRI Technologist Job Search
List every scanner model you've operated
Hiring managers scan for specific equipment experience, so name the exact MRI systems you've used, such as Siemens MAGNETOM, GE SIGNA, or Philips Ingenia. Vague mentions of 'high-field MRI' won't pass an applicant tracking system filter.
Target openings by field strength requirement
Many listings specify 1.5T or 3T experience as a hard requirement. Filter for roles that match your actual scanner experience so you're not screened out automatically before a recruiter sees your application.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists mri technologist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Show ARRT registry status and specialty certs
Put your ARRT registration number and any advanced certifications, like MR safety officer training or cardiac MRI credentialing, in a dedicated credentials line near the top of your resume so they're visible before a recruiter reads your work history.
Prepare to walk through a difficult scan scenario
Interviewers often ask how you'd handle a claustrophobic patient, a pacemaker screening question, or an artifact troubleshooting situation. Rehearse a specific example from your clinical experience for each of these before your interview.
Negotiate shift differentials, not just base pay
Many mri technologist roles include night, weekend, or on-call premiums that can add meaningfully to total compensation. Ask about differential rates and call-back pay during the offer stage, not after you've accepted.
MRI Technologist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most mri technologists?
The companies hiring the most mri technologists right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Atrium Health, and Trinity Health, with the largest share of openings in Pennsylvania, New York, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest at large health systems, regional hospital networks, and dedicated outpatient imaging chains.
How many mri technologist jobs are remote?
About 0% of mri technologist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, since most roles require hands-on scanner operation and direct patient care. The sub-areas with the most remote flexibility include teleradiology support roles, MRI safety consulting, and training or education positions for imaging staff.
How do you become a mri technologist?
You typically complete an accredited radiologic technology program that includes dedicated MRI clinical rotations, then pass the ARRT MRI registry exam to earn certification. Some technologists enter through a radiography credential first and add an MRI postprimary certification afterward. Most states require licensure in addition to ARRT registration, so confirm your state's specific requirements before applying.
How do you get hired as a mri technologist with little experience?
Focus on roles at large hospital systems that hire new graduates directly into structured training programs, since those employers are more likely to invest in onboarding a candidate who is registry-eligible but not yet fully independent. Highlight your clinical rotation hours, the scanner models you trained on, and any case volume data from your program. Applying to per-diem or part-time openings alongside full-time roles can also get you into a facility where a permanent position may open later.
What does the mri technologist interview process look like?
Most facilities start with a phone or video screen with a recruiter focused on credentials, availability, and shift preferences. A second round with the lead technologist or imaging director typically includes scenario-based questions on patient safety, contrast protocols, and artifact troubleshooting. Some employers ask candidates to complete a brief practical skills checklist or shadow a current tech before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to mri technologist jobs?
You can find and apply to mri technologist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your credentials, scanner experience, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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