MRI Technologist Jobs in California

MRI Technologist jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in large academic medical centers, regional hospital systems, and outpatient imaging networks, with openings at every level from entry-level staff technologists through lead and senior MRI roles. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where employers like Cedars-Sinai, UC San Diego Health, and Stanford Health Care maintain ongoing MRI staffing needs. The most in-demand specialties are neurological imaging, cardiac MRI, and pediatric MRI. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles95
Top employerRadNet
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring61
Work type96% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Sutter Health
MRI Technologist III - Per Diem
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MRI Technologist III - Per Diem
Sutter Health
Oakland, California
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Teaching & Instruction
$73.46 - $102.84/hr
ARRT (MR) Certification
10,000+

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Orthopaedic Institute for Children
MRI Technologist
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MRI Technologist
Orthopaedic Institute for Children
Los Angeles, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$42.87 - $56/hr
CPR Certification
51-200

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Sutter Health
Lead MRI Technologist
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Lead MRI Technologist
Sutter Health
Vallejo, California
Manufacturing Operations
Project Management
Quality Control
$75.16 - $105.22/hr
ARRT (MR) Certification
10,000+

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MRI Technologist
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MRI Technologist
Smart IT Frame Healthcare
California City, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$45 - $60/hr
On-Site
ARRT (MR) Certification

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Biograph
MRI Technologist
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MRI Technologist
Biograph
San Mateo, California
Engineering (Non-Software)
Mechanical Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$105k - $140k/yr
MRI Certification

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MRI Technologist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
7 jobs
Oakland
5 jobs
Palo Alto
5 jobs
San Diego
4 jobs
Templeton
3 jobs
Santa Rosa
3 jobs
San Francisco
3 jobs
Clovis
2 jobs
Irvine
2 jobs

MRI Technologist Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • RadNet
    RadNet16
  • Sutter Health
    Sutter Health10
  • Kaiser Permanente
    Kaiser Permanente10
  • Stanford Health Care
    Stanford Health Care4
  • SimonMed
    SimonMed3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Non-Profit & Social Services

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in MRI technologist jobs across California.

  • Active ARRT (MR) certification or ARMRIT certification recognized in California
  • Current California Radiologic Technology certification issued by the CRT
  • Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology or MRI program
  • Minimum one year of clinical MRI experience preferred for most positions
  • Proficiency with 1.5T and 3T MRI systems from GE, Siemens, or Philips
  • BLS certification from the American Heart Association required at hire

MRI Technologist Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a mri technologist in California?

To work as an mri technologist in California, you must hold a valid California Radiologic Technology (CRT) certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health's Radiologic Health Branch. Most paths start with an accredited associate or bachelor's degree program in radiologic technology, followed by clinical training and passing the ARRT examination in radiography or MRI. California does not issue a separate MRI-only state license, but ARRT (MR) certification is widely required by California employers.

How much do MRI technologists make in California?

MRI technologists in California earn a median of about $124,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $74,360 for the lowest 10% to over $174,030 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire mri technologists in California?

Employers hiring mri technologists in California right now include RadNet, Sutter Health, and Kaiser Permanente, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. California's large integrated health systems and university medical centers tend to post the highest volume of openings, with consistent demand across both inpatient hospital and outpatient imaging center settings.

Which California cities have the most mri technologist jobs?

Los Angeles, Oakland, and Palo Alto have the most mri technologist openings in California. Los Angeles dominates due to the concentration of large academic medical centers, private hospital systems, and freestanding imaging centers, while San Francisco and San Diego benefit from major university health systems and a dense network of specialty clinics that sustain steady MRI staffing demand year-round.

Are there remote mri technologist jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. MRI technologist work is hands-on and equipment-dependent, so the vast majority of positions require on-site presence. About 4% of mri technologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles are typically in teleradiology support, MRI protocol development, or clinical education rather than direct patient scanning.

How can I get hired as a mri technologist in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or trainee MRI positions at large California hospital systems such as Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health, or UCSF Health, which periodically run structured onboarding programs for candidates who hold an ARRT credential but lack dedicated MRI experience. Coming from a radiography or CT technologist background is a common lateral move that California employers accept. Holding a current California CRT certificate and completing a supervised MRI clinical rotation during your program gives you a meaningful edge in the hiring process.

Where can I find and apply to mri technologist jobs in California?

You can find and apply to mri technologist jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer.

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