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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- SRS 8975
- Variable
- Per Diem
Hours:
Shift Start Time:
VariableShift End Time:
VariableAWS Hours Requirement:
10/40 - 10 Hour ShiftAdditional Shift Information:
Weekend Requirements:
As NeededOn-Call Required:
NoHourly Pay Range (Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum):
$56.440 - $72.830 - $81.560The stated pay scale reflects the range that Sharp reasonably expects to pay for this position. The actual pay rate and pay grade for this position will be dependent on a variety of factors, including an applicant’s years of experience, unique skills and abilities, education, alignment with similar internal candidates, marketplace factors, other requirements for the position, and employer business practices.
What You Will Do
To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
- Venipuncture Certification - Various-Employee provides certificate -REQUIRED
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Certification (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT; OR ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists -REQUIRED
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 Year dedicated MRI experience.
Essential Functions
- Communication
Communicates pertinent system issues to the Lead/Supervisor/PACS Manager/Systems Analyst or vendor on a timely basis.
Communicate equipment, employee, supply, adverse incidents, and workman's compensation issues to Lead/Supervisor in an appropriate time frame.
Communicate openly and positively any changes to all departmental employees.
Ensure employee/patient confidentiality is restricted to private area(s) and appropriate person(s). - Daily operations
Maintains department regulatory requirements.
Verify physician order and utilizes RIS correctly to complete all documentation.
Accurately completes exams in RIS in real-time filling out appropriate information (contrast, QC, resource, technical modifiers, billing modifiers, coding of exam, technologist/student/RN/Radiologist).
Ensure all exams have been completed in RIS and confirm images are sent to PACS. CIS-Confirmed in Synapse
Complete no show charge slips for accuracy and submit for billing and submit to Lead.
Ensure paperwork is completed appropriately. - Department operations
Accurately utilize RIS and Synapse downtime procedures when necessary.
Ensure while working in department following guidelines in compliance with AAAHC.
Demonstrates ability to make timely, accurate and safe decisions regarding patients. Even if those decisions are not covered by written or verbal instructions.
Apply techniques to improve patient care by rounding with staff, patients and family.
Actively sets priorities, adjusting to unscheduled situations.
Evaluate work completed in department matches billed exam. Reschedule patients if necessary to ensure correct billing and educate staff on issues/errors.
Complete tasks and assigned duties in a timely manner as directed by Lead/Supervisor.
Demonstrate timely and proficient add-on exam management.
Treats customers and co-workers with dignity and respect.
Cooperates with initiatives to improve work processes.
Keeps abreast of new developments in field, discipline, or functional area.
Cross cover in other areas of the department as work volumes and staffing fluctuations occur. - Financial accountability
Supports organizational cost containment.
Takes initiative in utilizing time effectively and appropriately. - PACS and SYNAPSE
Accurately selects Sharp Healthcare medical record number (Patient) and exam from worklist.
Send images from scanner to synapse.
Ensure images crossed over to Synapse for Radiologist review. - Patient and family education
Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: What the procedure is, how long it is going to take, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, instructions related to procedure, the report, patient satisfaction form.
Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension.
Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality. - Quality assurance
Maintain AM/PM temperature logs when required.
Perform daily QC as required by ACR standards and any additional QC as directed by CT/MR Lead.
Notifies service of any system problems and or issues. - Quality of care
Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status through the use of double identifiers (name and DOB) - 5 Keys to Success #1.
Assists Radiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.
Implements, efficient and therapeutic care.
Performs proper procedure on proper patient.
Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques.
Uses special needs resources (translation, phone services) to communicate with customers that speak another language or have hearing/speech disorders.
Assists in the training of new hire employees and cross training of existing employees. - Quality of exams
Demonstrates commitment to quality and operational excellence through creativity, seeking continuous improvement and initiating breakthroughs.
Anticipates change and demonstrates flexibility in work practices.
Effectively makes timely decisions focused on performance and results.
Ensures optimal image QA.
Understands and applies appropriate MRI imaging techniques and protocols prior to commencing procedure.
Positions according to department imaging protocols.
Labels and identifies studies correctly using correct anatomical orientation through system software.
Uses imaging equipment proficiently.
Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
Reviews requests for special instructions prior to commencing the procedure. - Safety
Follows departmental Safety Policies and Procedures regarding one's personal protection and patient safety.
Maintain a safe work environment.
Troubleshoot potential and actual problems both internal and external to the department.
Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class
Other; Venipuncture Certification - Various-Employee provides certificate; AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association; ARMRIT Certification - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists; Certified Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR)(ARRT) - ARRT
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MRI Technologist Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- RadNet20

- Kaiser Permanente13

- SimonMed5

- Sutter Health4

- Stanford Health Care4

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- 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, Kaiser Permanente, and SimonMed, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 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, San Francisco, 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 0% of mri technologist openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 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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