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 roles102+
Top employerRadNet
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring64
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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MRI Technologist - Sharp Rees-Stealy Kearny Mesa - Variable Shift - Per Diem
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MRI Technologist - Sharp Rees-Stealy Kearny Mesa - Variable Shift - Per Diem
Sharp HealthCare
San Diego, California
Customer Service
Customer Success
Customer Support
$56.44 - $81.56/hr
ARRT (MR) Certification
10,000+

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Diagnostic Imaging Technologist - MRI
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Diagnostic Imaging Technologist - MRI
Kaiser Permanente
Baldwin Park, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
$79.17 - $85.63/hr
ARRT (MR) Certification
10,000+

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MRI Technologist (MOM), Outpatient, Per Diem, Day
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MRI Technologist (MOM), Outpatient, Per Diem, Day
MarinHealth
Novato, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$54.32 - $81.48/hr
ARRT (MR) Certification
1,001-5,000

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Travel MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Travel MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
American Traveler
Antioch, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
ARRT (MR) Certification
501-1,000

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Travel MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Travel MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging
American Traveler
Greenbrae, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Radiology / Imaging
ARRT (MR) Certification
501-1,000

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MRI Technologist Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
9 jobs
San Francisco
8 jobs
Palo Alto
6 jobs
Oakland
4 jobs
Orange
3 jobs
Torrance
3 jobs
Beverly Hills
3 jobs
Antioch
2 jobs
San Jose
2 jobs

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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