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Apple Valley, California

MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Imaging TechNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$48.47-$71.47/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Job Description

Performs all MRI procedures with a caring, professional attitude and attention to detail. Prepares scans for interpretation by preparing the patient, obtaining appropriate clinical histories, scanning indicated anatomy, filming patient's scans and submitting work to the radiologist.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at St. Mary Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

  • Coursework/Training: Specific training in MRI procedures.
  • Upon hire: National Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging or
  • Upon hire: National Certified MRI Technologist - American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists.
  • Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

  • California Radiologic Technologist License (CRT).
  • 2 years' experience in a hospital setting.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Southern California, Providence provides care throughout Los Angeles County, Orange County, High Desert and beyond.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care, and even our own Providence High School.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

Performs MRI procedures by preparing patients, obtaining clinical histories, and scanning indicated anatomy. Submits completed scans to the radiologist for interpretation while maintaining a professional and caring attitude.

Requirements

Requires specific training in MRI procedures and national certification as an MRI Technologist. A BLS certification from the American Heart Association is also mandatory upon hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient preparationClinical history takingAnatomy scanningRadiology supportPatient care

MRI Technology Career Context

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $113k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active MRI Technology listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% have no call, 75% require no weekends.

What does the MRI Technology market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · above average in mri technology (imaging tech)ranked against 60 Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$101k–$149kMRI Technology median $121k (middle half $117k–$136k)37 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$113k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
MRI Technology listings in California6 active62 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 43% no call · 75% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (60 Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates MRI Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging at Providence a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) — ranked against 60 active Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top Imaging Tech Jobs

17 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

17 jobs · 14 employers
7
<$95k
3
$95k-110k
5
$110k-125k
1
$128k
1
$149k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs
401k / retirement match
82% this job
Sign-on bonus
55%
Relocation assistance
18%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Interventional Radiology Technologist - Full Time - Days - Weill Cornell

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital · New York, New York

$59.85-$71.51/hr
#2

Radiologic Technologist - Pediatric

MultiCare Health System · Tacoma, Washington

$37.29-$61.64/hr
#3

Ultrasound Technologist OBGYN Fort Collins

$35.37-$58.95/hr
#4

Radiology Technologist

$36.99-$57.44/hr
+ 15 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.1
Better work-life than 70% of Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 60 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Providence

Hospitals and Health Care
Redondo Beach, California
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with employer match
Health insurance
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Vacation

Living in Apple Valley

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$416k
Typical market rent
$1,783/mo
Residents’ average commute
41 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.4
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.