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Fremont, California

MRI Technologist - Medical Imaging - Per Diem - 8 hour- Variable hours

Imaging TechPer Diem

Listed compensation

$71.09-$90.2/hr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Job Description

Pay Range: $71.09 - $90.20 plus applicable per diem differential

Position Summary

Under the director of the Manager of Medical Imaging, the MRI Technologist is responsible for the timely and efficient operation of the MRI scanner and the workflow process as well as patient safety. Performs the OEM mandated quality control. Coordinates scheduling with Central Registration personnel.

Coordinates with other modalities for efficient patient throughput. In addition to performing the essential functions of the job, may also be assigned to other duties as required.

Education Requirements

Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program, Preferred.

Licensure

  • Registered Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.), Preferred
  • Certified Radiologic Technologist by the State of California Preferred.
  • AART registry and/or ARMRIT certification desired, or will receive certification within one year from date of hire
  • Basic Life Support, Required.

Work Experience

Two years MRI experience, Preferred.

Key Responsibilities

The MRI Technologist is responsible for the efficient operation of the MRI scanner and maintaining patient safety during imaging procedures. They also coordinate scheduling and workflow with registration personnel and other medical modalities.

Requirements

Candidates should ideally be graduates of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program and hold A.R.R.T. or ARMRIT certification. Two years of prior MRI experience is preferred, and Basic Life Support certification is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

BLS

Key Skills

MRI OperationWorkflow Management

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 ~$168k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $152k 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, 60% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

What does the MRI Technology market look like in California?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$148k–$188kMRI Technology median $98k (middle half $87k–$119k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$152k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedCalifornia healthcare professional listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 2% offer loan repayment127 active listings, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top contract/1099 Imaging Tech Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

21 jobs
5
<$85k
8
$85k-105k
2
$105k-125k
4
$125k-145k
2
$145k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

25 jobs · 21 employers
401k / retirement match
92%
Sign-on bonus
32%
CME allowance
12%
Relocation assistance
4%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Radiologic TechnologistPer Diem

Sutter Health · Elk Grove, California

$59.58-$83.4/hr
#2

Ultrasound Technologist - OBGYN HARRISON Per DiemPer Diem

Providence · Eureka, California

$48.79-$75.74/hr
#3

Sonographer II - West Allis OBGYN Clinic

$41.1-$61.65/hr
#4

MRI Technologist - Radiology

$48-$55/hr
+ 33 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Mri Technology (Imaging Tech) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 58 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Fremont

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$1.34M
Typical market rent
$3,388/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

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