MRI Technologist - Medical Imaging - Per Diem - 8 hour- Variable hours
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.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
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
Key Skills
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.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $148k–$188k | MRI Technology median $98k (middle half $87k–$119k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$152k in purchasing power | California index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 60% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | California healthcare professional listings: 10% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 2% offer loan repayment127 active listings, Nov 2026 |
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