MRI Technologist

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an MRI Technologist, you will be a central figure in our diagnostic imaging team, expertly performing high-quality Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans to produce precise images critical for patient diagnosis and treatment planning. Every day, you will meticulously position patients, operate advanced MRI scanning equipment according to physician orders and established protocols, and administer contrast media safely and effectively. You will also provide essential patient education and psychological support, monitor patient conditions closely during scans, maintain meticulous records, and perform daily quality assurance checks on equipment, all while strictly adhering to crucial MRI safety guidelines and regulatory standards.To be successful in this role, you will combine a nationally recognized certification/licensure in Radiologic Technology (ARRT), specialized advanced certification in MRI, and a profound understanding of cross-sectional anatomy and MRI physics.

• Demonstrates adherence to the Standards of Conduct Requirements. Completes and turns in the SOC acknowledgement card Fulfills compliance education requirements as directed by the Compliance department or department management "The Integrity Program: Standards of Conduct-a guide to compliance and ethics".
• Demonstrates competency in department-specific Customer Service Standards.
• Complies with hospital/departmental policy and procedures, and adheres to the code of ethics and conduct of The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Ensures proper safety of patients to high magnetic fields and Diagnostic MRI procedures by thorough pre-procedure assessment.
• Meets annual competency requirement prior to evaluation date.
• Maintain required license through continuing education as required.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, ancillary areas, and internal staff. Demonstrates the capacity to evaluate, coordinate, and execute responsibilities under pressure situations. Has the initiative to resolve customer problems by self, and involves supervisors as necessary.
• Interacts with radiologists and other physicians. Assists physicians with procedures and prepares paper work as required and established by department protocols and policy.
• Understands and adheres to procedure orders requirements to include: verifying orders in the medical chart, prescriptions, and verifying patient's identification.
• Sets appropriate MRI protocols, make proper use of positioning and Coil devices, and operate equipment in the proper manner.
• Performs MRI examinations to include the full spectrum of procedures; MRI and MRA examinations, contrast and non-contrast exams. Performs MRI examinations to include all applicable protocols and hard or soft copy filming.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from an approved school for MRI.
• Certificate with Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging by the American Registry of RadiologicTechnology (RTMR) or the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT)
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging or Registered Technologist Computed Tomography or Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT,
• Basic Life Support - CPR
• Fire Safety, within 90 Days

Preferred

• 1-3 years as an MRI technologist in a full service Radiology/MRI Department.

Where You’ll Work

Founded in 1887, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles, California. Serving over 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, women’s health, and a family birth center. In 2025, we opened our new patient tower, Grand Tower, featuring a dramatically expanded Emergency Department and Family Birth Center that will increase patient comfort and privacy. 

Additionally, California Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and recently was awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.

California Hospital Medical Center shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s largest health care systems, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care.  One Community. One Mission. One California