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MRI Technologist - Santa Monica (Barbara Kort Women’s Imaging Center)

UCLA Health, Santa Monica, CA, United States


Work Location:

Santa Monica, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Posted Date:

04/22/2026

Salary Range:

$52.22 - $68.84 Hourly

Employment Type:

Duration: indefinite

Job #:

30053

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
As the MRI Technologist you will perform basic and complex MR imaging procedures as well as post‑processing responsibilities. This will require an in-depth understanding of human cross‑sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology. You will be expected to support all imaging centers staffed by our organization, maintain a high degree of accuracy in patient positioning and image acquisition/formation, and apply your knowledge of magnetic field safety to properly screen all patients and visitors prior to admittance into the MR magnet room. You will:

Ensure accurate processing of radiology orders

Maintain accurate up‑to‑date records of procedures performed

Operate a variety of post‑processing/3D workstations

Perform accurate image archival

Prepare and administer paramagnetic contrast media

Handle physical and emotional needs of the patient sensitively

*Internal candidates will be placed according to their Active/Current career ladder level*

Salary Range:

$52.22 - $68.84 Hourly

Job Qualifications
Please ensure your resume and application includes all relevant certifications and licenses.

Licenses: A combination of the ARRT and CRT – required. MR certificate required OR a combination of the ARRT and ARMRIT (MR) – required

BLS from American Heart Association or American Red Cross – required

Graduate from a Radiologic Technologist Program – required

Venipuncture certificate – preferred

AA or BS – preferred

At least 1 year of MRI experience – preferred

Ability to adapt to advancements and changing technologies

Ability to identify contraindications for exams

Excellent communication, interpersonal and independent decision‑making skills

Familiarity with clinical billing (IDX codes)

Knowledge of human anatomy and pathology

Strong attention to detail and multi‑tasking abilities

You will be required to rotate to all radiology sites staffed by UCLA Health

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

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