Four Days Off. A Trauma Center. One MRI Career Worth Remembering.MRI Technologist
PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center | Bellingham, Washington
Full-Time (0.9 FTE) | Friday-Sunday | 1:00 PM-1:30 AM
$50.16-$75.29/hour plus:Shift Differentials • +$3.50/hour Evening Shift Differential (3 PM-11 PM)
• +$4.50/hour Night Shift Differential (11 PM-1:30 AM)Hiring Bonus May Be Available
Relocation Assistance May Be AvailableMost MRI technologists eventually find themselves facing a tradeoff.
You can work in a high-acuity hospital where your skills are challenged every day, but watch your work schedule consume your life.
Or you can find a better schedule and leave much of the complexity behind.
What if you didn't have to choose?
At PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham, you'll spend three days each week practicing MRI in a busy 251-bed Level II Trauma Center, then enjoy four consecutive days off. The schedule is unique. The patient population is diverse. And the work remains the kind that keeps experienced MRI technologists engaged long after they've mastered the basics.
This is not a role where every day looks the same.
You'll care for emergency department patients, support inpatient services, work alongside highly skilled clinicians, and perform imaging that directly impacts critical clinical decisions. You'll combine technical expertise, critical thinking, and patient care skills in an environment where your experience genuinely matters.
The work is complex. The schedule is refreshingly simple. Three days in the department. Four days for everything else that matters.
That's what makes this opportunity different. You can stay engaged in challenging hospital-based MRI without structuring your entire life around a five-day workweek.
Your Day HerePicture walking into a busy hospital MRI department on a Friday afternoon.
The schedule is full. The cases are varied. The pace keeps the day moving.
One moment you're helping an anxious patient understand what to expect before an exam. The next, you're working through a complex study that requires both technical knowledge and clinical judgment. You'll draw upon your understanding of anatomy, pathology, protocols, and patient care to deliver exceptional images and a reassuring experience for every patient.
Because St. Joseph serves as a Level II Trauma Center for Northwest Washington, you'll encounter the kind of clinical variety many MRI technologists actively seek but don't always find.
This is MRI work that keeps your skills sharp.
Why Experienced MRI Technologists Notice This RoleMany MRI professionals tell me they're looking for the same thing:
They want meaningful work. They want to continue growing clinically. They want to work with a team they trust. And they want enough time away from work to enjoy the life they've built outside the hospital.
This role delivers all four.
You'll have the opportunity to work in a busy hospital environment while maintaining a schedule that creates room for family, travel, outdoor adventure, hobbies, and recovery.
You don't have to sacrifice one for the other.
Why You'll Love This Role- Three 12-hour shifts provide full-time employment with four consecutive days off each week
- Practice in a busy Level II Trauma Center with a diverse and clinically engaging patient population
- Work on a Siemens MRI system while supporting inpatient, outpatient, and emergency imaging needs
- Enjoy the autonomy and professional trust that experienced MRI technologists value
- Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available
- Generous shift differentials, and a comprehensive benefits package
Who Thrives Here- MRI technologists who still enjoy challenging cases and continuous learning
- Professionals who appreciate both autonomy and teamwork
- Caregivers who understand that excellent patient care starts with excellent communication
- People who enjoy using critical thinking, not just following routine protocols
- Individuals who want a meaningful healthcare career without making work their entire identity
Why You'll Love Living in BellinghamBellingham has a way of attracting people who value balance.
Nestled between the Puget Sound and the North Cascades, it offers quick access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, kayaking, and countless outdoor adventures. At the same time, you'll find a thriving local food scene, waterfront recreation, excellent schools, and easy access to both Seattle and Vancouver, BC.
Many people relocate for the job.
Many stay because they've found the lifestyle they've been searching for.
Required QualificationsEducationGraduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program or equivalent education and/or experience as required for certification, registration, or licensure
Experience- Minimum one year of MRI experience preferred
- Demonstrated venipuncture competency
- Knowledge of MRI terminology, procedures, safety practices, cross-sectional anatomy, and imaging protocols
- PACS/RIS experience required
- ImageCast/CareCast experience preferred
Required Credentials- ARRT-MR or ARMRIT, or other qualifying credential accepted by PeaceHealth
- Washington State Radiologic Technologist licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
BenefitsPeaceHealth is a highly trusted, person-first, value-driven organization. We believe caring for caregivers is every bit as important as caring for patients.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching
- Generous paid time off
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Wellness resources
- Employee Assistance Program
- Expanded mental health benefits
- Professional growth and development opportunities
CompensationBase Pay: $50.16-$75.29/hour
Additional Premiums:- Evening Shift Differential: +$3.50/hour
- Night Shift Differential: +$4.50/hour
Hiring rate is based on factors including experience, education, training, seniority, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Some MRI jobs offer a better schedule. Some MRI jobs offer more challenging work.Very few offer both.This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
