UCLA Health

MRI Technologist - Westwood

UCLA Health$115K — $151K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • ARRT + CRT certification required (or ARRT + ARMRIT for MR)
  • BLS certification required from AHA or Red Cross
  • Graduation from a Radiologic Technologist program preferred
  • Venipuncture certificate preferred
  • 1+ years MRI experience preferred
  • Siemens experience preferred
  • Strong communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform basic and complex MR imaging procedures
  • Maintain high accuracy in patient positioning and image acquisition
  • Support all imaging centers within the organization
  • Screen patients and visitors for magnetic field safety
  • Ensure accurate processing of radiology orders
  • Prepare and administer paramagnetic contrast media
  • Handle patients' physical and emotional needs sensitively.

Benefits

  • Career position with indefinite duration
  • Structured schedule: Monday - Friday; 2:30pm - 11:00pm
  • Fully onsite work environment in Los Angeles
  • Opportunity to gain a variety of experiences across multiple imaging centers
  • Encouragement to adapt and be trained on new technology advancements.
Full Job Description
General Information

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Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday; 2:30pm-11:00pm

Posted Date

09/01/2026

Salary Range: $55.38 - 73 Hourly

Employment Type

2 - Staff: Career

Duration

indefinite

Job #

32656

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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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 required to maintain a high degree of accuracy in patient positioning and image acquisition/formation. You will be expected to support all imaging centers staffed by our organization. You will also need to apply your knowledge of magnetic field safety and 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
  • Sensitively handle physical and emotional needs of the patient

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

Salary Range: $55.38 - $73.00/Hourly

Job Qualifications

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Please ensure your resume and application includes ALL relevant certifications and licenses. Any applications missing the required licenses/certifications will not be considered.
  • Licenses
    • A combination of the ARRT and CRT - required.

OR you need
  • 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 - preferred
  • Venipuncture certificate - preferred
  • AA or BS - preferred
  • At least 1 year of MRI experience - preferred
  • Siemens 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.

Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.

About UCLA Health

UCLA Health is a world-renowned academic medical center located in Los Angeles, California. It comprises four hospitals, including Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, and more than 200 primary and specialty care clinics. UCLA Health is affiliated with the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and is consistently ranked among the top hospitals in the United States. The health system employs over 20,000 people and serves as a major center for patient care, medical education, and research.
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