UCLA Health

Senior MRI Technologist

UCLA Health$114K — $150K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • ARRT and CRT certifications required; MR certificate mandatory
  • BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross is essential
  • 3 years of MRI experience required
  • Siemens experience preferred
  • Graduate from a Radiologic Technologist Program preferred
  • Venipuncture certificate preferred
  • Ability to adapt to technology advancements and identify exam contraindications

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced MRI examinations independently
  • Administer contrast media following established protocols
  • Ensure patient safety through thorough MRI screening
  • Utilize advanced post-processing and 3D imaging software
  • Maintain imaging quality standards and support equipment readiness
  • Serve as a lead technologist when needed
  • Collaborate with radiologists and care teams for patient care

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at renowned UCLA Health imaging locations
  • Involvement in a collaborative academic medical environment
  • Potential for career advancement within a leading health system
  • Supportive a team-oriented atmosphere
  • Flexible work hours with predictable scheduling
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

07/14/2026

Salary Range: $54.79 - 72.3 Hourly

Employment Type

2 - Staff: Career

Duration

indefinite

Job #

31808

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

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Join one of the nation's leading academic health systems as a Senior MRI Technologist at UCLA Health, where you'll perform advanced MRI procedures using state of the art imaging technology while providing exceptional patient care. Working under the direction of the MRI Director and Medical Director, you'll perform a wide range of complex diagnostic exams, collaborate closely with radiologists and multidisciplinary care teams, and play a key role in delivering accurate, high-quality imaging that supports life-changing patient care.

In this role, you'll independently perform advanced MRI examinations, administer contrast media in accordance with established protocols, ensure patient safety through comprehensive MRI screening practices, and utilize advanced post-processing and 3D imaging software. You'll serve as a trusted resource for patients and clinical teams, combining technical expertise with compassionate care to create an exceptional patient experience.

As a Senior MRI Technologist, you'll also help maintain imaging quality standards, support equipment readiness, and have opportunities to serve in a lead capacity when needed. This position offers the opportunity to work across UCLA Health's world-renowned imaging locations while contributing to innovative patient care in a collaborative, academic medical environment.

You will be expected to support all imaging centers staffed by UCLA Health.

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

Salary Range: $54.79 - $72.30/Hourly

Job Qualifications

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Please ensure your resume and application includes ALL relevant certifications and licenses. Any applications missing these requirements will not be considered.
  • Licenses
    • A combination of the ARRT and CRT - required. MR certificate 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
  • 3 years of MRI experience - required
  • 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


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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