Kaiser Permanente·Santa Clara, California
Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce diagnostic cross-sectional images while ensuring patient safety and optimal image quality. Trains and mentors junior technologists and students while maintaining efficient and safe clinical processes.
Operates magnetic resonance imaging equipment to produce cross-sectional images (photographs) of patients body for diagnostic purposes. Under the direction of the Chief of Radiology and the Imaging Services Director, with latitude for independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative, performs related technological functions to ensure optimal diagnostic quality of patient care utilizing efficient and safe processes.
Performs patient studies according to set protocol including placing specified coil close to area of interest. Operates imaging and other equipment devices so that quality diagnostic services are provided, including keying commands to specify scan sequences into computer, adjusting transmitters and receivers, and keying in data on keyboard of camera to photograph images. Interviews patient to explain magnetic resonance imaging procedures to address patient concerns and exhibits a high degree of tact, courtesy and poise when interacting with patients, staff, and visitors. Ensures patient and staff safety, including explaining safety protocol, requesting removal of hazardous metal objects, alerting staff of danger or carrying metal around magnet, and monitoring patients via closed circuit TV. Orients new hires and trains MRI Technologist, students, trainees. Trains MRI Technologists I in MRI procedures. May be required to direct, check and train other MRI employees in absence of MRI Supervising Technologist. Perform other related duties as necessary. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Grade 870
ARRT certification preferred.
Requires a High School Diploma/GED and a California Radiologic Technologist Certificate, along with at least two years of continuous recent experience as an MRI Technologist. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and be proficient in complex MRI protocols and safety procedures.
Market context
In California, MRI Technologist II roles typically see steady demand in hospitals and outpatient imaging centers, where employers look for candidates who can work independently and handle patient safety, scheduling, and scan quality. This role is competitive because it requires an associate’s degree or radiology certification, current ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification, prior MRI experience, and CPR certification, while benefits may include premium pay, incentive pay, annual increases, and growth pathways. Before applying, compare your certification status and recent MRI experience against the posting, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.