MRI Tech, Per Diem, 8hr. Variable Shift

Cedars-Sinai; California; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital is seeking an MRI Technologist I to perform non-complex MRI scans following approved protocols, ensuring speed, precision, and accuracy while aligning with departmental guidelines. The role includes patient transport of medications as needed and documentation in EMR systems.

Ideal candidates have a relevant radiologic degree (preferred bachelor’s) and at least 1 year of MRI experience, with BLS and license/certification considerations outlined.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in radiologic technology (JRCERT accredited).
• BLS certification required.
• California Radiologic Technologist license preferred.
• Imaging Registered Rad Tech / Advanced MRI Certification preferred.
• Minimum 1 year MRI experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs MRI exams using approved procedures with precision and efficiency.
• Receives and transcribes verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners.
• Previews images, performs QC, and sends images to viewing systems.
• Maintains room inventory and crash cart readiness.
• Follows sterilization and medication handling guidelines.
• Administers MRI-related medications and documents actions in EMR systems.
• Performs patient and family education tailored to age and demographics.

Skills

MRI imaging

Clinical practice

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's Degree (JRCERT accredited radiological program)

Associate Degree/College Diploma (JRCERT accredited radiological program)

Job description

Make a difference every single day!Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital!

Job Description

Make a difference every single day!Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital and its staff aim to exceed the expectations of our patients, their families and the community with a service-oriented attitude. We seek excellence, courtesy, teamwork, respect, communication and enthusiasm in our future colleagues. If you are looking for exciting career opportunities with growth potential, come and join the team at Cedars-Sinai Marina del Rey Hospital!

Job Summary

The MRI Technologist I performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans that are generally non-complex in nature. Performs MRI scans utilizing approved procedures and protocols per standards of practice for speed, organization, precision, and accuracy based upon the department's accrediting agency and/or department guidelines for scan protocols, adhering to department productivity standards. Performs scans relative to the patient population. Transport medications from the delivery area to authorized imaging area.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) exams utilizing approved procedures and protocols per standards of practice for speed, organization, precision, and accuracy based upon the department’s accrediting agency and/or department guidelines for exam protocols, adhering to department productivity standards.
• Per the MRI technologist's scope of practice and in accordance with institutional and departmental policies and procedures, receives and transcribes verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners.
• Preview all MRI images and monitors for accuracy and prepares/sends images to designated viewing systems. Perform section-specific imaging QC using established technical factors and image identification.
• Assures room supply inventory meets activity requirements. Maintain crash cart as needed.
• Adheres to all sterilization protocols.
• Adheres to the medication management/disposal guidelines, including receiving, stocking, and holding the medication container provided by the Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) to enable the LIP to withdraw the medication. Discards the container once it is empty.
• Performs venipuncture. Prepares and administers MRI medications to include imaging and adjunctive medications and follows hospital guidelines in handling medications to comply with all medication safety requirements.
• Inputs accurate and timely documentation in all applicable electronic medical records systems, workbooks and or logs. Responsible for the weekend and begin and/or end of shift duties as applicable to shift assignment.
• Operates, calibrates and maintains imaging equipment and accessory instruments used in exams. Recognizes and reports defective equipment immediately and marks equipment as “out of service”.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and other department/organizational committees, such as The Joint Commission, safety audits, turnaround time (TAT) projects, and customer service.
• Per the MRI technologist's scope of practice and in accordance with institutional and departmental policies and procedures, receives and transcribes verbal orders from licensed independent practitioners.
• Provide patient and family education, specific to age and demographic population as appropriate.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Graduate of JRCERT accredited radiological program (preferred)
• Minimum Associate Degree/College Diploma Graduate of JRCERT accredited radiological program

License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist, R.T.(R) (preferred)
• California Radiologic Technologist (preferred)
• Imaging Registered Rad Tech / Advanced MRI Certification (preferred)

Experience

• Preferred 1 year experience performing a variety of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans in a clinical environment