MRI Technician Arcata, CA

TimeTrex (TimeTrex Software Inc.); Arcata, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mad River Community Hospital in Arcata, CA is seeking an MRI Technician to operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment and deliver high-quality images for diagnosis. You will support patient comfort, safety, and accurate documentation throughout the imaging workflow.

The role requires certification, clinical MRI experience, and a compassionate approach to patient care, with collaboration with radiologists and staff to ensure optimal imaging outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certification or licensure as an MRI Technologist.
• Proven experience operating MRI equipment in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols related to MRI procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for MRI procedures by explaining the process and ensuring their comfort.
• Operate MRI equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
• Position patients correctly to obtain optimal images.
• Monitor patients during procedures for safety and comfort.
• Maintain and calibrate MRI machines regularly to ensure proper functioning.
• Follow safety protocols related to magnetic fields and radiation.
• Document procedures accurately and maintain patient records.
• Collaborate with radiologists and medical staff to interpret images and assist in diagnosis.

Skills

MRI Certification

MRI Experience

Safety Protocols

Attention to Detail

Communication

Tools

MRI Equipment

Job description

Mad River Community Hospital is seeking a skilled MRI Technician to operate magnetic resonance imaging equipment. The ideal candidate will ensure high-quality imaging, maintain safety standards, and provide excellent patient care throughout the imaging process.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for MRI procedures by explaining the process and ensuring their comfort.
• Operate MRI equipment to capture detailed images for diagnostic purposes.
• Position patients correctly to obtain optimal images.
• Monitor patients during procedures for safety and comfort.
• Maintain and calibrate MRI machines regularly to ensure proper functioning.
• Follow safety protocols related to magnetic fields and radiation.
• Document procedures accurately and maintain patient records.
• Collaborate with radiologists and medical staff to interpret images and assist in diagnosis.

Qualifications:

• Certification or licensure as an MRI Technologist.
• Proven experience operating MRI equipment in a clinical setting.
• Knowledge of safety standards and protocols related to MRI procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
• Compassionate approach to patient care.

Salary based on years of experiencee.

Employment with MRCH is contingent upon passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen.

Mad River Community Hospital: A Unique Acute Care Facility

The friendly university city of Arcata, CA is home to Mad River Community Hospital, nestled between the redwoods and the Pacific Ocean, just minutes away from a river, bay, beaches and forests. Mad River Community Hospital is committed to providing the best care for our patients and a balanced work-life integration for our staff.

In addition to acute care and surgical services, the hospital provides emergency services. The hospital operates several outpatient clinics, including surgery, orthopedic, occupational health, pain management, wound care, behavioral health, three primary care clinics, and two physical therapy/sports rehabilitation clinics in Arcata and Willow Creek. There is a 2-acre on-site farm that provides our cafeteria with produce for serving patients and staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mad River Community Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Mad River Community Hospital complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment,

including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Humboldt County – Northern California Redwood Coast

The friendly university city of Arcata, CA is home to Mad River Community Hospital, nestled between the redwoods and the Pacific Ocean, just minutes away from a river, bay, beaches and forests. Arcata is an open-minded and welcoming small city, valuing diversity, culture, art, entrepreneurship, and the protection of its beautiful natural environment. Arcata is just 80 miles south of the Oregon border and 275 miles north of San Francisco, known for clean ocean air, moderate temperatures and beautiful landscapes with giant redwoods, flowing rivers and farmlands.

Our Community

Humboldt County is home to a vibrant community and culture, with beautifully preserved Victorian-era historic towns and more artists per capita than any other county in California. Arcata offers a mild climate year-round, with many amenities of larger cities but with a small-town feel and strong sense of community. Our community is rich in the arts: music, theater, and dance performances, art galleries, hand-crafted woodwork, textiles, and visual artwork in all mediums.

Arcata is just minutes away from pristine mountains, clean, uncrowded Pacific beaches and six mountain-fed rivers. Outdoor adventures abound: cycling, fishing, kayaking, rafting, rock climbing, agate hunting, beachcombing, camping, hiking, backpacking, surfing, golfing and more.With more old-growth redwoods and stretches of undeveloped coast than anywhere else in California, Humboldt County easily earns its rank among the top US destinations and one of the most beautiful counties in the U.S.

Arcata is known for a variety of locally owned specialty farm-to-table cafes and restaurants, serving exquisite, award-winning foods, wines, microbrews, and spirits, many of which are also available in our local markets. Community farms sell their fresh organic produce and flowers at the weekly farmers market, where you can also find many more locally made goods and sundries.

Arcata is home to California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt - one of only three Polytechnic universities in California. Cal Poly Humboldt offers bachelors, masters and credential programs in a wide variety of majors, including a STEM program. Our K-12 school system is outstanding and offers options of public, charter, and private schools that provide a variety of programs and initiatives for youth of all ages.

The local airport is serviced by United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Breeze Airways, with daily flights to San Francisco, Los Angeles, Burbank, Las Vegas, SeaTac, Provo, Utah, and Denver, Colorado.

With all this going for it, it’s easy to see why so many people call the north coast Home!