MRI Technologist, Per Diem, Variable Shift (SEIU)

Adventist Health; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in San Luis Obispo, CA seeks a radiology MRI technologist to operate MRI equipment for diagnostic imaging. You will calibrate, process images, and coordinate patient care under radiologist direction.

Required ARRT/ARMRIT or equivalent certification and BLS, with an MRI certificate or radiology degree. Per diem shifts, with potential differential incentives; strong patient care and imaging quality skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Certificate or diploma from MRI school or Associate's degree in Radiology is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent is preferred.
• ARRT-R or ARRT-MR or ARMRIT certification required.
• BLS certification required by policy.
• Venipuncture certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate MRI equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Calibrate and operate equipment under limited radiologist direction.
• Process images and coordinate patient care with other services.

Skills

MRI imaging

Patient care

Image quality

Education

MRI certificate/diploma

Associate’s degree in Radiology

Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology (preferred)

ARRT certification (R/MR)

BLS certification

Venipuncture certification

Job description

Job Description

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary

Produces images for medical diagnosis by operating magnetic resonance equipment. Performs procedures and calibrates and operates equipment under limited radiologist direction. Processes images and coordinates patient care with other patient services. This position is represented by SEIU.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• Certificate or diploma from MRI school or Associate's degree in Radiology: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in radiologic technology or equivalent (some certifications will require Bachelor's): Preferred

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiology (ARRT-R) or Magnetic Resonance (ARRT-MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Preferred
• Venipuncture certification: Required
• ARRT-Radiography (ARRT-R) or ARRT-Magnetic Resonance Imaging (ARRT-MRI) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT): Required
• Venipuncture (IV) certification: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions

• Scans patients in accordance with established protocols and physician orders. Performs MRI diagnostic procedures in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians. Produces images in order to diagnose and monitor a variety of conditions. Uses equipment to direct strong magnetic fields and radio frequencies to create 3D images of a patient's body tissues and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and pathology of tissues. Summarizes, documents, verifies and presents images, findings, calculations and measurements to physicians for diagnoses. Ensures compliance with local, state and federal regulations, standards and protocols.
• Prepares, administers and monitors contrast media. Adheres to precaution standards.
• Obtains pertinent patient information and disseminates subsequent patient preparation instructions to patient care areas.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71921

Job Category : Technologist

Posting Date : 2026-09-16T18:24:44+00:00

Job Shift : Variable Shift

Locations :
San Luis Obispo, CA, United States

Assignment Category : Per Diem

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $47.60 to $71.34. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : MRI

Shift Length : 12 Hours