You are applying for a position through Medix, a staffing agency. The actual posting represents a position at one of our clients.
Facility Type:
Ambulatory Care
Start Date:
ASAP
Certification Needed:
ARRT certification/registration in Radiography (R) and (MR).
State License Needed:
Active state license to practice as a Radiologic Technologist / Radiographer in California (CDPH-RHB CRT).
Job Summary
Our client is seeking an MRI Technician to perform advanced diagnostic examinations across standard Radiography (X-Ray), Computed Tomography (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI). This role ensures comprehensive patient identification and clinical safety, operates and troubleshoots imaging equipment, and accurately documents findings while maintaining HIPAA compliance.
Responsibilities
- Review clinician imaging orders and confirm positive patient identification prior to exams.
- Perform advanced diagnostic examinations across standard Radiography (X-Ray), Computed Tomography (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) according to established clinical safety standards.
- Ensure comprehensive MRI screening protocols are conducted to maintain magnet safety and protect patients/staff from contraindications.
- Operate and troubleshoot imaging consoles, clinical workstations, and digital image processing tools.
- Verify proper anatomical positioning, labeling, date verification, and data integrity for all acquired studies.
- Monitor patient clinical status, recognizing acute changes in comfort or condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Conduct moderate-to-complex point-of-care laboratory testing under CLIA guidelines, completing routine quality control (QC) checks.
- Document diagnostic findings, patient intake, and encounter data accurately within the electronic medical records (EMR) system while maintaining strict HIPAA compliance.
- Maintain internal digital records and patient management logs within standard workflow software.
- Provide physical transfer and mobility support as a secondary assist (lifting/supporting up to 75 lbs).
Minimum Education and Experience Qualification Requirements
Education
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Qualifications
- Solid working knowledge of MRI safety zones, RF burn prevention, and projectile safety.
- Demonstrated competency in medical documentation, PACS/imaging archiving, and outpatient clinical workflows.
- Previous operational familiarity with Siemens imaging platforms (CT, MRI, and X-Ray systems).
- Hands-on experience with ambulatory EMR platforms (e.g., AthenaHealth) and client management systems (e.g., Salesforce).
- Prior training or operational exposure to clinical laboratory instrumentation, point-of-care analyzers, and routine quality-control logs.
- Prior experience in concierge medicine, high-end ambulatory imaging, or VIP healthcare environments.
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of hands-on clinical experience operating both Computed Tomography (CT), Radiographic (X-ray), and MRI modalities.
- Minimum of 1 year of hands-on clinical scanning experience across modalities.
Additional Requirements
- Physical capability to assist with patient positioning, transfers, and lifting up to 75 lbs.
Schedule / Shift
- Full-time (4 shifts per week, 32–40 hours)
- Shift options: Days (7:00 AM – 3:00 PM), Evenings (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM), or Overnights (11:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Includes rotating weekend coverage
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave (Medix provides paid sick leave according to state and local sick leave ordinances).
- Health Benefits / Dental / Vision (Medix offers 6 different health plans: 3 Major Medical Plans, 2 Fixed Indemnity Plans (Standard and Preferred), and 1 Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) Plan. Eligibility for health benefits is based on verifying that an average of 30 hours per week during the first 4 weeks of the work assignment has been met. If you meet eligibility requirements and take action to enroll, you will be covered no earlier than 60 days into your assignment, depending on plan selection(s)).
- 401k (Eligible on the first 401k open enrollment date following 6 consecutive months on assignment. 401k Open Enrollment dates are 1/1, 4/1, 7/1, and 10/1).
- Short Term Disability Insurance.
- Term Life Insurance Plan.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).
Medix Overview:
With over 20 years of experience connecting organizations with highly qualified professionals, Medix is a leading provider of workforce solutions for clients and candidates across the healthcare, scientific, technology, and government industries. Through our core purpose of positively impacting lives, we’re dedicated to creating opportunities for job seekers at some of the nation's top companies. As an award-winning career partner, Medix is committed to helping talent find fulfilling and meaningful work because our mission is to help you achieve yours.
*This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.