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Responsibilities

Performs duties in support of and in compliance with the performance improvement plan, TJC and other licensing, accrediting and regulatory agencies. Through the use of accepted techniques and practices, provides high quality Magnetic Resonance Imaging studies. Through safe operation and care of equipment ensures proper safety of patients to high magnetic fields and Diagnostic MRI procedures. Ensures safety of patients by following established guidelines for MRI procedure protocols and IV contrast administration. Communicates effectively with ancillary areas and internal staff. Able to evaluate, coordinate, and execute responsibilities under pressure situations. Has the initiative to resolve customer problems by self, and involves supervisors as necessary. Provides professional and quality care to patients from neonates to geriatrics while following hospital policies, procedures and standards. Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements reflect the major functions considered necessary to describe the principle content of the job. They are not intended to be a complete statement of all work requirements, exams or duties that may be inherent in the job.

Qualifications

+ Two (2) years as an MRI technologist in a full service Radiology/MRI Department.

+ Graduation from an approved school for MRI.

+ MRI Safety Computer skills for operating within RIS/HIS/PACS, medical terminology, and good communication skills.

+ Ability to successfully complete job related communication and arithmetic calculations.

+ Certification in MRI by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology RTMR (MR) or American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (AMRIT) is required.

+ California Fluoroscopic permit required

+ Venipuncture/IV contrast Administration Certificate required

+ BLS

+ Fire Safety w/in 90days

_This position is represented by SEIU and is expected to be a 3 month assignment._

Overview

Founded in 1887, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center is a 318-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in downtown Los Angeles, California. Serving over 70,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, Level III NICU, heart care, women’s health, and a family birth center. In 2025, we opened our new patient tower, Grand Tower, featuring a dramatically expanded Emergency Department and Family Birth Center that will increase patient comfort and privacy.

Additionally, California Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and recently was awarded the AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care.

California Hospital Medical Center shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health and CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation’s largest health care systems, dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality, and affordable patient-centered care. Visit https://www.dignityhealth.org/socal/locations/californiahospital for more information.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

One Community. One Mission. One California (https://youtu.be/RrPuiSnALJY?si=pvQgPZ6ZWZM60TPV)

Pay Range

$56.45 - $66.49 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.