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RAD TECH II - MRI
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bakersfield, CA, 93301
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 53.62-63.17 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Radiologic Staff Technologist is a Registered Radiologic Technologist, who, under the direction of the Radiologist or supervising technologist, performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Must strictly adhere to the State of California Radiation Safety Regulations as it applies to worker and patient safety.
Job Requirements
Minimum Experience:
- CA Radiology Tech (R) (F) (MRI)
- ARRT
- BLS (AHA required)
Skills:
Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with medical and technical personnel. Must have the ability to read write and speak English.
Preferred:
IV certification preferred
1 year acute medical experience
Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Where You'll WorkFounded by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy Hospitals have a history of caring for our community that goes back more than 100 years. We provide a broad range of medical and surgical services including minimally invasive and outpatient options. Our family of services includes the area's only inpatient oncology unit, the Orthopedic, Spine, and Hand Center, Family Birth Center, the Lactation Support Center and retail store, and many others. Mercy Hospital Downtown is a 194-bed facility located in downtown Bakersfield. Mercy Hospital Southwest is a 78-bed facility and the only hospital located in the rapidly growing area west of Highway 99. Mercy Hospital is a member of Dignity Health and is a trusted community partner, serving residents of Bakersfield and Kern County with quality, compassionate care since 1910. Learn more here at https://www.dignityhealth.org/central-california/locations/mercy-bakersfield.
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Frequently asked questions
Bakersfield’s Rad Tech II - MRI roles often emphasize compliance with California-specific radiation safety laws and AHA resuscitation certifications. Unlike larger metro areas like Los Angeles, Bakersfield offers a balance of community-centered care with slightly less competition, making it ideal for those seeking regional healthcare impact.
Yes, Catholic Health Initiatives requires quarterly American Heart Association resuscitation quality improvement certifications post-hire, which must be completed internally. This ensures MRI techs maintain up-to-date emergency response skills aligned with Dignity Health’s compliance standards.
Strong communication skills are essential for coordinated care, alongside proficiency in MRI technology and acute medical experience. Familiarity with intravenous (IV) certification is preferred, supporting advanced diagnostic procedures within Mercy Hospital’s comprehensive medical services.
Working here exposes MRI techs to a variety of acute care settings and continuous competency programs, fostering skill growth. The hospital’s integration in a large health system offers pathways into specialized imaging roles or supervisory positions, leveraging hands-on experience in a community-focused setting.
Bakersfield’s healthcare sector is growing, but MRI tech roles remain moderately competitive due to limited specialist availability. Catholic Health Initiatives attracts candidates with specific certifications and acute care experience, so maintaining updated ARRT credentials and local certifications improves hiring prospects.
MRI technologists in Bakersfield typically earn between $65,000 and $85,000 annually, influenced by experience and certifications. This range is slightly below larger California markets like Los Angeles but reflects Bakersfield’s cost of living and demand within regional hospital systems.
Daily tasks focus on performing MRI scans with minimal supervision, ensuring patient safety following California radiation laws. The role includes collaborating closely with radiologists, maintaining equipment, and adhering to strict quality and safety protocols in a busy hospital environment.
Catholic Health Initiatives supports ongoing professional development through internal competency programs, including mandated quarterly resuscitation training. While external MRI tech training programs may be beneficial, the organization emphasizes in-house resources tailored to their clinical standards.
Mercy Hospital offers a community-rooted work culture with a century-long tradition of compassionate care. MRI techs benefit from diverse patient demographics, exposure to advanced imaging technologies, and opportunities for involvement in specialized units like oncology and orthopedics.
This ongoing certification ensures MRI technologists remain proficient in emergency response, directly enhancing patient safety during imaging procedures. It reinforces a culture of continuous learning and aligns with statewide healthcare compliance, distinguishing Catholic Health Initiatives in MRI tech training.