CAREER
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Overview
Salary Median (2023)
$83,740
Projected Job Growth (2023-2033)
+7% (as fast as the average)
Career
What Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Do
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners. Monitor patient safety and comfort, and view images of area being scanned to ensure quality of pictures. May administer gadolinium contrast dosage intravenously. May interview patient, explain MRI procedures, and position patient on examining table. May enter into the computer data such as patient history, anatomical area to be scanned, orientation specified, and position of entry.
Other Job Titles Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists May Have
MRI Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Coordinator), MRI QA Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Quality Assurance Coordinator), MRI Radiographer (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Radiographer), MRI Specialist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist), MRI Tech (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician), MRI Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist), Research MRI Technologist (Research Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist)
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
- Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
- Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
- Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Associate's degree (65%)
Associate's degree
Post-secondary certificate
Bachelor's degree
Majors Related to Career
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