Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
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.
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Salary Information
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists: $88,180 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Prepare patients physically for medical procedures. | General |
| Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals. | General |
| Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment. | General |
| Load digital images onto computers or websites. | General |
| Process x-rays or other medical images. | General |
| Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members. | General |
| Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures. | General |
| Check quality of diagnostic images. | General |
| Operate diagnostic imaging equipment. | General |
| Position patients for treatment or examination. | General |
| Select medical equipment for addressing patient needs. | General |
| Assist customers to ensure comfort or safety. | General |
| Repair medical facility equipment. | General |
| Train medical providers. | General |
| Schedule patient procedures or appointments. | General |
| Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation. | General |
| Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. | General |
| Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities. | General |
| Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment. | General |
| Maintain medical equipment or instruments. | Maintenance |
| Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment. | Maintenance |
| Review technical documents to plan work. | Maintenance |
| Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures. | Maintenance |
| Create electronic data backup to prevent loss of information. | Development |
| Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems. | Development |
Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| MEDITECH software | Medical software |
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| eClinicalWorks EHR software | Medical software |
| Appointment scheduling software | Calendar and scheduling software |
| Electronic medical record EMR software | Medical software |
| GE Healthcare Centricity EMR | Medical software |
| Medical image processing software | Medical software |
| Radiology information systems (RIS) | Medical software |
| Teleradiology systems | Medical software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certification in Magnetic Resonance Imaging Physics | American Board of Medical Physics | Not Available |
| Certification in Medical Health Physics | American Board of Medical Physics | Not Available |
| Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist | American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Radiologist Assistant | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Bone Densitometry | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Breast Sonography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Computed Tomography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Magnetic Resonance Imaging | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Mammography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Radiation Therapy | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Radiography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Sonography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |
| Registered Technologist - Vascular-Interventional Radiography | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | Not Available |