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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.

Median salary

$88,180

Typical range

$65k – $121k

Job outlook

+7% (faster than average)

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Education

Typical entry: Associate degree

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Typical progression

  1. Junior Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

    Entry / Junior

    $64,910

    ~2 yrs to advance

  2. Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

    Established

    $88,180

    ~3 yrs to advance

  3. Senior Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

    Senior

    $104,800

Key skills

A typical day

  • 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.

Fields of study

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