MRI Technician / Technologist
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.
At a Glance
MRI Technician / Technologist. Top skills: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Radiology, American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified.
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Median Wage
$88,180/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+7.1%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (16)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Radiology
Radiography
Patient Positioning
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Anatomy
Radiation Protection
Venipuncture
Life Support
Acute Care
Medical Ultrasonography
Safety Standards
Mammography
Medical Records
Tomography
Image Quality
Common Skills (5)
Customer Service
Quality Control
Communication
Friendliness
Cleanliness
Certifications (9)
American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
ARRT Radiography (R) Certification
ARRT Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MR) Certification
American Registry Of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
ARRT Radiation Therapy (T) Certification
Radiology Certification
ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) Certification
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