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Job Description

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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-2035.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 69,240.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 33.00
Currently, there are 35,850 people on this job

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Tasks for “Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (CT/MRI Technologist)”

Create backup copies of images by transferring images from disk to storage media or workstation.
Instruct medical staff or students in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures or equipment operation.
Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners.
Conduct inventories to maintain stock of clinical supplies.
Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
Take brief medical histories from patients.
Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
Schedule appointments for research subjects or clinical patients.
Troubleshoot technical issues related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner or peripheral equipment, such as monitors or coils.
Inject intravenously contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
Place and secure small, portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners on body part to be imaged, such as arm, leg, or head.
Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.
Connect physiological leads to physiological acquisition control (PAC) units.
Operate optical systems to capture dynamic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images, such as functional brain imaging, real-time organ motion tracking, or musculoskeletal anatomy and trajectory visualization.
Develop or otherwise produce film records of magnetic resonance images.
Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
Write reports or notes to summarize testing procedures or outcomes for physicians or other medical professionals.
Request sedatives or other medication from physicians for patients with anxiety or claustrophobia.

Related Technology & Tools

Personal computers
Intravenous IV line sets
Oxygen delivery equipment
Portable magnetic resonance imaging MRI scanners
Functional magnetic resonance imaging fMRI scanners
Medical magnetic resonance imaging MRI patient tables
Capnographs
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI positioning sandbags
Image capturing and transmission systems
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI printers
Sphygmomanometers
Medical nasal cannulae
Venipuncture needles
Clinical imaging workstations
Dosimetry badges
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI calibration phantoms
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI systems
Fluoroptic thermometry systems
Power injectors
Protective eye shields
Laser cameras
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI calibration devices
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI coils
Patient lifting equipment
Telemetry leads
Patient positioning devices
Intravenous IV infusion pumps
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI compatible fire extinguishers
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI monitors
Carbon dioxide monitors
Photoplethysmographs
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI consoles
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI audio and visual intercommunication systems
Crash carts
Non-magnetic pulse oximeter units
Protective medical face masks
Emergency contrast reaction kits

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Microsoft Office
GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
MEDITECH software
Microsoft Excel
Electronic medical record EMR software
Web browser software
Radiology information systems (RIS)
Appointment scheduling software
Microsoft Word
Medical image processing software