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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

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists”.

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Tasks for “Imaging Technologist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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