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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 “MRI Special Procedures Technologist”

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

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