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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 “Staff Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Technologist”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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Microsoft Word
MEDITECH software
Teleradiology systems
Radiology information systems (RIS)
Appointment scheduling software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Excel
Electronic medical record EMR software
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