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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 “Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Specialist”

Develop or otherwise produce film records of magnetic resonance images.
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.
Create backup copies of images by transferring images from disk to storage media or workstation.
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners.
Inject intravenously contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
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.
Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
Take brief medical histories from patients.
Instruct medical staff or students in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures or equipment operation.
Schedule appointments for research subjects or clinical 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.
Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
Connect physiological leads to physiological acquisition control (PAC) units.
Troubleshoot technical issues related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner or peripheral equipment, such as monitors or coils.
Conduct inventories to maintain stock of clinical supplies.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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