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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 Supervisor”

Take brief medical histories from patients.
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.
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.
Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
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.
Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners.
Place and secure small, portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners on body part to be imaged, such as arm, leg, or head.
Inject intravenously contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
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.
Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
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.
Write reports or notes to summarize testing procedures or outcomes for physicians or other medical professionals.
Conduct inventories to maintain stock of clinical supplies.
Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
Schedule appointments for research subjects or clinical patients.
Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.

Related Technology & Tools

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

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