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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”

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

Related Technology & Tools

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

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