Occupation: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

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.

29-2035.00 | 24 tasks | 7 job titles
Reported Job Titles (7)
  • MRI Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Coordinator)
  • MRI QA Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Quality Assurance Coordinator)
  • MRI Radiographer (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Radiographer)
  • MRI Specialist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist)
  • MRI Tech (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician)
  • MRI Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist)
  • Research MRI Technologist (Research Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist)
Core Tasks (21)
  • Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
  • Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
  • Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
  • Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
  • Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
  • Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
  • Take brief medical histories from patients.
  • Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.
  • Intravenously inject contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
  • Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
  • 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.
  • Write reports or notes to summarize testing procedures or outcomes for physicians or other medical professionals.
  • Comfort patients during exams, or request sedatives or other medication from physicians for patients with anxiety or claustrophobia.
  • Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
  • Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner or peripheral equipment, such as monitors or coils.
  • 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.
  • Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
  • Conduct inventories to maintain stock of clinical supplies.
Supplemental Tasks (3)
  • Place and secure small, portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners on body part to be imaged, such as arm, leg, or head.
  • Develop or otherwise produce film records of magnetic resonance images.
  • Schedule appointments for research subjects or clinical patients.