Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical · SOC 29-2035
AI exposure from the Anthropic Economic Index (2025); salary from BLS; skills from O*NET. See /sources.
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Top Skills
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What this work involves
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.
Common titles: 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)
Representative Tasks
- •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.
Detailed Work Activities
- •Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
- •Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
- •Review technical documents to plan work.
- •Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
- •Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
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Employment Projections & AI Exposure
Sector Comparison
| Metric | This Career | Sector Average |
|---|---|---|
| AI Exposure | 3.9% | 2.6% |
| Outlook | Bright ↗ | 93% Bright |
| Median Salary | $95,480 | N/A |
| AI Resiliency | 96/100 | N/A |