Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

What Does a Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Do?

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.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• 1Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
• 2Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
• 3Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
• 4Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
• 5Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
• 6Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
• 7Take brief medical histories from patients.
• 8Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.

Required Skills

• Reading Comprehension
• Active Listening
• Monitoring
• Speaking
• Appointment scheduling software
• eClinicalWorks EHR software
• Electronic medical record EMR software
• GE Healthcare Centricity EMR
• Medical image processing software
• MEDITECH software
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office software
• Microsoft Word
• Radiology information systems (RIS)

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists Salary