How do they match: 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.

  • Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
  • 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.
  • Comfort patients during exams, or request sedatives or other medication from physicians for patients with anxiety or claustrophobia.
  • 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.
  • Take brief medical histories from patients.
  • Write reports or notes to summarize testing procedures or outcomes for physicians or other medical professionals.

  • Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
  • Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
  • Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Process x-rays or other medical images.
  • Repair medical facility equipment.
  • Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.
  • Train medical providers.