How do they match: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician
  • Travel Technician
  • Travel Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technician

  • 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.

  • Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
  • Comfort patients during exams, or request sedatives or other medication from physicians for patients with anxiety or claustrophobia.
  • Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
  • Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
  • Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
  • Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
  • Schedule appointments for research subjects or clinical patients.
  • Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
  • Take brief medical histories from patients.
  • Troubleshoot technical issues related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner or peripheral equipment, such as monitors or coils.

  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Position patients for treatment or examination.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
  • Review technical documents to plan work.
  • Schedule patient procedures or appointments.