Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists Career Video

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JOB TITLE: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist
ONET: 29-2035.00
OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION: 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.

RELATED TASKS:
Operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners
Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images
Inject intravenously contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice
Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.

RELATED JOBS: Chief Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist (Chief MRI Technologist), Magnetic Resonance Imaging Coordinator (MRI Coordinator), Magnetic Resonance Imaging Director, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Quality Assurance Coordinator (MRI Quality Assurance Coordinator), Medical Imaging Director, MRI Specialist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Specialist), MRI Supervisor (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Supervisor), MRI Technologist (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist), Staff Technologist, Technologist

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