Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Also known as: Imaging Technologist, MRI Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Coordinator), MRI QA Coordinator (Magnetic Resonance Imaging Quality Assurance Coordinator) (+7 more)
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.
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What You'll Do
- Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
- Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
- Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
- Connect physiological leads to physiological acquisition control (PAC) units.
- Create backup copies of images by transferring images from disk to storage media or workstation.
- Develop or otherwise produce film records of magnetic resonance images.
- Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
- Intravenously inject contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
- Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.
- Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
Essential Skills
Career Fit Overview
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Top passions
- Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
- Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
- Analyst: Investigating problems and finding patterns keeps you engaged.
Common styles
Attention to Detail, Dependability, Cautiousness, Cooperation, Empathy
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Key Abilities
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Technologies & Tools
Work Environment & Strengths
Common Strengths for This Career
- Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.85/5)
- Dependability (High importance: 4.77/5)
- Cautiousness (High importance: 4.75/5)
- Cooperation (High importance: 4.65/5)
- Empathy (High importance: 4.4/5)
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This career typically requires vocational school, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. Some specialized training or certification may also be required.
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