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29-2035.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

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.

Primary Directive

Ensure accurate and safe magnetic resonance imaging procedures for patients.

Execution Steps
  1. 1

    Review physician orders

    Confirm prescribed exams by reviewing physicians' orders.

  2. 2

    Conduct patient screening

    Identify contraindications by conducting screening interviews with patients.

  3. 3

    Select imaging techniques

    Choose appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.

  4. 4

    Operate MRI scanners

    Use magnetic resonance imaging scanners to capture necessary images.

  5. 5

    Inspect and report images

    Inspect images for quality and write reports summarizing testing procedures.

Toolbox Requirements
eClinicalWorks EHR softwareMEDITECH softwareMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft Word

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.