Occupation information for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists District Of Columbia

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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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Currently Employed: 90

Projected Annual Job Openings: 10

Typical Hourly Wage: $40.71 - $50.49

Typical Annual Salary: $84,670 - $105,020

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Typical education needed for entry: Associate's degree

Typical work experience needed for a job in this occupation: Less than 5 years work experience

Typical on-the-job training once you have a job in this occupation: No on-the-job training

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typical job duties
  • Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
  • Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
  • Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
  • Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
  • Place and secure small, portable magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners on body part to be imaged, such as arm, leg, or head.
  • Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
  • Take brief medical histories from patients.
  • Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.
  • Intravenously inject contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
  • Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
tools & technology
Tools:
  • Blood pressure cuff kits
  • Body plethysmographs
  • Medical magnetic resonance imaging MRI quality assurance or calibration phantoms or devices
  • Medical magnetic resonance imaging MRI scanners
  • Personal computers

Technology:
  • Calendar and scheduling software
  • Internet browser software
  • Medical software
  • Office suite software
  • Spreadsheet software
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