Occupations/29-2035.00
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.
Usually a certificate, vocational program, or associate degree — not a bachelor’s.
AI automation risk
52%
Mixed exposure
Human characteristics
68%
Strong human-characteristic mix
Task orientation
75%
Higher automation risk
A day in this job
- Mostly human
Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
- Mostly routine
Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
- Mostly human
Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
Split from the wording of these tasks, shown next to the occupation’s AI risk. It is not a separate score for each task, and it is not a forecast that the job disappears.
Core tasks
- 01Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
- 02Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
- 03Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- 04Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
- 05Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
- 06Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
Model drivers (O*NET 1–5)
- Repeating same tasks4.00
- Degree of automation2.59
- Time sitting3.74
- Originality (ability)2.62
- Conflict situations3.09
- Hands-on objects/tools3.57
- Outdoors / weather1.26
- Disease exposure4.09
- Decision freedom4.30
Top abilities
- Oral Expression4.00
- Oral Comprehension4.00
- Near Vision4.00
- Written Comprehension3.88
- Problem Sensitivity3.62
- Written Expression3.50
- Speech Recognition3.25
- Speech Clarity3.25
Essential skills
- Reading Comprehension3.88
- Active Listening3.75
- Writing3.12
- Speaking3.62
- Mathematics2.62
- Science2.75
- Critical Thinking3.38
- Active Learning3.12
- Learning Strategies2.75
- Monitoring3.75
CIP matches
Schools offering related programs
12 of 64 shown
Earnings are College Scorecard medians for that program, 1 and 2 years after completion. A dash means the Department suppressed the cell or the campus is not in the field file.
| Institution | Program | Tuition | Admit | Grad 6-yr | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA · Private nonprofit | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $68,200 | 12% | 92% | 1 yr $122,902 2 yr $112,319 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, WA · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $12,600 | 48% | 84% | 1 yr $120,847 2 yr $121,294 Bachelor's · CIP 51.09 |
Augsburg University Minneapolis, MN · Private nonprofit | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $43,600 | 76% | 64% | 1 yr $111,992 2 yr $111,435 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
North Dakota State University Fargo, ND · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $10,900 | 96% | 68% | 1 yr $110,432 2 yr $101,645 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
Howard University Washington, DC · Private nonprofit | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $33,200 | 53% | 65% | 1 yr $103,555 2 yr $104,061 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College Chicago, IL · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $4,600 | 100% | 27% | 1 yr $103,078 2 yr $106,838 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
Wake Technical Community College Raleigh, NC · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $2,900 | 100% | 31% | 1 yr $101,645 2 yr $98,551 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
Milwaukee Area Technical College Milwaukee, WI · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $4,900 | 100% | 27% | 1 yr $98,784 2 yr $105,529 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison, WI · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $11,200 | 49% | 89% | 1 yr $98,766 2 yr $100,213 Professional · CIP 51.09 |
University of Florida Gainesville, FL · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $6,400 | 23% | 89% | 1 yr $97,673 2 yr $101,327 Master's · CIP 51.09 |
Madison Area Technical College Madison, WI · Public | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $4,700 | 100% | 34% | 1 yr $66,541 2 yr $57,318 Bachelor's · CIP 51.09 |
Emory University Atlanta, GA · Private nonprofit | Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology/Technician 51.0920 | $60,800 | 11% | 91% | 1 yr $63,997 2 yr $57,318 Bachelor's · CIP 51.09 |