Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
SOC Code: 29-2035 Job Zone 3: Medium Preparation Needed
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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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $117,291 | $135,907 | $154,502 | $173,118 |
| Vallejo, CA | $132,371 | $145,808 | $159,266 | $172,702 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $97,864 | $120,515 | $143,146 | $165,797 |
| Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA | $96,075 | $118,269 | $140,442 | $162,635 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $93,309 | $116,230 | $139,173 | $162,094 |
| Salinas, CA | $88,941 | $112,507 | $136,053 | $159,619 |
| Merced, CA | $87,339 | $111,301 | $135,262 | $159,224 |
| Napa, CA | $96,304 | $116,397 | $136,510 | $156,603 |
| North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area | $92,851 | $113,173 | $133,474 | $153,795 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $91,229 | $112,070 | $132,912 | $153,754 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Reading Comprehension | 3.9 | |
| Active Listening | 3.8 | |
| Monitoring | 3.8 | |
| Operations Monitoring | 3.6 | |
| Speaking | 3.6 | |
| Critical Thinking | 3.4 | |
| Operation and Control | 3.2 | |
| Complex Problem Solving | 3.1 | |
| Service Orientation | 3.1 | |
| Active Learning | 3.1 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.2 |
| English Language | 4.0 |
| Physics | 4.0 |
| Computers and Electronics | 3.6 |
| Public Safety and Security | 3.5 |
| Medicine and Dentistry | 3.5 |
| Education and Training | 3.4 |
| Biology | 3.0 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 65.2% |
| Some college | 13.0% |
| Bachelor's degree | 8.7% |
| High school diploma | 4.3% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 4.3% |
| Master's degree | 4.3% |
Typical Tasks
- 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.
- 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.
Technology Skills
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