Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists

SOC Code: 29-2035

Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologistss review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 74.8/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Reading Comprehension, Active Listening.

AI-Proof Score: 74.8 — High
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Median Salary

$88,180

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Job Growth

7.1%

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Training Time

Medium preparation (1-2 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 3 / 5

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Training Cost

~$15,000

Key Skills

  • •Reading Comprehension
  • •Active Listening
  • •Speaking
  • •Monitoring
  • •Operations Monitoring
  • •Critical Thinking

Common Tasks

  • ✓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.
  • ✓Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.

Why AI-Proof?

  • ✅Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • ✅Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • ✅Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • ✅Social and regulatory barriers to full automation