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.
Training & Resources
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