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.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists to increase by 7.7% between 2024 and 2034, from 43,900 to 47,300 jobs. Its estimate of 2,300 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($95,480), education (Associate's degree), and related experience (Less than 5 years) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
43,900
Projected employment (2034)
47,300
Projected change (2024–2034)
8%
Annual openings (projected average)
2,300
Pay & Preparation
$95,480
Associate's degree
Less than 5 years
None
Essential Skills
Reading Comprehension (3.88/5) • Monitoring (3.75/5) • Active Listening (3.75/5) • Operations Monitoring (3.62/5) • Speaking (3.62/5) • Critical Thinking (3.38/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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