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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists

Monitor patients and operate Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scanners.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Well above the statewide median
$41.33 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Well above statewide average
Growth rate:  8.1%    Read more about outlook

Education:

Associate's degree is typically required.

On the Job:

Typical Work Tasks
  • Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.
  • Position patients for treatment or examination.
  • Prepare patients physically for medical procedures.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
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Job Title Examples:

MRI Special Procedures Technologist
Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Radiographer
Magnetic Resonance Imaging MRI Specialist

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Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages   This career pays well above the median wage.

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

This career: $41.33
Statewide median: $24.25

 

This is a very high-wage career. It pays well above the statewide median wage.


Wages for Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists *

Area Low Median High
U S
$33.83 $39.99 $46.6
Minnesota
$38.97 $41.33 $45.19
Central Minnesota
$37.99 $40.8 $44.67
Northeast Minnesota
$38.83 $39.06 $40.07
Northwest Minnesota
$36.93 $38.2 $40.16
Southeast Minnesota
$37.54 $46.45 $46.45
Southwest Minnesota
$38.86 $40.17 $40.17
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN
$39.97 $41.97 $45.12

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

In Minnesota, there are 790 workers employed in this very small career.

Where do Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologists most often work?

 

Current Demand

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This career is currently in moderate demand.

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