ONET Occupations » 29-2035.00

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.

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Parachute skills

  1. Pay attention to details - Data (4.91)
  2. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.87)
  3. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.87)
  4. Listen - People (4.25)
  5. Follow through, get things done - People (3.95)
  6. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.88)
  7. Communicate well, in person - People (3.88)
  8. Use my brain - Data (3.87)
  9. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  10. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  11. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.50)
  12. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)
  13. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.50)
  14. Speak - People (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Active Listening (4.00)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.62)
  3. Operation Monitoring (3.62)
  4. Speaking (3.50)
  5. Monitoring (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.25)
  2. Oral Expression (3.88)
  3. Near Vision (3.88)
  4. Written Comprehension (3.75)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  6. Written Expression (3.50)
  7. Information Ordering (3.50)
  1. Attention to Detail (4.91)
  2. Concern for Others (4.87)
  3. Dependability (4.83)
  4. Integrity (4.83)
  5. Cooperation (4.61)
  6. Self Control (4.43)
  7. Stress Tolerance (4.39)
  8. Independence (4.39)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.26)
  10. Initiative (4.14)
  11. Achievement/Effort (4.00)
  12. Persistence (3.95)
  13. Analytical Thinking (3.87)
  14. Social Orientation (3.52)
  15. Leadership (3.50)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.78)
  2. Interacting With Computers (4.65)
  3. Getting Information (4.48)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.41)
  5. Documenting/Recording Information (4.39)
  6. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.35)
  7. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.18)
  8. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.04)
  9. Processing Information (4.00)
  10. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.96)
  11. Handling and Moving Objects (3.91)
  12. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.86)
  13. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.83)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.82)
  15. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.70)
  16. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (3.64)
  17. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.61)
  18. Controlling Machines and Processes (3.52)
  1. There are currently no detailed activities.