Also called: MR Technologist
Runs MRI scanners to create detailed images of the body.
You screen patients for metal (the magnet can yank a wrench across the room), position them, and run scans while talking them through the loud banging noises.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 2 years after high school. Associate degree in radiologic technology or MRI plus certification.
Ways in: 2-year college, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Radiologic Technology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (2-year).
Growing faster than average (about 6% over 10 years).
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI shortens scans and checks quality; screening, positioning and calming patients stay human.
Classes: Anatomy and physiology, Physics, Algebra II.
Official data: O*NET occupation 29-2035.
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