As of June 2026, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists has an AI-exposure score of 66/100 (High exposure) on the AI-Safe Careers index, blending O*NET tasks, the Anthropic Economic Index, the Penn/OpenAI study, and BLS data. This is an estimate of task exposure, not a prediction of job loss.
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
More exposed than 83% of the roles we track. Median pay ~US$95,480. About 2,600 projected openings a year (BLS 2024–34 — growth plus replacement).
Pay & demand figures are US medians (BLS, in USD) — your local figures will differ. Your exposure score applies broadly.
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Your tasks, by AI exposure
- Operate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners.
- Troubleshoot technical issues related to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner or peripheral equipment, such as monitors or coils.
- Inspect images for quality, using magnetic resonance scanner equipment and laser camera.
- Intravenously inject contrast dyes, such as gadolinium contrast, in accordance with scope of practice.
- Select appropriate imaging techniques or coils to produce required images.
- Operate optical systems to capture dynamic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) images, such as functional brain imaging, real-time organ motion tracking, or musculoskeletal anatomy and trajectory visualization.
- Test magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) equipment to ensure proper functioning and performance in accordance with specifications.
- Provide headphones or earplugs to patients to improve comfort and reduce unpleasant noise.
- Create backup copies of images by transferring images from disk to storage media or workstation.
- Review physicians' orders to confirm prescribed exams.
- Position patients on cradle, attaching immobilization devices, if needed, to ensure appropriate placement for imaging.
- Instruct medical staff or students in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures or equipment operation.
- Calibrate magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) console or peripheral hardware.
- Explain magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) procedures to patients, patient representatives, or family members.
- Conduct screening interviews of patients to identify contraindications, such as ferrous objects, pregnancy, prosthetic heart valves, cardiac pacemakers, or tattoos.
- Comfort patients during exams, or request sedatives or other medication from physicians for patients with anxiety or claustrophobia.
- Write reports or notes to summarize testing procedures or outcomes for physicians or other medical professionals.
- Take brief medical histories from patients.
- Attach physiological monitoring leads to patient's finger, chest, waist, or other body parts.
- Connect physiological leads to physiological acquisition control (PAC) units.
No durable tasks identified for this role — its real, individually-assessed tasks consistently read as automatable (70%).
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