Is being an MRI technologist a good fit for you?

Operates MRI scanners to take detailed pictures inside the body. Keeps patients safe and comfortable and checks image quality.

What the work involves

Interviews patients before scans to spot risks, such as metal objects, pregnancy, heart valves, pacemakers or tattoos.
Reviews doctors' orders to confirm the scans prescribed.
Chooses the right imaging methods and equipment to produce the images needed.
Operates the MRI scanner during scans.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be hands-on, organising and curious. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onStrong. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.

CuriousSome. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.

CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.

HelpingSome. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.

PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.

OrganisingSome. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.

How much training it needs

Apprenticeships and training. Usually vocational training or an apprenticeship. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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