Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
What they do
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.
Tasks they perform
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Relevant Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Radiation Therapy
by Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Bachelor of Radiography in Diagnostics
by Nelson Mandela University
Bachelor of Science Honours in Structural Biology
by University of the Western Cape
Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry
by Walter Sisulu University
Advanced Diploma in Chemistry
by Vaal University of Technology
Bachelor of Science in Physics
by Walter Sisulu University
Bachelor of Engineering in Electro-Mechanical Engineering
by North West University
Advanced Diploma in Industrial Physics
by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
Advanced Diploma in Geology
by Tshwane University of Technology (TUT)
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