Department of Radiologic Sciences
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Academic Programs    |    Modalities

Overview

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologists use non-ionizing radio frequency electromagnetic waves to generate image contrast and create a 3-dimensional image of a part of the body.

Tasks

  • operate MRI and related auxiliary equipment
  • communicate with radiologists, members of the heath care team, patients and their families
  • perform venipuncture

Technology

  • low-energy electromagnetic waves in conjunction with a magnetic field

Patient Interaction

  • direct patient contact
  • healthy and critically ill inpatients and outpatients
  • all ages from pediatrics to geriatrics

Work Conditions

  • move and lift patients from MR table to and from MRI scanning room
  • sit at computer console in a small, low-lit room
  • adhere to safety policies working in or near a magnetic field

Career Outlook

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 28% increase in the number of jobs for MRI technologists by 2020.

Pathways to an MRI degree

If you ...
  
then consider...
are in High School   2+2 PACE program
or 3+1 Advanced Placement BS/BS with
Immaculata University
have 50 prerequisite credits   2-year Multicompetency BS*option
or 2+1 BS/MS*
have a baccalaureate degree
and 50 prerequisite credits		   1-year Advanced Placement BS option
or 1+1 BS/MS
or 2-year Multicompetency BS* or 2+1 BS/MS*
have certification in or graduated from an accredited program* in
Radiologic Sciences or allied health and have 50 prerequisite credits  		  1-year Advanced Placement BS option
or 1+1 BS/MS
or 2-year Multicompetency BS* or 2+1 BS/MS*

*Multicompetency Combination options

First Year Second Year
Radiography Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Nuclear Medicine Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Nuclear Medicine
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Radiation Therapy

(Other modality combinations are possible. Students must consult an admissions counselor or a Radiologic Sciences faculty member when choosing modalities.)


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