Careers · Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists · Pennsylvania
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in Pennsylvania
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) technologists operate MRI scanners in hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, and medical clinics. They prepare patients for scans, monitor safety and comfort during procedures, ensure image quality, and may administer contrast agents In Pennsylvania the median pay is $91,120 a year, 5% below the national median of $95,480.
$91,120median pay in Pennsylvania, per year
$78,850–$100,750middle half earn
2,250employed in Pennsylvania
$95,480U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience). Most hold an associate degree.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionActive ListeningMonitoringSpeakingOperations MonitoringCritical ThinkingOperation and ControlWriting
Knowledge areas
Customer and Personal ServiceEnglish LanguagePhysicsComputers and ElectronicsMedicine and DentistryPublic Safety and Security
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists.
Licenses and training in Pennsylvania
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists pay in other states
District of Columbia · $128,710California · $124,000Washington · $122,750Oregon · $121,920Alaska · $120,610Hawaii · $119,370New York · $113,270Massachusetts · $110,600Connecticut · $106,330New Hampshire · $105,420
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against magnetic resonance imaging technologists and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
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O*NET-SOC 29-2035.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Pennsylvania, annual.