Magnetic Resonance Technologist

Further education beyond that required for a more traditional diagnostic imaging career can qualify a candidate as a Magnetic Resonance Technologist.

A Magnetic Resonance Technologist works in an evolving field using magnetism, radio waves and computers to acquire cross-sectional images of the body. Standard imaging now include breast imaging, cardiac and pediatric specialties.

approximate salary: $49,081 - $75,016

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with an emphasis on English, Mathematics and Sciences.

academic requirements: To enter a Magnetic Resonance Imaging program, candidates must be a registered technologist in Medical Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy or Sonography. Training consists of both classroom and clinical experience for a period of 9 to 12 months. An exception to this is at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology where students can apply directly from high school to a 2 year diploma program.

educational institutes in canada offering a program:
• Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences, ON (Distance Education)
• Red River College of Applied Arts, Science and Technology, MB
• Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, AB
• British Columbia Institute of Technology, BC (Distance Education)

http://peihsc.ca/careers/career-portal/magnetic-resonance-technologist/

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