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What would be the next level on top of an MRI Technologist?

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CAREER ADVANCEMENTS FOR MRI TECHNOLOGISTS
Ariana these are a few of the more common ways to advance your career as a MRI technologists, but there are many more. Some choose to go into ultrasound or nuclear medicine, for example. Whichever specialization you choose, you can expect higher wages than a general radiologic technologist and the opportunity to provide critical diagnostic imaging services as a crucial member of the healthcare industry.

RADIATION SAFETY OFFICER
MRI technologists must ensure the safety of the equipment that they utilize. Those who are highly concerned regarding these safety procedures should look into advancing their career as a radiation safety officer, which is a position found at hospitals. Radiation safety officers are responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations regarding radiation and look into the facts if an incidence of overexposure occurs. They track materials, oversee safety testing, and are responsible for audits. Most radiation safety officers hold a bachelor's degree in health physics. The average Radiation Safety Officer salary in the United States is $82,300 as of September 25, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $70,000 and $94,500. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING DIRECTOR
Some MRI technologists may wish to advance in their careers by managing others. These individuals might consider becoming a diagnostic imaging director. These managers are responsible for the diagnostic imaging program at a hospital or clinic. Diagnostic imaging directors would plan the goals of the radiology and imaging department. They are responsible for staff management, budgets, safety and compliance. Typically, directors would have a bachelor's degree and extensive experience in the field. The average Director of Diagnostic Imaging salary in the United States is $137,800 as of September 25, 2020, but the range typically falls between $123,300 and $155,200. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGISTS
Some MRI technologists may wish to undergo extensive training to offer specialized radiology services as a physician. A career as an interventional radiologist may be attractive to these professionals. Interventional radiologists use small probes that can be directed through body tissues or openings to obtain diagnostic imaging information. This allows physicians to treat conditions less invasively than would be required with traditional surgery. To become an interventional radiologist, candidates must first complete a bachelor's degree and then attend medical school. After medical school, they must complete an integrated interventional radiology residency, or a diagnostic radiology residency followed by an interventional radiology fellowship, and become licensed. The average Interventional Radiologist salary in the United States is $417,900 as of September 25, 2020, but the range typically falls between $363,300 and $483,400. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

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