netic Resonance Imaging
POST-GRADUATE PART-TIME PROGRAMS
ABOUT THE PROGRAM The Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) program is a part-time program designed with the working medical radiation sciences professional in mind. This program consists of both didactic and clinical components spread across four semesters. The didactic courses are offered online (three part-time semesters). The final semester is the clinical semester; it begins with a mandatory four-day Clinical Readiness component offered on-site at Michener to ensure that students are fully prepared to start their full-time clinical practicum. Graduates are eligible to write the national certification examination administrated by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). Certification qualifies graduates to be eligible to work across Canada, and allows them to apply for registration as an MRI Technologist with the College of Medical Radiation and Imaging Technologists of Ontario (CMRITO). The program is accredited by Accreditation Canada. WHAT WILL I STUDY? • Patient care and safety in the MRI environment • Preparation and positioning of patients for their MRI examinations • Use of sophisticated MRI scanners to perform complex cross-sectional imaging procedures • How to apply knowledge of MRI physics and methodology, cross sectional anatomy and pathology to produce high-quality diagnostic MRI images • Hybrid imaging and basic advanced techniques ABOUT THE PROFESSION MRI is an imaging modality that creates images of the body using radiofrequency waves in conjunction with extremely powerful magnets. This non-invasive technique relies on the magnetic properties of atoms (rather than radiation) and provides valuable diagnostic information to aid in patient management. In recent years, MRI has undergone remarkable growth and is now widely used. MRI technologists use their communication, patient-care and collaborative skills to interact with patients and other members of the health care team. They are responsible for the safety of patients and other staff members in the Magnetic Resonance environment. Using their knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology along with the principles of MRI physics and methodology, MRI technologists operate MRI scanners to create images of a patient’s body tissues, which physicians then use as an aid to diagnose patients. The skill of the MRI technologist is extremely important in obtaining high-quality diagnostic images. MRI technologists work under the guidance of radiologists. WHERE CAN I WORK? MRI Technologists find rewarding careers in clinical environments such as hospitals, mobile MR units and diagnostic imaging centres. Other career opportunities can be found in the areas of education, sales, applications and research. 2 021/2 02 2 V IE W BO O K
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