Behavior Technician (RBT) vs MRI Technologist

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Pay

Behavior Technician

$45,800 typical, a year

Most RBTs earn $43,700 to $52,000 a year.

From 9,869 postings that list pay

12,286 open jobs now

Behavior Technician salaries Behavior Technician jobs

MRI Technologist

$90,500 typical, a year

Most MRI Technologists earn $85,400 to $99,800 a year.

From 348 postings that list pay

2,777 open jobs now

MRI Technologist salaries MRI Technologist jobs

MRI Technologists typically earn about $44,700 more a year than RBTs.

What each one does

Behavior Technician

  • Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a BCBA.
  • Collect and record data to track client progress and behavior changes.
  • Provide one-on-one therapy sessions to children with autism or developmental disabilities.
  • Collaborate with BCBAs, team members, and families to support clients.
  • Teach communication, social, and daily living skills to clients.
  • Maintain a safe and positive environment for clients during sessions.

Summed up from 30 job postings

MRI Technologist

  • Perform MRI scans on patients according to physician orders.
  • Ensure patient safety by screening for contraindications and following safety protocols.
  • Position patients correctly and comfortably for imaging procedures.
  • Educate patients about the MRI process to reduce anxiety and ensure cooperation.
  • Administer contrast materials safely and accurately as directed by a physician.
  • Document patient information, exam details, and image results in the computer system.

Summed up from 30 job postings

Skills employers ask for

Behavior Technician

More common in RBT postings

  • Behavior Technician 4 in 10 postings
  • Data Collection 2 in 10 postings
  • Behavioral Therapy 1 in 10 postings
  • ABA Techniques 1 in 10 postings
  • Behavior Analysis 1 in 10 postings

MRI Technologist

More common in MRI Technologist postings

  • MRI Equipment Operation 2 in 10 postings
  • Radiologic Technologist 2 in 10 postings
  • MR Safety 2 in 10 postings
  • Imaging 1 in 10 postings
  • PACS 1 in 10 postings
  • Patient Safety 1 in 10 postings

Out of each role's current postings.

Licenses and certifications

Behavior Technician

  • RBT (Registered Behavior Technician) 4 in 10 postings
  • CPR Certification 2 in 10 postings
  • Driver's License 2 in 10 postings
  • RBTS Certification 2 in 10 postings

MRI Technologist

  • MRI Technologist 8 in 10 postings
  • ARRT 7 in 10 postings
  • Basic Life Support 3 in 10 postings

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