MRI Tech Assistant (MR Imaging Assistant)

Forsyth Tech’s Magnetic Resonance Imaging Assistant program prepares students for careers in diagnostic imaging. The curriculum covers MR safety, patient screening, positioning, and emergency response protocols. Students develop practical skills through integrated didactic and clinical education, including patient interviewing, room and equipment preparation, and safety management in the high-field magnetic environment. Clinical rotations reinforce classroom learning with hands-on experience in patient positioning, RF coil placement, and IV injection techniques. Graduates are eligible for dual certifications: MR Imaging Assistant through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and MR Safety Technologist through the American Board of Magnetic Resonance Safety (ABMRS).

Through a concurrent curriculum of 60 didactic hours and 90 clinical hours, students gain the essential knowledge and practical skills to assist MR technologists in a clinical setting. Prerequisites include a high school diploma or GED and basic computer literacy.

• MR Safety
•  MR Screening
• Positioning
•  RF coil placement
• Patient care and communication

Step 1: Create Your Complio Account

Forsyth Tech uses a compliance tracking system called Complio, which helps students manage required documentation for program eligibility.

• Visit forsythtechcompliance.com to set up your account.
• Select “Magnetic Resonance Imaging” and choose the “New Student Bundle.”
• The $95 fee covers the compliance package, background check, and access to tracking tools.
• Once your account is activated, the background check will be initiated, and the drug screen will be scheduled. You will receive an email from COMPLIOto take with you to your drug screening appointment.
• Complio provides video tutorials and a direct helpline for assistance.

Step 2: Complete the Magnetic Resonance Screening Form for Students and submit it to Vera Kimbrell, Program Coordinator.

Step 3: Once your Complio package purchase and screening form completion is confirmed, your name will be placed on the approved to register list.  The program currently limits enrollment to the first ten (10) students that meet entry requirements on a first-come, first-served basis.  If seats are available, you will be contacted directly with enrollment information.  If seats are not available, your information will be held until the next available course.

Accepted students must provide documentation of the following immunizations and screenings:

• Hepatitis B
  • Total of 3 vaccinations OR
  • Lab report showing positive blood titer OR
  • Signed Hepatitis B declination form.
• MMR
  • Total of 2 vaccinations OR
  • Lab report showing positive blood titer for measles, mumps, and rubella.
• Tdap/Td
  • Total of 1 vaccination within the last 10 years.
• Tuberculosis (TB) Test
  • Two negative TB skin tests within the past 12 months (administered 7–21 days apart), OR
  • One negative QuantiFERON or T-Spot (IGRA) blood test within the past 12 months, OR
  • Negative chest X-ray within the past 5 years (for students with a prior positive test), plus written provider evaluation within the last 12 months if the X-ray is over one year old.
• Varicella
  • Total of 2 vaccinations OR Lab report showing positive blood titer.
• Annual Flu Vaccine
  • Required for all classes held between October and March.

Vera Kimbrell, Program Coordinator, Magnetic Resonance Imaging Program.  vkimbrell@forsythtech.edu / 336.734.7286