MRI technologist licensing in New Hampshire
New Hampshire does not require a specific state license for MRI technologists. MRI uses magnetic fields, not ionizing radiation, so it falls outside most state radiologic technology licensing requirements. Employers require national certification through ARRT or ARMRIT.
Both ARRT and ARMRIT certifications are accepted by most New Hampshire employers. The MRI staffing shortage has made facilities across the state increasingly flexible about certification type, with outpatient imaging centers and community hospitals leading the way in accepting ARMRIT-certified technologists.
Key Takeaway
New Hampshire does not require a state license for MRI technologists. Employers require national certification (ARRT or ARMRIT), and both are widely accepted across the state.
MRI tech programs in New Hampshire
Tesla MR Institute (hybrid, statewide)
Tesla MR Institute’s program is designed for people entering MRI directly, including career changers and healthcare workers without radiology backgrounds.
Key details:
- Duration: 12-18 months
- Prerequisite: None. No prior radiology credentials required.
- Format: Online didactic coursework combined with in-person clinical rotations at local New Hampshire sites
- Clinical sites in New Hampshire: 11+ facilities across the state
- Certification: Prepares for ARMRIT certification
- Cost: $6,450 (full program, payment plans available)
- Strength: Accessible to career changers, flexible schedule, affordable
Traditional pathway (ARRT)
If you already hold ARRT certification in radiography or another primary modality, you can add MRI as a post-primary specialty through structured clinical experience and the ARRT MRI exam. Contact local radiologic technology programs or your employer for post-primary training opportunities in New Hampshire.
Tip
For a detailed comparison of ARRT vs ARMRIT pathways, read our ARRT vs ARMRIT comparison guide.
MRI technologist salary in New Hampshire
MRI technologists in New Hampshire earn an average of approximately $82K per year, with salaries ranging from $68K-$95K depending on metro area, experience, and facility type. The state has no income tax, which increases take-home pay.
The national median for MRI technologists is $88,180 according to May 2024 BLS data.
Entry-level MRI technologists in New Hampshire typically start at the lower end of this range. With 3-5 years of experience and specialty skills (cardiac MRI, breast MRI, pediatric), salaries move toward the upper range. Travel MRI techs working New Hampshire assignments can earn premium weekly rates.
For a deeper dive into MRI tech compensation, see our MRI technologist salary guide and salary by state breakdown.
Clinical training sites in New Hampshire
Tesla MR Institute has 10+ clinical training sites across New Hampshire, with concentrations in Derry, Manchester, Bedford, Rochester.
Most New Hampshire students are placed within 30-45 minutes of their home. The larger metro areas have the most available sites and the quickest placement timelines.
Employer Tip
If you are a facility manager in New Hampshire interested in hosting MRI training students, Tesla MR Institute partners with hospitals and imaging centers across the state. See our clinical site partnership page for details.
How to become an MRI tech in New Hampshire
Path 1: Career changers (ARMRIT)
- Confirm eligibility. You need a high school diploma or GED. Healthcare experience is preferred but not required.
- Enroll in an ARMRIT-approved program. Tesla MR Institute’s hybrid program lets you complete didactic coursework online while doing clinical rotations at a New Hampshire facility.
- Complete clinical hours. Log supervised clinical training at one of 11+ New Hampshire sites.
- Pass the ARMRIT exam. After completing your program and clinical requirements, sit for the ARMRIT certification exam.
- Apply for jobs. Your ARMRIT certification is your credential.
Path 2: Existing rad techs (ARRT post-primary)
- Confirm ARRT eligibility. You need current ARRT certification in a primary pathway.
- Complete post-primary MRI requirements. Through employer-sponsored clinical experience or structured education.
- Pass the ARRT MRI exam.
- Update your credentials. Your ARRT(MR) certification goes on your resume.
For a broader look at requirements across all states, see our state-by-state guide.
MRI licensing in New Hampshire
New Hampshire does not require a specific state license for MRI technologists. The state does not regulate MRI under its radiologic technology statutes since MRI does not involve ionizing radiation. Employers require ARRT(MR) or ARMRIT certification. Dartmouth Health, the state’s largest healthcare system, is a major credentialing standard-setter for the region.
Employers throughout New Hampshire accept both ARRT(MR) and ARMRIT certification. Tesla MR Institute’s program prepares you for the ARMRIT exam, which does not require prior X-ray credentials.
MRI salary by metro in New Hampshire
MRI technologists in New Hampshire earn $68K-$94K per year depending on location and experience. New Hampshire MRI tech salaries are slightly below the national median of $88K, though the state’s lack of income tax on earned wages and proximity to the Boston labor market provide financial advantages.
| Metro Area | Salary Range |
|---|---|
| Manchester-Nashua | $72K-$94K |
| Lebanon-Hanover (Upper Valley) | $70K-$92K |
| Concord | $68K-$88K |
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which means higher take-home pay compared to similar metros in other states.
Where MRI techs work in New Hampshire
Major healthcare employers in New Hampshire include Dartmouth Health (Dartmouth-Hitchcock), Elliot Health System, Catholic Medical Center, Concord Hospital, Wentworth-Douglass Hospital. These systems operate hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and specialty clinics across the state.
New Hampshire benefits from its lack of state income tax on earned wages, making it an attractive base for healthcare professionals who might otherwise work in neighboring Massachusetts or Vermont. Dartmouth Health (anchored by Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon) is the state’s academic medical center and a top employer for advanced imaging positions. The southern part of the state, particularly the Manchester-Nashua corridor, is functionally part of the Boston labor market, which pushes wages higher. New Hampshire’s small workforce means MRI positions can be competitive, and turnover tends to be low.
More resources
- How to become an MRI technologist — step-by-step career guide
- MRI technologist salary guide — pay by state, setting, and experience
- MRI technologist requirements — what employers verify
- ARRT vs ARMRIT certification — choose the right credential path