Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Representative tasks

• Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
• Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
• Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
• Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
• Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
• Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
• Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.

Software and tools