How do they match: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.
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.
Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.
Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.
Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.

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