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Job Description

Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 29-2034.00
The Mean Annual Wage in the U.S. is $ 59,260.00
The Mean Hourly Wage is $ 28.00
Currently, there are 200,650 people on this job

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Radiologic Technologists”.

Also Known As…

Tasks for “Ultrasound Technologist”

Measure thickness of section to be radiographed, using instruments similar to measuring tapes.
Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
Perform scheduled maintenance or minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
Prepare and administer oral or injected contrast media to patients.
Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
Collaborate with other medical team members, such as physicians or nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
Perform administrative duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.
Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
Demonstrate new equipment, procedures, or techniques to staff and provide technical assistance.
Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
Remove and process film.
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists.
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality.

Related Technology & Tools

Film processing equipment
Radiation measurement badges
Magnetic tape recorders
Scan converters
Portable film processors
Portable densitometers
Cylinders
Digital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM system equipment
Tabletop film processors
Portable x ray machines
Intravenous IV locks
Cushions
Straps
Fluoroscopes
Image capturing and transmission systems
Picture archiving and communication systems PACS
Intravenous IV tubing
Computed tomography CT scanners
Venipuncture needles
Automatic x ray film processors
Syringes
Film cassettes
Oxygen equipment
Diaphragms
Electrocardiography EKG units
Positron emission tomography/computed tomography PET/CT scanners
Compression bands
Magnetic resonance imaging MRI audio and visual intercommunication systems
Enema equipment
Intensifying screens
Automated defibrillators
Patient immobilizing devices
Portable ultrasound scanners
X ray beam restriction devices
Filters
Rapid film changers
Intramuscular needles
X ray imaging charge-coupled device CCD cameras
Sandbags
Mobile image amplifier C-arms
Computed tomography CT audio and visual intercommunication systems
Desktop computers
Image storage systems
X ray image intensifier television systems
Personal computers
Electronic blood pressure units
Intravenous IV syringes
Self-contained film processors
Cones
Vacutainer tubes
Mercury blood pressure units
X ray machines
Tourniquets
Radiation protection devices
Digital transmission densitometers
Tablet computers
Subcutaneous hypodermic needles
Power injectors
X ray calipers
Over-the-needle intravenous IV catheters
Diagnostic ultrasound equipment
X ray bone densitometers
Hypodermic needles
Collimators
Grids
Notebook computers
Medical magnetic resonance imaging MRI equipment

Film processor tracking and management software
Information management subsystem software
Structured data entry software
Information systems integration software
Practice management software PMS
Virtual reality computed tomography CT imaging software
Diagnostic image review software
Medical software
Diagnostic and procedural coding software
Medical procedure coding software
Digital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality management software
Internet or intranet image distribution software
Microsoft Office
MEDITECH software
Electronic medical record EMR software