How do they match: 29-2034.00 - 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.
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.
Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
Provide students or other technicians and technologists with suggestions of additional views, alternate positioning, or improved techniques to ensure the images produced are of the highest quality.
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
Transport patients to or from exam rooms.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.

Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.
Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.
Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
Move patients to or from treatment areas.
Position patients for treatment or examination.
Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
Record patient medical histories.
Schedule patient procedures or appointments.
Supervise patient care personnel.

How do they match: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians