How do they match: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

  • Medical Imaging Technician
  • Radiology Assistant

  • Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
  • Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
  • Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.
  • Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.

  • Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
  • Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.
  • Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
  • Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
  • Maintain medical facility records.
  • Perform clerical work in medical settings.
  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Process x-rays or other medical images.
  • Record patient medical histories.
  • Train medical providers.
  • Verify that medical activities or operations meet standards.