How do they match: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

  • Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.
  • Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
  • Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
  • Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
  • Perform procedures, such as linear tomography, mammography, sonograms, joint and cyst aspirations, routine contrast studies, routine fluoroscopy, or examinations of the head, trunk, or extremities under supervision of physician.
  • Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.
  • 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 to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.
  • Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.

  • Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.