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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.

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30 tasks27 core, 3 not rated
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Code
29-2034.00SOC 2018: 29-2034

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  1. Task 1. Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.Core taskTask 22807Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  2. Task 2. Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.Core taskTask 22804Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  3. Task 3. Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.Core taskTask 22816Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022
  4. Task 4. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.Core taskTask 22808Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022
  5. Task 5. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.Core taskTask 22806Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  6. Task 6. Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.Core taskTask 22802Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  7. Task 7. Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.Core taskTask 22809Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  8. Task 8. Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.Core taskTask 22826Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  9. Task 9. Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.Core taskTask 22805Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  10. Task 10. Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.Core taskTask 22818Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  11. Task 11. Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.Core taskTask 22812Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  12. Task 12. Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.Core taskTask 22803Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022
  13. Task 13. Operate digital picture archiving communications systems.Core taskTask 22814Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022
  14. Task 14. 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.Core taskTask 22820Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022
  15. Task 15. Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.Core taskTask 22817Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  16. Task 16. Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.Core taskTask 22819Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022
  17. Task 17. Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.Core taskTask 22811Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  18. Task 18. Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.Core taskTask 22810Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022
  19. Task 19. Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.Core taskTask 22827Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  20. Task 20. Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.Core taskTask 22813Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  21. Task 21. Transport patients to or from exam rooms.Core taskTask 22815Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  22. Task 22. Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.Core taskTask 22825Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  23. Task 23. Maintain a current file of examination protocols.Core taskTask 22823Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022
  24. Task 24. Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.Core taskTask 22824Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022
  25. Task 25. Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.Core taskTask 22822Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022
  26. Task 26. Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.Core taskTask 22828Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  27. Task 27. Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill or injured patients or patients with disabilities.Core taskTask 22821Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022
  28. Task 28. Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.Not ratedTask 22829Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  29. Task 29. Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.Not ratedTask 22830Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020
  30. Task 30. 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.Not ratedTask 22831Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020

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