# 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. - Code: 29-2034.00 (O*NET-SOC; SOC 2018 29-2034) - Family: [Healthcare Practitioners](https://foundation.org.ai/occupations#family-29), one of its 96 occupations - Tasks: 30 tasks (27 core and 3 not rated) - Page: https://foundation.org.ai/occupations/29-2034.00 - JSON: https://foundation.org.ai/data/tasks/29-2034.00.json ## What the work is made of 1. Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination. Core task · Task 22807 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 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 task · Task 22804 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 3. Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician. Core task · Task 22816 · Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022 4. Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan. Core task · Task 22808 · Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022 5. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff. Core task · Task 22806 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 6. Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Core task · Task 22802 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 7. Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians. Core task · Task 22809 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 8. Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist. Core task · Task 22826 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 9. Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods. Core task · Task 22805 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 10. Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside. Core task · Task 22818 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 11. Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards. Core task · Task 22812 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 12. Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes. Core task · Task 22803 · Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022 13. Operate digital picture archiving communications systems. Core task · Task 22814 · Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022 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 task · Task 22820 · Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022 15. Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures. Core task · Task 22817 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 16. Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports. Core task · Task 22819 · Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022 17. Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories. Core task · Task 22811 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 18. Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images. Core task · Task 22810 · Rated by 74 people who do the job, August 2022 19. Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest. Core task · Task 22827 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 20. Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready. Core task · Task 22813 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 21. Transport patients to or from exam rooms. Core task · Task 22815 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 22. Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance. Core task · Task 22825 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 23. Maintain a current file of examination protocols. Core task · Task 22823 · Rated by 60 people who do the job, August 2022 24. Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films. Core task · Task 22824 · Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022 25. Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor. Core task · Task 22822 · Rated by 59 people who do the job, August 2022 26. Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals. Core task · Task 22828 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 27. Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill or injured patients or patients with disabilities. Core task · Task 22821 · Rated by 75 people who do the job, August 2022 28. Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians. Not rated · Task 22829 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 29. Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules. Not rated · Task 22830 · Listed by O*NET analysts, November 2020 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. 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