Radiologic Technologist

5 hours ago


HI United States Course Advisor Full time

What You Need to Know About Radiologic Technologist

Job Description: Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient’s blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

A Day in the Life of a Radiologic Technologist
  • Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
  • Collaborate with other medical team members, such as physicians or nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
  • Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
  • Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
  • Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
  • Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality.
Skills Required for Radiologic Technologists

Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Social Perceptiveness : Being aware of others’ reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Radiologic Technologist Average Salary

The typical yearly salary for Radiologic Technologists is somewhere between $40,630 and $86,350.

Radiologic Technologists who work in California, District of Columbia, or Hawaii , make the highest salaries.

How do I Become a Radiologic Technologist?

What education or degrees do I need to become a Radiologic Technologist?

Where Radiologic Technologists Are Employed

The table below shows the approximate number of Radiologic Technologists employed by various industries.

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