Radiologic Technologist Responsibilities:

• Preparing examination rooms for patient examinations.
• Administering radiopharmaceuticals to obtain clear, usable images.
• Positioning patients and equipment, explaining the procedures, and ensuring patients' comfort.
• Inserting commands and data into the computer to document and specify the scan sequences, and monitoring the video display to adjust the density or contrast.
• Monitoring patients during examinations, ensuring their safety, and following procedures prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation.
• Producing diagnostic images, reporting important information to the Physician, and updating patients' records.
• Organizing the daily procedure schedules for emergencies and monitoring radiographic supplies.
• Performing administrative tasks, such as answering technical questions, scheduling appointments, and offering pre-procedure advice.
• Performing scheduled maintenance and emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.

Radiologic Technologist Requirements:

• An associate's or bachelor's degree in radiology.
• A license to practice radiography.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, and compassion.
• Good mathematical abilities and technical skills
• Good organizational, time management, and analytical abilities, and attention to detail.
• The ability to lift heavy weights without assistance.