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.
<ul><li>Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.</li><li>Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.</li><li>Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.</li><li>Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.</li><li>Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.</li><li>Position and immobilize patient on examining table.</li><li>Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.</li><li>Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.</li><li>Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.</li><li>Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.</li><li>Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality.</li><li>Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.</li><li>Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists.</li><li>Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.</li></ul>