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Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Also called: Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech), Radiographer, Radiologic Technologist (RT), X-Ray Technologist (X-Ray Tech)

What they do:

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.

On the job, you would:
  • Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
  • Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
  • Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
On the job, you'll need:

Health

  • medicine and dentistry

Arts and Humanities

  • English language

Business

  • customer service
  • administrative services

Engineering and Technology

  • computers and electronics

Basic Skills

  • listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions
  • reading work related information

Social

  • understanding people's reactions
  • looking for ways to help people

Verbal

  • listen and understand what people say
  • communicate by speaking

Ideas and Logic

  • notice when problems happen
  • order or arrange things

Realistic

People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.

  • Concern for Others
  • Dependability
  • Integrity
  • Cooperation
  • Self Control
  • Attention to Detail

Medical software

  • eClinicalWorks EHR software
  • MEDITECH software

Presentation software

  • Microsoft PowerPoint

Spreadsheet software

  • Microsoft Excel

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Job Outlook

The job outlook for this position is Bright.

New job opportunities are very likely in the future. This career will grow rapidly in the next few years.

Median Annual Salary: $65,140

Education

Associate's degree or certificate after high school is usually needed.