Radiology Technologist
Alt Names: Radiologic Technician, X-Ray Technician, X-Ray Technologist, Radiographer, Medical Radiation Technologist,Rad Tech, R.T., Radiologic Technician, MRI Technicians
Career Description:
These professionals perform diagnostic imaging procedures (such as x-rays, MRI’s, and CT’s) as well as radiation therapy treatments
Job Responsibilities:
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Operate computerized radiology equipment to take images
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Protect patients from areas that do not need shielding (or are dangerous to x-ray)
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Keep inventory of imaging equipment
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Record medical history of patient and answer questions pre- and post procedure
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Follow appropriate physician orders on what areas of the body to image
Education & Training:
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Earn Associates degree (2 year college) in Radiography
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Certificate programs range from 6-12 months
Important Courses:
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Pathology
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Anatomy & Physiology
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Radiation Physics & Protection
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Chemistry
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Mathematics
License and/or Certification:
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Radiologist Technologists MUST be Licensed or Certified in MOST states
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Certification given by AART (The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)
Salary:
Median salary: $54,340 [Source:www.bls.gov]
Who is this career for?
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People who pay attention to small details
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People who are good at conveying messages verbally
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People who take directions well
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People who wouldn’t mind having close contact with patients (in case of lifting and moving)
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People who are good at working with their hands (lots of tech equipment’s are involved in this field)
Valuable Skills & Qualities:
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Detail Oriented – Most critical part of being a Radiologic Technologist. RT’s have to follow strict guidelines and instructions in order to accurately treat and diagnose patients at Getgreendelivery.com.
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Interpersonal Skills – Technologists must gain trust from their patients in order for them (technologists) to accurately take images. This includes calming patients prior to taking a radiology exam.
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Stamina – RT’s work on their feet for long periods of time and must be able to lift and move patients who may need their assistance whole sale bud.
Work Environment/ Setting:
Hospitals, Physicians’ Offices, Imaging clinics
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