Radiologic Technologists

Course Advisor; United States; On-site; USD 40,630 - 86,350; Full time

Job summary

Course Advisor is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to perform x-rays and CAT scans as part of patient diagnostic procedures. This role requires collaboration with medical staff, excellent communication skills, and knowledge of imaging technologies. Successful candidates will manage imaging equipment settings and ensure patient comfort and safety. The average salary for this position in the United States ranges from $40,630 to $86,350 annually, with demand for skilled professionals projected to grow significantly through 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of x-ray and CAT scan procedures.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with medical team members.
• Skilled in patient interaction and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Take x-rays and CAT scans for diagnostic purposes.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses during procedures.
• Monitor and adjust imaging equipment settings as needed.

Skills

Active Listening

Speaking

Reading Comprehension

Writing

Social Perceptiveness

Critical Thinking

Tools

Microsoft Office

MEDITECH software

Electronic medical record EMR software

Diagnostic and procedural coding software

Job description

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.

Below is a list of the skills most Radiologic Technologists say are important on the job.

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.

Other Radiologic Technologist Job Titles

• Computed Tomography Radiologic Technologist (CT RT)
• Imaging Specialist
• Staff Technologist
• Ultrasound Technologist
• Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist)

Is There Going to be Demand for Radiologic Technologists?

There were about 205,200 jobs for Radiologic Technologist in 2016 (in the United States). New jobs are being produced at a rate of 12.3% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 25,300 new jobs for Radiologic Technologist by 2026. Due to new job openings and attrition, there will be an average of 13,600 job openings in this field each year.

The states with the most job growth for Radiologic Technologist are Utah, Arizona, and Colorado. Watch out if you plan on working in Illinois, Rhode Island, or Mississippi. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

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.

What Tools & Technology do Radiologic Technologists Use?

Although they’re not necessarily needed for all jobs, the following technologies are used by many Radiologic Technologists:

• Microsoft Office
• MEDITECH software
• Medical procedure coding software
• Medical condition coding software
• Electronic medical record EMR software
• Practice management software PMS
• Diagnostic and procedural coding software
• Information systems integration software
• Medical software
• Structured data entry software
• Internet or intranet image distribution software
• Diagnostic image review software
• Information management subsystem software
• Film processor tracking and management software
• Digital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality management software
• Virtual reality computed tomography CT imaging software