Radiologic Technologists
Industry Areas
Day-to-Day Tasks
- Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
- Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
- Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Military
Radiologic technicians work in hospitals and clinics. In combat situations, they may work in mobile field hospitals. They follow strict safety procedures to minimize exposure to radiation.
Workweek Breakdown
The hours worked per week by people currently pursuing this career.
- 1.99% (0-20 Hours)
- 19.55% (21-34 Hours)
- 12.02% (35-39 Hours)
- 62.86% (40 Hours)
- 0.34% (41-49 Hours)
- 3.24% (Over 50 Hours)
This data also pertains to Radiologic Technologists(29-2030)
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Business Breakdown
The different sectors people in this career currently work in.
- 62.63% (Private For-Profit)
- 29.03% (Private Not For-Profit)
- 4.43% (State and Local Govt)
- 2.37% (Federal Government)
- 1.54% (Self-Employed)
This data also pertains to Diagnostic Related Technologists And Technicians
Military Breakdown
The number of people who currently hold this career in the Military.
1,678 Radiologic Technologists in the military