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Job Description
CT/MRI technologists are radiographers that specialize in the use of specialized equipment to visualize cross-sectional anatomical structures and aid physicians in the demonstration of pathologies and disease processes.
A person in this career:
- Operates of CT scanners and MRI scanners
- Keys commands and data into a computer to document and specify scan sequences
- Monitors video display of the area being scanned and adjusts the contrast to improve picture quality
- Monitors the use of radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety (CT only)
- Positions patients on the examining table
- Reviews and evaluates images and computer-generated information for technical quality
- Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and get their cooperation
- Sets up examination rooms and makes sure that all necessary equipment is ready
- Monitors patients’ conditions and reactions and reports abnormal signs to a physician
Working Conditions and Physical Demands:
- Handle loads of up to 10 lbs., sometimes up to 30 lbs. You might do a lot of lifting, walking, and standing, or use your arms to control machines, equipment or tools
- Work in this occupation involves use of protective items such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, full suit protection, or radiation protection
- Work in this occupation involves sitting most of the time
- Exposure to disease and infections more than once per month through work such as patient care, laboratory work, and sanitation control
- Exposure to radiation more than once a month (CT)
Working in this career involves (physical activities):
- Speaking clearly enough to be able to be understood by others
- Seeing clearly up close
- Identifying and understanding the speech of another person
- Seeing clearly at a distance
- Identifying color and seeing differences in color, including shades and brightness
Work hours may include:
- Irregular hours
- Weekend work
Career at a Glance
Salary Range
$54,184 to $67,600
Skills Needed
Enjoy hands-on manual activities
Good math and science skills .
Enjoys helping people
Job Duties
Use specialized equipment to produce images of human body from cross-sectional perspective.
Direct Patient care
Work Locations
Hospitals, clinics
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