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Radiology Technician Job Descriptions |
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Bone densitometry technologists use a special type of x-ray equipment to measure bone mineral density at a specific anatomical site (usually the wrist, heel, spine or hip) or to calculate total body bone loss due to osteoporosis, to track the rate of bone loss over a specific period of time and to estimate the risk of fracture.
The cardiovascular-interventional radiographer uses radiation to produce images to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of vascular disease or other abnormalities, such as coronary artery disease. These individuals may inject the patient with a material that assists in visualizing the images produced.
The computed tomography technologist uses radiation and a computer to produce cross-sectional images of the body. These individuals also may inject the patient with a material that assists in visualizing the images produced.
The magnetic resonance technologist is a member of the newest specialty within the profession. MR technologists use radio waves, magnetic fields and a computer to produce images of the body tissues. They also may inject the patient with a material that assists in visualizing the images produced.
The mammographer uses radiation to produce images for screening or diagnostic procedures for detection of breast disease. These individuals also provide breast health education.
Medical dosimetrists determine how much radiation will be delivered to a tumor site. Under the supervision of a medical physicist, they calculate and generate radiation dose distributions in accordance with the treatment plan developed by the radiation oncologist. Medical dosimetrists use their knowledge of physics, anatomy and radiobiology to design optimal treatments that apply an effective dose to the targeted area while sparing normal tissue that surrounds it.
The nuclear medicine technologist administers radioactive materials (radiopharmaceuticals) to produce images for diagnosis of various disorders. Radiopharmaceuticals also may be used to treat diseases such as thyroid cancer.
Quality management technologists use standardized data collection methods, information analysis tools and data analysis methods to monitor the quality of process systems in the radiology department. They perform processor quality control tests, assess film density, monitor timer accuracy and reproducibility and identify and solve problems associated with the production of medical images.
The radiation therapist helps manage the radiation treatment of the patient with cancer and some benign conditions. This management includes daily treatment, patient support and treatment planning.
The radiographer uses radiation to produce images of the tissues, organs, bones and vessels of the body that assist in the diagnosis of disease or injury.
The sonographer uses high frequency sound waves to produce images of internal structures that assist in the diagnosis of disease or injury and fetal development. |
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