What it pays
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Half of all Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in the U.S. earn more than $80,110 a year — the middle 80% land between $55,980 and $118,660. About 230,490 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Radiologic Technologists and Technicians”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Professionals earn about ₹38,298 a month on average — around ₹4.6 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$80,110typical pay / year
230,490people in this work
$118,660+top 10% earn
₹4.6 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Perform radiographic examinations
+Confirm referral details and clinical indication, verify pregnancy status and consent, set exposure…
Perform radiographic examinations
+Confirm referral details and clinical indication, verify pregnancy status and consent, set exposure parameters for the requested exam, label images with patient identifiers, and log completion with radiation dose notes for the record.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Check radionuclide, activity and patient identity against the prescription, verify fasting or medication…
Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Check radionuclide, activity and patient identity against the prescription, verify fasting or medication instructions, perform the scan with appropriate shielding and timing, then document administered dose and scan quality notes.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Prepare the room and patient history, confirm CT protocol and plain radiograph views needed, select technique…
Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Prepare the room and patient history, confirm CT protocol and plain radiograph views needed, select technique factors to minimise dose, acquire images, and file labelled series with preliminary technical comments.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Deliver the prescribed radiotherapy session for Mr. Alan Reyes for left-breast carcinoma today at 14:00,…
Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Deliver the prescribed radiotherapy session for Mr. Alan Reyes for left-breast carcinoma today at 14:00, verify treatment plan, confirm consent and drug chart, set beam parameters, record delivered dose in the patient record, and flag any deviation to Dr. Patel immediately.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRDiagnostic image reviewO*NETWikipedia
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Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest CT procedure to Ms. Joanne Miller before her 09:30 slot: purpose, breath-hold instructions,…
Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest CT procedure to Ms. Joanne Miller before her 09:30 slot: purpose, breath-hold instructions, contrast risks, expected sensations, and ask her to repeat back key points and sign the consent form; note any questions and escalate clinical concerns to Dr. Singh.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsWikipedia
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Pharmaceutical products
+Order and record the ASRT-approved contrast media and injectable supplies required for Monday’s CT list,…
Pharmaceutical products
+Order and record the ASRT-approved contrast media and injectable supplies required for Monday’s CT list, verify lot numbers and expiry dates against the stock log, flag any shortfalls to Pharmacy and update the medication inventory sheet.
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Comply with legislation related to health care
+Compare the department consent and shielding procedures with current state radiation safety regulations, note…
Comply with legislation related to health care
+Compare the department consent and shielding procedures with current state radiation safety regulations, note any gaps, update the department policy document to close gaps, and send the revised policy with an action deadline to the lead radiologist and safety officer.
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Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Watch Mr. Alvarez during his IV contrast injection, record heart rate and oxygen saturations every two…
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Watch Mr. Alvarez during his IV contrast injection, record heart rate and oxygen saturations every two minutes, note any rash, dyspnea or nausea, stop the injection and call Dr. Patel immediately if signs of anaphylaxis appear.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Set up the CT gantry for a chest angiogram for Mrs. Nguyen, confirm the protocol and dose on the scanner…
Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Set up the CT gantry for a chest angiogram for Mrs. Nguyen, confirm the protocol and dose on the scanner checklist, verify patient ID and consent, run the scout, and notify Dr. Ruiz if motion or metallic artifact compromises the study.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementjob descriptionsO*NET
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Keep detailed patient records
+Complete Mr. Jackson's imaging record: enter the procedure code, update the contrast lot and dose, attach the…
Keep detailed patient records
+Complete Mr. Jackson's imaging record: enter the procedure code, update the contrast lot and dose, attach the finalized image series, and save the clinical indication, allergy status and technologist notes to the patient chart.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRDiagnostic and procedural codingjob descriptionsO*NET
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Position patient on examining table
+Help front desk triage the next arrivals: confirm scheduled ultrasound versus walk-in X‑ray, relay room…
Position patient on examining table
+Help front desk triage the next arrivals: confirm scheduled ultrasound versus walk-in X‑ray, relay room availability and prep instructions to Sarah at reception, and let Jamie on nights know about the urgent pelvic series coming in at 3:20 PM.
The tools that do the workMEDITECHjob descriptionsO*NET
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Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Send the completed technologist log to billing: include patient MRNs, exam codes, contrast lot numbers,…
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Send the completed technologist log to billing: include patient MRNs, exam codes, contrast lot numbers, timestamps, and my narrative about the limited lumbar study so clerical can attach the report and bill correctly.
The tools that do the workeClinicalWorks EHRDiagnostic and procedural codingO*NET
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Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Produce the end-of-day report: export patient demographics and exam types, reconcile film and digital studies…
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Produce the end-of-day report: export patient demographics and exam types, reconcile film and digital studies with the log, list any repeats or incidents, and save the report for the department lead before 7 PM.
The tools that do the workFilm processor tracking and managementMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
+Operate the fluoroscope while Dr. Patel advances the guidewire, maintain sterile field and radiation safety,…
Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
+Operate the fluoroscope while Dr. Patel advances the guidewire, maintain sterile field and radiation safety, adjust imaging and C-arm position to continuously visualize the wire tip, call out vessel landmarks and stop if resistance or loss of roadmap occurs.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementO*NET
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Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
+Shadow Jenna, demonstrate room setup, sterile technique, radiation safety and image acquisition on two cases,…
Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
+Shadow Jenna, demonstrate room setup, sterile technique, radiation safety and image acquisition on two cases, then give specific feedback to Tara and write a short performance note for the supervisor highlighting strengths and training gaps.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Review every protocol in the procedure binder, update contrast doses and view angles to match current…
Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Review every protocol in the procedure binder, update contrast doses and view angles to match current practice, archive superseded pages, and save the revised protocol file to the imaging procedures folder with today’s date.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OfficeO*NET
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Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
+Create today’s assignment sheet balancing angiography, fluoroscopy and CT slots, allocate breaks, note…
Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
+Create today’s assignment sheet balancing angiography, fluoroscopy and CT slots, allocate breaks, note expected turnaround times, and send the plan to the charge nurse so patient flow meets the morning production targets.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookO*NET
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Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
+Place lead shielding over gonads and thyroid for Mr. Lewis, drape the thyroid collar and lower abdomen shield…
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
+Place lead shielding over gonads and thyroid for Mr. Lewis, drape the thyroid collar and lower abdomen shield before the exposure, confirm shields do not obscure the area of interest, and document shielding used in the exam record.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRO*NET
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Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Run the weekly QC checklist on the fluoroscope, log kVp and image quality readings, tag any deviation over…
Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Run the weekly QC checklist on the fluoroscope, log kVp and image quality readings, tag any deviation over tolerance, power-cycle the unit, and notify Biomedical Engineering and my supervisor immediately if parameters remain out of spec.
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Diagnostic image review
+Complete the diagnostic image review for ward 4: annotate the two AP abdomen images with positioning…
Diagnostic image review
+Complete the diagnostic image review for ward 4: annotate the two AP abdomen images with positioning comments, note repeat request denied, attach patient identifiers, and sign off so the radiologist can finalize by noon.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementO*NET
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