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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Fixing1
Perform radiographic examinations
+Image the right hand for John Peters with two AP and oblique radiographs, confirm the prescribed exposure…
Perform radiographic examinations
+Image the right hand for John Peters with two AP and oblique radiographs, confirm the prescribed exposure factors for his cast, document patient ID and views taken, then route the images to the radiologist for read.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Perform a thyroid uptake scan on Ms. Ahmed, draw and verify the syringe dose before administration, position…
Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Perform a thyroid uptake scan on Ms. Ahmed, draw and verify the syringe dose before administration, position her supine with neck extended, acquire the timed planar images, and record administered activity and patient vitals.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Complete head CT and chest radiographs for Mr. Gomez: register his identifiers, ensure contrast protocol for…
Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Complete head CT and chest radiographs for Mr. Gomez: register his identifiers, ensure contrast protocol for the CT is set, confirm renal function before contrast, perform non‑contrast head then contrast chest, and send all series to the radiologist.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementDiagnostic image reviewjob descriptionsO*NET
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Plan diagnostic imaging examinations
+Map the imaging plan for Mrs. Singh's abdominal pain: order an ultrasound first, schedule CT abdomen with IV…
Plan diagnostic imaging examinations
+Map the imaging plan for Mrs. Singh's abdominal pain: order an ultrasound first, schedule CT abdomen with IV contrast if ultrasound inconclusive, flag anticoagulation status and fasting requirement, and notify the ED clinician of the timeline.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRESCOjob descriptions
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Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Deliver the daily treatment plan for Mr. Allen's prostate radiotherapy: verify target contours with the…
Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Deliver the daily treatment plan for Mr. Allen's prostate radiotherapy: verify target contours with the radiation oncologist, set fractionation 20 fractions, confirm immobilization device fits, log planned dose and schedule first fraction for Monday morning.
The tools that do the workMEDITECHO*NETWikipedia
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Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest x-ray process to 68-year-old Maria Ruiz, describe what positioning and breath holds I will…
Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest x-ray process to 68-year-old Maria Ruiz, describe what positioning and breath holds I will ask for, reassure her about minimal radiation, answer her questions about implants, and document her verbal consent before imaging.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsWikipedia
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Pharmaceutical products
+Review the current radiopharmaceutical inventory list, confirm lot numbers, expiration dates and storage…
Pharmaceutical products
+Review the current radiopharmaceutical inventory list, confirm lot numbers, expiration dates and storage temperatures against the medication administration record, flag any discrepancies to Pharmacy and update the inventory log before end of shift today.
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Comply with legislation related to health care
+Audit today's imaging consent forms and patient identifiers against the provincial health regulations…
Comply with legislation related to health care
+Audit today's imaging consent forms and patient identifiers against the provincial health regulations checklist, note any noncompliance, notify the department manager and risk officer by noon, and file the corrected forms in the departmental compliance folder.
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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 during Dr. Patel’s femoral artery catheterization, keep the field and sterility,…
Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
+Operate the fluoroscope during Dr. Patel’s femoral artery catheterization, keep the field and sterility, adjust image and table to clearly show wire tip progression, call out position changes and radiation time so he can advance catheter safely.
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.
+Run the orientation shift for Sara, the new tech, at 7am: demonstrate contrast setup, record two supervised…
Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
+Run the orientation shift for Sara, the new tech, at 7am: demonstrate contrast setup, record two supervised fluoroscopy cases, give written feedback to Lisa the supervisor by end of day about Sara’s sterile technique and areas needing repetition.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Update the protocol file with Dr. Nguyen’s revisions: add the new CT angiography injection rates, verify dose…
Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Update the protocol file with Dr. Nguyen’s revisions: add the new CT angiography injection rates, verify dose thresholds and table positions, save the revised protocol and notify the imaging team by noon tomorrow.
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.
+Complete today’s equipment QC log for the angiography suite, run the detector calibration, record exposure…
Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
+Complete today’s equipment QC log for the angiography suite, run the detector calibration, record exposure and timer values, and email the malfunction report to Engineering and to Mark, the lead tech, if any parameter falls outside tolerance.
The tools that do the workFilm processor tracking and managementO*NET
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Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
+Create the staffing plan for Saturday to keep the CT and X‑ray bays moving: assign Jennifer to CT, Ben to…
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
+Create the staffing plan for Saturday to keep the CT and X‑ray bays moving: assign Jennifer to CT, Ben to trauma X‑ray, float Alex to portable exams, and note lunch relief so patient flow meets the 30‑minute goal per intake.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Before each chest and abdominal series, place the lead shield over the patient’s gonadal area, use thyroid…
Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Before each chest and abdominal series, place the lead shield over the patient’s gonadal area, use thyroid collar on children and pregnant staff, verify shielding position while explaining to the patient why it is needed.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptions
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Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Monitor Ms. Alvarez during her chest CT, watch for adverse reactions to the contrast, record vital signs…
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Monitor Ms. Alvarez during her chest CT, watch for adverse reactions to the contrast, record vital signs every five minutes, call the radiologist immediately if blood pressure rises over 20 mmHg or she reports breathing difficulty, and note all actions in the patient record.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Prepare and run the abdominal CT protocol for Mr. Thompson, confirm IV line patency and contrast type, set…
Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Prepare and run the abdominal CT protocol for Mr. Thompson, confirm IV line patency and contrast type, set exposure parameters for his body habitus, verify ALARA positioning, and flag any motion artifacts for immediate repeat.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementjob descriptionsO*NET
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Keep detailed patient records
+Update Caroline Nguyen's exam record with today's procedures, include contrast lot number and dose, enter…
Keep detailed patient records
+Update Caroline Nguyen's exam record with today's procedures, include contrast lot number and dose, enter measured vitals and patient allergy status, attach the final images, and sign the entry so it is audit-ready.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Position patient on examining table
+Help lift and position Mr. Patel onto the fluoroscopy table for a hip series, explain the steps to him,…
Position patient on examining table
+Help lift and position Mr. Patel onto the fluoroscopy table for a hip series, explain the steps to him, confirm comfort, request an extra tech from the front desk if he needs assistance transferring, and document who assisted.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewjob descriptionsO*NET
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Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Check the day’s schedule with Jenna at reception, reassign the portable chest for Ward B, tell Lucas to cover…
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Check the day’s schedule with Jenna at reception, reassign the portable chest for Ward B, tell Lucas to cover the mammography slot at 11:30, and send a quick update to the charge technologist if any delays exceed 15 minutes.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft OfficeO*NET
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Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Compile Maya Rivera's imaging encounter: pull the study images, list procedures performed, record contrast…
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Compile Maya Rivera's imaging encounter: pull the study images, list procedures performed, record contrast and medication administered with lot numbers, note complications or delays, export a one-page report for the radiologist to sign, and file it in the chart.
The tools that do the workFilm processor tracking and managementElectronic medical record EMRO*NET
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Diagnostic image review
+Finalize today’s diagnostic image review for Dr. Patel: flag the three chest radiographs with motion…
Diagnostic image review
+Finalize today’s diagnostic image review for Dr. Patel: flag the three chest radiographs with motion artifact, attach my technologist notes, confirm exposure settings, and sign the record before the 5 PM shift handover.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewO*NET
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