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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Analysing5
Perform radiographic examinations
+Perform radiographic exams for Mrs. Ana Morales, age 68, for chest and left hip today; confirm order, check…
Perform radiographic examinations
+Perform radiographic exams for Mrs. Ana Morales, age 68, for chest and left hip today; confirm order, check pregnancy status, set exposure parameters to minimize dose, position and shield appropriately, acquire images, verify image quality, and log completed exam in the patient record before end of shift.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Perform the thyroid uptake and scan for David Lee this morning: confirm the radiopharmaceutical and dosage,…
Conduct nuclear medicine examinations
+Perform the thyroid uptake and scan for David Lee this morning: confirm the radiopharmaceutical and dosage, verify informed consent and allergy status, measure and record administered activity, follow radiation safety protocols, acquire timed images, and alert the radiologist to any abnormal tracer distribution immediately.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRDiagnostic image reviewjob descriptionsO*NETWikipedia
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Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Take x-rays and CT scans for trauma patient Mr. Omar Khan: perform AP chest and pelvic radiographs, then…
Take x-rays and CAT scans
+Take x-rays and CT scans for trauma patient Mr. Omar Khan: perform AP chest and pelvic radiographs, then proceed to axial CT of abdomen and pelvis with contrast per order, ensure IV access, screen for contrast allergies, monitor vitals, confirm image quality, and upload all studies to the imaging archive before transfer to ED.
The tools that do the workDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Plan diagnostic imaging examinations
+Plan diagnostic imaging for Ms. Elena Ruiz with suspected appendicitis: review prior notes and labs, decide…
Plan diagnostic imaging examinations
+Plan diagnostic imaging for Ms. Elena Ruiz with suspected appendicitis: review prior notes and labs, decide CT abdomen/pelvis with contrast as first line, provide pre-scan instructions about fasting and IV access, estimate radiation dose, schedule slot for tomorrow morning, and notify radiologist of clinical urgency.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRDiagnostic and procedural codingESCOjob descriptions
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Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Carry out radiotherapy fraction for Mr. Alan Park with prostate carcinoma: verify treatment plan and daily…
Carry out radiotherapy procedures for disease treatment
+Carry out radiotherapy fraction for Mr. Alan Park with prostate carcinoma: verify treatment plan and daily positioning, perform image-guided localization, confirm prescribed dose and machine settings with the physicist note, deliver fraction while monitoring patient comfort, and document completion and any deviations in the treatment record.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewElectronic medical record EMRO*NETWikipedia
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Get approval1
Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest x-ray procedure to Mrs. Priya Singh: outline why we need the study, what she will feel, how…
Explain procedures to patients
+Explain the chest x-ray procedure to Mrs. Priya Singh: outline why we need the study, what she will feel, how long positioning and holds will take, the low radiation risk compared with benefits, ask about pregnancy risk, answer her questions, and obtain verbal consent before proceeding.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsWikipedia
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The daily work15
Pharmaceutical products
+Record the batch numbers, expiration dates, and lot documentation for the contrast agents and…
Pharmaceutical products
+Record the batch numbers, expiration dates, and lot documentation for the contrast agents and radiopharmaceuticals used this week, confirm inventory matches pharmacy receipt, flag any discrepancies for the department head and pharmacy by Wednesday, and attach the supplier invoices.
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Comply with legislation related to health care
+Audit last quarter's radiology encounters against consent forms, dose logs and image retention schedules,…
Comply with legislation related to health care
+Audit last quarter's radiology encounters against consent forms, dose logs and image retention schedules, record any missing or noncompliant items with patient MRN and exam date, prepare a one-page exception report for the compliance officer and copy Dr. Hernandez by Friday.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRDiagnostic image reviewESCOsee the evidence ↗
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Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Monitor Mr. Alvarez and the two post-flu patients during chest imaging, watch for distress, note oxygen…
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions
+Monitor Mr. Alvarez and the two post-flu patients during chest imaging, watch for distress, note oxygen saturation and contrast reactions every five minutes, call the nurse and halt the procedure if wheeze, rash, hypotension, or altered consciousness appear.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Prepare and run the computed radiography sequence for Mrs. Chen’s lumbar series, confirm exposure settings…
Operate computerized imaging equipment
+Prepare and run the computed radiography sequence for Mrs. Chen’s lumbar series, confirm exposure settings for her weight and prior imaging, verify immobilization and shielding, start acquisition, and stop immediately if equipment fault or patient pain occurs.
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. Patel’s imaging note: record time of scan, projections taken, contrast administered, dose…
Keep detailed patient records
+Complete Mr. Patel’s imaging note: record time of scan, projections taken, contrast administered, dose estimates, patient reactions, and signed technician name, then file it to his active chart so radiologist can read tomorrow morning.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptionsO*NET
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Position patient on examining table
+Position Ms. Rivera supine for abdominal radiographs, center the cassette at the iliac crest, align…
Position patient on examining table
+Position Ms. Rivera supine for abdominal radiographs, center the cassette at the iliac crest, align midsagittal plane, apply lead shielding to gonads, instruct deep inspiration hold, and adjust if she reports pain or cannot follow commands.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewjob descriptionsO*NET
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Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Coordinate with front desk and technologist Jordan to transfer Mr. Lewis to CT at 10:15, confirm his fasting…
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
+Coordinate with front desk and technologist Jordan to transfer Mr. Lewis to CT at 10:15, confirm his fasting and contrast consent are on file, reserve the stretcher and notify nursing of his mobility needs so there’s no delay.
The tools that do the workMEDITECHO*NET
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Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Compile today’s radiology log: extract all exams, note procedure codes, contrast volumes, any adverse events,…
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
+Compile today’s radiology log: extract all exams, note procedure codes, contrast volumes, any adverse events, attach corresponding images and technologist notes, generate the daily report and send to Dr. Malik and billing by close of shift.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic and procedural codingElectronic medical record EMRO*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 during Dr. Patel’s interventional case, keep the C-arm aligned so the guidewire…
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 interventional case, keep the C-arm aligned so the guidewire advances smoothly to the target lesion, notify Dr. Patel immediately if contrast flow, patient vitals, or image quality change, and record dose metrics afterwards.
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.
+Pair with new tech Maria on the angiography rotation today, demonstrate sterile tray set up, watch her…
Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
+Pair with new tech Maria on the angiography rotation today, demonstrate sterile tray set up, watch her perform three vascular punctures, give immediate corrective coaching on hand position and radiation safety, then debrief and email my written assessment to Lisa in education.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Update the master exam protocol file so the femoral and radial angiography protocols reflect current contrast…
Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
+Update the master exam protocol file so the femoral and radial angiography protocols reflect current contrast volumes, projection sequences, and dose limits, review with Dr. Patel for sign-off, and save the approved protocol in the department protocol folder.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordDigital Imaging Communications in Medicine DICOM software/modality managementO*NET
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Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
+Run daily QC on the fluoroscope, log detector calibration and exposure readings, flag any drift or error…
Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
+Run daily QC on the fluoroscope, log detector calibration and exposure readings, flag any drift or error codes to my supervisor Janice immediately, remove the unit from service if readings exceed safe thresholds, and document actions taken.
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 today’s staffing plan assigning Sam to the angio room, Priya to general radiography, and float…
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
+Create today’s staffing plan assigning Sam to the angio room, Priya to general radiography, and float coverage for breaks so wait times stay under twenty minutes and daily production targets remain achievable; notify staff of assignments and rationales.
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Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Before each exposure, drape and place a lead shield over the patient’s gonadal region and use a thyroid…
Shield exposed areas during imaging
+Before each exposure, drape and place a lead shield over the patient’s gonadal region and use a thyroid collar for any accompanying staff, confirm shielding position on the scout image, and log the shielding step in the procedure note.
The tools that do the workElectronic medical record EMRjob descriptions
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Diagnostic image review
+Finish the diagnostic image review for Mrs. Gomez’s chest series: mark the oblique as limited, record the…
Diagnostic image review
+Finish the diagnostic image review for Mrs. Gomez’s chest series: mark the oblique as limited, record the exposure and marker placement, add my technologist comment that clinical correlation is advised, and complete the record before the end of shift.
The tools that do the workDiagnostic image reviewO*NET
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