What do radiologic technicians do?
Radiology is the field of medicine that uses radioactive materials and energy to make images of muscles, bones, organs and other tissues inside the human body. Radiologic technicians are responsible for administering these diagnostic tests.FeaturesRadiologic technicians explain the process of a diagnostic test and operate the equipment used for the test, following the orders of the prescribing physician.TypesRadiologic technicians typically specialize in one type of testing, such as X-rays, magnetic resonance imaging tests, or MRIs, computerized tomography, or CT scans or mammograms.Time FrameRadiologic technicians work in physicians’ offices or outpatient testing centers typically work only daylight, weekday hours. Because radiology departments of hospitals usually operate 24 hours per day, radiologic technicians who work in these facilities may be required to work evening, night and weekend hours.EducationThe most common educational program for radiologic technicians is a two-year as
