What do the radiology team members do?
• physicians The radiology team is led by one or more radiologists, who are physicians specializing in the field of radiology. Radiologists are responsible for interpreting the results of examinations, performing interventional radiologic procedures, imaging, conferring and consulting with physicians in other specialties, and ensuring the overall quality performance of the entire radiology team. • technologists Radiologic technologists are responsible for performing most types of radiologic examinations, including x-rays, CT scans, MRI scans, mammograms, and ultrasound procedures. Technologists receive formal training lasting from one to four years. In addition to training in the various radiology modalities, radiologic technology students also study human anatomy and physiology, chemistry, and other pertinent subjects. Once a radiologic technology student completes training in an approved training program, he/she may undergo additional study or training in order to specialize in a par