As they need to work with patients, physicians as well as equipment, x-ray technician's job is taken as multifaceted job. X-ray technician has to clarify the process to the patient whilst taking the x-ray pictures. They should calm the patient to be able to get them into ideal position for the shot to be taken. This involves speaking to the patients and figuring out their areas of problem, as well as sometimes collecting survey info or filing paperwork.
Similarly technician takes, develops and delivers x-ray shot to the doctors who then use it for diagnosis of the issue. Even though experienced technologists might be able to identify breaks, hernia and other issues in pictures, technicians aren't permitted to diagnose the issue.
The also have to take perfect shots by positioning the patients perfectly for diagnosis. They are also responsible for radiation safety and control the limit of the x-ray beam or place radiation protection materials such as lead aprons and vests to prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation. The job requirement may also need them to keep the patient's records and prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment or manage a radiology department.
According to the Bureau of Labor Figures, technicians might be eligible to carry out more complicated imaging methods. X-ray technicians who have sufficient experience may carry out fluoroscopy by preparing a contrast medium for the patient to drink in order for the radiologists to determine gentle tissues in patients' body. CT scans is another complicated process which produces large quantity of cross sectional x-rays of an area of the body and produces 3 dimensional picture to be examined.
With so much patient interaction, it's important that technicians have good conversation abilities to be able to professionally instruct patients, produce very clear pictures for analysis and make sure their safety from unnecessary radiation. X-ray technician must be sensitive to patients' physical and psychological requirements in addition to having a good people abilities.
The ability to work as a team member, ability to follow instructions, a good attention span and a keen eye for details are important aspects of an x-ray technician's duties. X-ray technicians also must follow physicians' orders and abide by the regulations concerning the use of radiation in order to protect themselves, their patients and their coworkers from unwanted exposure.
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