Radiographer

Description

Operates X-ray and other medical imaging equipment to produce images for medical diagnostic purposes.

Description

Operate X-ray and other radiation producing and imaging equipment for diagnostic, monitoring and treatment purposes under the direction of Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners.

Tasks include

• Operates a variety of imaging equipment such as X-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans, nuclear scans and ultrasound, to produce diagnostic images
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during imaging procedures
• Positions and adjusts patients and selects appropriate image techniques and settings to achieve optimal image quality
• Evaluates images for technical quality and accuracy
• Collaborates with Radiologists and other Medical Practitioners to interpret and analyse imaging results
• Prepares findings for medical practitioners to interpret for medical diagnostic purposes