Radiologic Technologists and Technicians in Battle Creek, Michigan
Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.
Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians on average make:
$74,880 ($36.00/hour).
The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
75
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
increase to 76.
We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
4 every year.
The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a associate’s degree.
The typical training needed after hire is:
no additional training other than onboarding.
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Other Job Titles
3D Technologist, Angiogram Special Procedures Technologist, CAT Technologist (Computed Axial Tomography Technologist), Computed Tomography Radiologic Technologist (CT RT), Computed Tomography Technician (CT Technician), Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech), CT Radiology Technologist (Computerized Tomography Radiology Technologist), CT Scan Special Procedures Technologist (Computed Tomography Scan Special Procedures Technologist), CT Scan Tech (Computed Tomography Scan Technologist), CT Scanner Operator (Computed Tomography Scanner Operator)
Tools Used
Automated defibrillators, Automatic x ray film processors, Collimators, Compression bands, Computed tomography CT audio and visual intercommunication systems, Computed tomography CT scanners, Cones, Cushions, Cylinders, Desktop computers
Tasks
- Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
- Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
- Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
- Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.
- Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
Personality
Concern for Others, Integrity, Dependability, Cooperation, Self-Control, Attention to Detail, Stress Tolerance, Adaptability/Flexibility, Initiative, Independence
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