[Core] [75% incumbents] Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
  DWAs: Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment. | Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
  DWAs: Verify that medical activities or operations meet standards.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
  DWAs: Check quality of diagnostic images.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
  DWAs: Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
  DWAs: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
  DWAs: Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
  DWAs: Supervise patient care personnel.

[Core] [75% incumbents] Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill or injured patients or patients with disabilities.
  DWAs: Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
  DWAs: Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities. | Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
  DWAs: Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities. | Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
  DWAs: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
  DWAs: Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities. | Record patient medical histories.

[Core] [74% incumbents] Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
  DWAs: Enter patient or treatment data into computers.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
  DWAs: Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment. | Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use. | Position patients for treatment or examination.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
  DWAs: Analyze patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.
  DWAs: Prepare medications or medical solutions.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.
  DWAs: Process x-rays or other medical images.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.
  DWAs: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.
  DWAs: Check quality of diagnostic images. | Create advanced digital images of patients using computer imaging systems.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.
  DWAs: Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Transport patients to or from exam rooms.
  DWAs: Move patients to or from treatment areas.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
  DWAs: Train medical providers.

[Core] [60% incumbents] Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
  DWAs: Maintain medical facility records.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Operate digital picture archiving communications systems.
  DWAs: Maintain medical facility records.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Perform procedures, such as linear tomography, mammography, sonograms, joint and cyst aspirations, routine contrast studies, routine fluoroscopy, or examinations of the head, trunk, or extremities under supervision of physician.
  DWAs: Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.
  DWAs: Schedule patient procedures or appointments. | Perform clerical work in medical settings.

[Core] [59% incumbents] Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
  DWAs: Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.

[None] Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
  DWAs: Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.

[None] Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.
  DWAs: Manage healthcare operations.

[None] Provide students or other technicians and technologists with suggestions of additional views, alternate positioning, or improved techniques to ensure the images produced are of the highest quality.
  DWAs: Train medical providers.

--- SKILLS ---
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.62) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Speaking (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Monitoring (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.12 lvl:1.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  Mathematics (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:4.27 lvl:4.21) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.17 lvl:4.95) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  English Language (imp:4.14 lvl:3.69) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Computers and Electronics (imp:3.88 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Administrative (imp:3.50 lvl:3.49) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Education and Training (imp:3.40 lvl:3.55) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Public Safety and Security (imp:3.31 lvl:3.27) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Psychology (imp:3.30 lvl:4.00) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Physics (imp:3.18 lvl:3.02) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Biology (imp:3.10 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Mathematics (imp:2.91 lvl:3.15) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Administration and Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Telecommunications (imp:2.75 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Engineering and Technology (imp:2.63 lvl:2.41) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Communications and Media (imp:2.35 lvl:2.21) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:2.26 lvl:1.99) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.22 lvl:2.01) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:2.19 lvl:1.93) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Chemistry (imp:2.16 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Mechanical (imp:2.15 lvl:1.66) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Production and Processing (imp:2.09 lvl:1.88) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Transportation (imp:2.07 lvl:1.58) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Law and Government (imp:2.02 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.74 lvl:1.03) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Foreign Language (imp:1.74 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.66 lvl:1.70) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.47 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Design (imp:1.45 lvl:0.88) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Geography (imp:1.36 lvl:0.90) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  History and Archeology (imp:1.32 lvl:0.71) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Building and Construction (imp:1.15) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Fine Arts (imp:1.02) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food

--- ABILITIES ---
  Oral Comprehension (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:4.00 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.62 lvl:3.62) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.62 lvl:3.50) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.25) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.50 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.50 lvl:3.00) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.38) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Control Precision (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Written Expression (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Far Vision (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Manual Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Response Orientation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Reaction Time (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Originality (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Dynamic Strength (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:2.12 lvl:1.75) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Rate Control (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Explosive Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Peripheral Vision (imp:2.00 lvl:1.38) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.88) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.75 lvl:1.25) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.62 lvl:1.00) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.25 lvl:0.38) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:4.87 lvl:5.91) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Working with Computers (imp:4.29 lvl:3.94) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.04 lvl:5.22) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:4.04 lvl:3.70) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:4.02 lvl:4.34) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.95 lvl:5.17) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.95 lvl:4.16) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Getting Information (imp:3.90 lvl:3.32) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.85 lvl:5.03) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.82 lvl:5.07) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.81 lvl:4.18) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.75 lvl:3.56) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.69 lvl:4.44) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.69 lvl:3.87) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.45 lvl:3.87) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.43 lvl:3.43) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.42 lvl:4.15) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.38 lvl:3.29) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.27 lvl:2.86) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.24 lvl:3.77) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.04 lvl:3.15) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.02 lvl:2.75) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.97 lvl:3.56) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Processing Information (imp:2.96 lvl:2.95) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.89 lvl:3.17) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.80 lvl:3.00) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.71 lvl:2.59) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.71 lvl:2.24) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:2.67 lvl:2.65) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.60 lvl:2.53) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.58 lvl:2.44) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.51 lvl:2.10) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.46 lvl:2.49) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.39 lvl:2.07) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:2.38 lvl:2.17) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:2.33 lvl:2.03) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.27 lvl:2.17) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.27 lvl:2.13) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.06 lvl:1.59) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:1.69 lvl:1.10) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:1.55 lvl:1.02) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:5.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Cautiousness (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.77) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.65) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:2.39) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Cooperation (imp:2.26) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Empathy (imp:2.07) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Integrity (imp:1.99) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:1.80) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control (imp:1.77) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Sincerity (imp:1.60) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Social Orientation (imp:1.56) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.41) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.30) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Perseverance (imp:1.18) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.15) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:1.14) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Optimism (imp:1.10) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Empathy (imp:1.00) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Humility (imp:0.93) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Initiative (imp:0.83) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:0.49) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Innovation (imp:0.35) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:3.62 lvl:3.12) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Service Orientation (imp:3.50 lvl:3.25) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Operation and Control (imp:3.25 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Coordination (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Instructing (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.62 lvl:2.25) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.50 lvl:2.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Negotiation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.25) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.38 lvl:2.38) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Persuasion (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.62) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Programming (imp:1.75 lvl:1.00) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Repairing (imp:1.75 lvl:1.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.62 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.38 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.38 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Installation (imp:1.00) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 230,490
  annual_median    : $80,110
  annual_pct10     : $55,980
  annual_pct25     : $64,810
  annual_pct75     : $98,750
  annual_pct90     : $118,660
  annual_mean      : $83,840
  hourly_median    : $38.52

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : California ($121,260)
  lowest_state     : Puerto Rico ($35,280)
  dispersion_ratio : 3.437x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (53 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  211,830  median: $  79,870
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    7,780  median: $  79,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    7,100  median: $  95,200
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,840  median: $  94,110
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,060  median: $  80,770
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      680  median: $  84,270
  Manufacturing                            emp:       50  median: $  60,890

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (7 total) ---
  Health Care and Social Assistance        emp:  211,830  median: $  79,870
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:    7,780  median: $  79,080
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:    7,100  median: $  95,200
  Educational Services                     emp:    1,840  median: $  94,110
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    1,060  median: $  80,770
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      680  median: $  84,270
  Manufacturing                            emp:       50  median: $  60,890

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matched_title      : N/A
match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T21:45:24.726898Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Radiographer (similarity: 0.2692)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Radiographer
  QID: Q2294052
  Extract: Radiographers are healthcare professionals who perform medical imaging and radiation therapy. Medical imaging is used for the diagnosis of pathology, while radiation therapy is used for treatment.

  Title: American Society of Radiologic Technologists (similarity: 0.5714)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Society_of_Radiologic_Technologists
  QID: Q4745110
  Extract: The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is a professional membership association that serves medical imaging technologists, radiation therapists, and radiologic science students. The organization, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico provides its members with ongoing education and prof

  Title: International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (similarity: 0.4404)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/International_Society_of_Radiographers_and_Radiological_Technologists
  QID: Q105095176
  Extract: International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT) is a non-governmental organization formed in 1959 which aims to give direction to the Radiological profession as a whole through collaboration with national representative bodies.
ISRRT is working with the World Health Org

  Title: Medical laboratory scientist (similarity: 0.2059)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Medical_laboratory_scientist
  QID: Q708800
  Extract: A medical laboratory scientist (MLS), clinical laboratory scientist (CLS), or medical technologist (MT) is a licensed healthcare professional who performs diagnostic testing of body fluids, examples: blood, urine, sputum and other body tissue. The medical technologist is tasked with releasing the pa

  Title: Women in the United States (similarity: 0.3636)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Women_in_the_United_States
  QID: Q17514041
  Extract: The legal status of women in the United States has advanced significantly over the past two centuries, but not yet equal to that of men in comparison to other high-income democracies.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence supported by comprehensive O*NET data including detailed tasks, abilities, and work activities, plus robust BLS wage data with large sample size (230,490 employed). Education distribution and industry employment patterns are well-documented.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T19:39:30.495176+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,784
tokens_output        : 4,479
cost_usd             : $0.049399
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found, though related articles on radiographers and professional associations provide relevant context for the field. The closest semantic match was the American Society of Radiologic Technologists professional organization.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians operate imaging equipment to capture diagnostic images like X-rays, CT scans, and fluoroscopy procedures for medical diagnosis and treatment planning. They position patients and equipment, ensure radiation safety protocols, and work directly with physicians and patients throughout imaging procedures. These healthcare professionals combine technical expertise in medical equipment operation with patient care responsibilities in hospitals, clinics, and imaging centers.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Radiologic technologists begin their day by preparing examination rooms and ensuring all imaging equipment is properly calibrated and ready for use. They review patient schedules and medical histories before positioning patients for various imaging procedures, adjusting equipment settings for optimal exposure time and distance according to examination specifications. Throughout the day, they operate complex diagnostic equipment including X-ray machines, CT scanners, and fluoroscopes while maintaining strict radiation safety protocols to protect both patients and staff. They monitor patients during procedures, explaining processes to ensure comfort and safety, and review captured images to verify quality before sending them to radiologists for interpretation. Documentation of procedures, patient interactions, and equipment maintenance forms a significant part of their daily responsibilities.

WHO THRIVES:
Successful radiologic technologists possess strong attention to detail and dependability, as evidenced by these being their top work style requirements with importance ratings of 4.0 and 5.0 respectively. They excel in structured, technical environments that require precision and protocol adherence, reflected in their high Realistic (5.90) and Conventional (5.08) RIASEC scores. These professionals must have excellent oral communication skills and problem sensitivity abilities (both rated 4.0+ importance) to effectively interact with patients who may be anxious or in pain while identifying potential issues with imaging procedures. The combination of technical aptitude, compassion for patient care, and methodical work approach makes this role ideal for those who want to contribute directly to healthcare diagnosis while working with advanced medical technology.

CAREER ENTRY:
The vast majority of radiologic technologists enter the field through an associate degree program (72.8% of practitioners), typically lasting two years and including both classroom instruction and clinical rotations in medical facilities. Some professionals enter through post-secondary certificate programs (16.5%), which offer focused training in radiologic technology following high school completion. Most programs require completion of coursework in anatomy, patient care procedures, imaging techniques, radiation physics, and radiation protection, followed by clinical experience under supervision.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Radiologic technologists can advance into specialized imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, or computed tomography, often requiring additional certification and training. Leadership opportunities include supervising radiologic staff and managing departmental operations, as indicated by supervision duties listed in their core tasks. Some professionals transition into education, training new technologists in academic or clinical settings, while others may pursue additional education to become radiologists assistants or move into healthcare administration roles within imaging departments.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, radiologic technologists earn a median annual wage of $80,110, with employment of 230,490 nationwide representing strong market demand for these professionals. Entry-level positions start around $55,980 (10th percentile) while experienced technologists can earn up to $118,660 (90th percentile), demonstrating solid earning progression potential. Geographic variation is significant, with California offering the highest wages at $121,260 compared to Puerto Rico at $35,280, creating a 3.44x wage differential across regions. The vast majority of employment (91.9%) occurs within the Health Care and Social Assistance industry, with additional opportunities in government and administrative services sectors.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
Radiologic technology faces moderate automation pressure as digital imaging systems become more sophisticated and AI assists with image analysis and quality assessment. However, the core functions of patient positioning, equipment operation, and direct patient care require human judgment and interpersonal skills that remain difficult to automate. The need for radiation safety oversight, patient communication, and real-time procedure adjustments based on patient condition ensures continued demand for skilled technologists in the foreseeable future.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (29-2035.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Direct specialization pathway with shared core imaging knowledge and similar patient care responsibilities.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared Medicine and Dentistry knowledge (4.3 importance)
    data: Similar patient care work activities (4.9 importance)
  [skill_overlap] Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (29-2032.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Overlapping diagnostic imaging skills and patient interaction requirements in medical settings.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared Oral Comprehension abilities (4.0 importance)
    data: Common Assisting and Caring for Others activities (4.9 importance)
  [task_similarity] Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians (29-2031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Similar equipment operation and patient monitoring responsibilities in specialized medical procedures.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Shared Controlling Machines and Processes activities (4.0 importance)
    data: Similar Computers and Electronics knowledge (3.9 importance)
  [knowledge_overlap] Radiation Therapists (29-1124.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Shared radiation safety knowledge and medical equipment operation in cancer treatment versus diagnostic imaging.
    data: Primary-Short relationship
    data: Common Medicine and Dentistry knowledge base
    data: Shared radiation safety protocols from task descriptions
  [riasec_cluster] Surgical Technologists (29-2055.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Similar Realistic and Conventional RIASEC profile emphasizing technical precision and protocol adherence.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Both require high Dependability work style
    data: Shared healthcare technical environment
  [wage_band] Nuclear Medicine Technologists (29-2033.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Comparable specialized medical imaging roles with similar education requirements and wage expectations.
    data: Primary-Long relationship
    data: Both Job Zone 3 positions
    data: Similar associate degree education pathway (72.8%)

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['radiologic', 'x-ray', 'imaging', 'ct scan', 'computed tomography', 'fluoroscopy', 'diagnostic imaging', 'medical imaging']
  exclude_keywords : ['radiation therapy', 'nuclear medicine', 'ultrasound', 'mri', 'sonography']
  title_patterns   : ['radiologic technologist', 'x-ray tech', 'ct technician', 'imaging technologist', 'diagnostic radiographer']
  common_variations: ['rad tech', 'x-ray technician', 'ct tech', 'radiographer', 'medical imaging technician', 'diagnostic radiologic technologist', 'computed tomography technologist', 'radiologic tech']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['equipment', 'tendency', 'others', 'medical', 'patient', 'procedures', 'imaging', 'patients', 'technologists', 'principles', 'activities', 'operate', 'radiologic', 'body', 'diagnostic', 'control', 'treatment', 'quality', 'techniques', 'includes']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
equipment                  49  0.01654  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:47%  dwas:20%  onet_tasks:16%
tendency                   42  0.01418  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
others                     39  0.01317  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:97%  inference:3%
medical                    32  0.01080  dwas                 dwas:56%  wikipedia:22%  inference:16%
patient                    27  0.00911  dwas                 dwas:37%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%
procedures                 23  0.00777  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:35%  inference:30%  onet_tasks:17%
imaging                    22  0.00743  inference            inference:50%  dwas:27%  wikipedia:14%
patients                   20  0.00675  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:35%  dwas:30%  inference:30%
technologists              16  0.00540  inference            inference:62%  onet_tasks:19%  wikipedia:19%
principles                 16  0.00540  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
activities                 15  0.00506  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:60%  dwas:33%  onet_tasks:7%
operate                    14  0.00473  dwas                 dwas:36%  onet_tasks:29%  onet_dimensions:21%
radiologic                 14  0.00473  inference            inference:71%  onet_tasks:14%  wikipedia:14%
body                       14  0.00473  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:71%  onet_tasks:14%  wikipedia:14%
diagnostic                 13  0.00439  dwas                 dwas:62%  onet_tasks:15%  inference:15%
control                    13  0.00439  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:92%  onet_tasks:8%
treatment                  12  0.00405  dwas                 dwas:42%  onet_dimensions:25%  wikipedia:17%
quality                    12  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  onet_tasks:17%  dwas:17%
techniques                 12  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  onet_tasks:8%  inference:8%
includes                   12  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00405  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
ideas                      11  0.00371  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
images                     10  0.00338  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:40%  dwas:40%  inference:20%
needs                      10  0.00338  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
standards                  10  0.00338  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  dwas:10%
care                       10  0.00338  inference            inference:50%  dwas:30%  onet_dimensions:20%
materials                  10  0.00338  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
radiation                   9  0.00304  inference            inference:56%  wikipedia:33%  onet_tasks:11%
production                  9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
performance                 9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  onet_tasks:22%
developing                  9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
problems                    9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
operations                  9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:67%  dwas:22%  inference:11%
resources                   9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
quickly                     9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
identifying                 9  0.00304  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  inference:11%
professionals               9  0.00304  inference            inference:56%  dwas:33%  wikipedia:11%
healthcare                  9  0.00304  dwas                 dwas:33%  wikipedia:33%  inference:33%
safety                      8  0.00270  inference            inference:50%  onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:12%