ONET Occupations » 29-2034.00

Radiologic Technologists

Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

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Parachute skills

  1. Heal, cure - People (4.78)
  2. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.64)
  3. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.64)
  4. Pay attention to details - Data (4.61)
  5. Follow through, get things done - People (3.97)
  6. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.88)
  7. Use my brain - Data (3.87)
  8. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.85)
  9. Listen - People (3.75)
  10. Communicate well, in person - People (3.62)
  11. Speak - People (3.62)
  12. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (3.62)
  1. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  2. Oral Expression (3.62)
  3. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Concern for Others (4.64)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.61)
  3. Dependability (4.56)
  4. Self Control (4.47)
  5. Cooperation (4.42)
  6. Stress Tolerance (4.37)
  7. Integrity (4.35)
  8. Initiative (4.22)
  9. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.13)
  10. Achievement/Effort (4.07)
  11. Persistence (3.97)
  12. Independence (3.93)
  13. Social Orientation (3.91)
  14. Leadership (3.88)
  15. Analytical Thinking (3.87)
  16. Innovation (3.85)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Assisting and Caring for Others (4.78)
  2. Getting Information (4.33)
  3. Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (4.30)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.21)
  5. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.01)
  6. Handling and Moving Objects (3.98)
  7. Interacting With Computers (3.89)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.78)
  9. Performing General Physical Activities (3.74)
  10. Documenting/Recording Information (3.66)
  11. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (3.54)
  12. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.52)
  1. Take Vital Signs (4.78)
  2. Administer Injections (4.78)
  3. Administer Radioactive Isotopes (4.78)
  4. Position Patient For Therapy (4.78)
  5. Prepare Patients For Tests, Therapy, Or Treatments (4.78)
  6. Collect Clinical Data (4.33)
  7. Use Knowledge Of Medical Terminology (4.21)
  8. Follow Clinical Radiation Safety Procedures (4.21)
  9. Use Darkroom Procedures In Radiology Or Medical Or Dental Lab Setting (4.21)
  10. Use Hazardous Materials Information (4.21)
  11. Follow Infectious Materials Procedures (4.21)
  12. Use Interpersonal Communication Techniques (4.21)
  13. Follow Dental Or Medical Office Procedures (4.21)
  14. Follow Dental Or Medical X-Ray Procedures (4.21)
  15. Follow Patient Observation Procedures (4.21)
  16. Use Quality Assurance Techniques (4.21)
  17. Use Sanitation Practices In Health Care Settings (4.21)
  18. Use Medical Diagnostic Equipment (4.01)
  19. Operate Radiologic Equipment (4.01)
  20. Operate Ultrasound Equipment (4.01)
  21. Operate X-Ray Machines (4.01)
  22. Lift Or Transport Ill Or Injured Patients (3.74)
  23. Inventory Medical Supplies Or Instruments (3.66)
  24. Identify Body Response Variations (3.52)
  25. Understand Technical Operating, Service Or Repair Manuals (3.52)