Army MOS · Medical
68P Radiology Specialist
Overview
A Radiology Specialist operates fixed and portable radiology equipment or supervises radiology activities. This work requires good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, the ability to stand for long periods, and no aversion to the sight of blood.
Core Skills
- medical imaging operations
- radiology equipment setup and calibration
- image quality assessment
- patient workflow management
- radiation safety and compliance
- medical documentation and recordkeeping
- attention to detail
- infection control procedures
- interdisciplinary communication
- customer service and patient interaction
Civilian Software & Tools
- R
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
Civilian Career Paths
- Radiology
- Clinical Technician
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Radiography (R)
- Fluoroscopy Exam
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
- Computed Tomography (CT)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA)
- Breast Sonography (BS)
- Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI)
- Certified Imaging Informatics Professional (CIIP)
- Vascular Sonography (VS)
What the Work Involves
- Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
- Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.
- Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
- Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
- Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Related Occupations
- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists
- Radiation Therapists
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into 68P. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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