Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Operating fixed and portable radiology equipment in the Army directly overlaps with civilian diagnostic imaging work.
How to prepare: Submit documented military imaging education and clinical training for assessment against your target state's licensing requirements, identifying any remaining education or examination gaps. Radiologic technologists typically need an associate's degree; most states require licensure or certification, usually through an accredited program and a state examination or professional certification, and employers typically require or prefer certification.
What the civilian 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.
- Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.