According to people in this career, the main tasks are...
| Task | Importance |
|---|---|
| Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings. | 99% |
| Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, or ultrasound. | 98% |
| Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed. | 97% |
| Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families. | 96% |
| Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, patient interviews, dictated reports, or by communicating with referring clinicians. | 96% |
| Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems. | 96% |
| Confer with medical professionals regarding image-based diagnoses. | 95% |
| Recognize or treat complications during and after procedures, including blood pressure problems, pain, oversedation, or bleeding. | 95% |
| Perform interventional procedures such as image-guided biopsy, percutaneous transluminal angioplasty, transhepatic biliary drainage, or nephrostomy catheter placement. | 94% |
| Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images. | 91% |
| Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments. | 90% |
| Establish or enforce standards for protection of patients or personnel. | 89% |
| Coordinate radiological services with other medical activities. | 88% |
| Instruct radiologic staff in desired techniques, positions, or projections. | 88% |
| Develop treatment plans for radiology patients. | 85% |
| Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise. | 85% |
| Participate in quality improvement activities including discussions of areas where risk of error is high. | 82% |
