1220.0 - Australian Standard Classification of Occupations (ASCO) Second Edition, 1997

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2391-11	Medical Diagnostic Radiographer
	Medical Imaging Technologist

Operates X-ray and other medical imaging equipment to produce images for medical diagnostic purposes in conjunction with radiologists or other medical specialists.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks Include:

performs medical imaging on patients according to referral from medical practitioners
calculates details of procedures such as length and intensity of exposure to radiation and settings of recording equipment
explains procedures to patients
positions patients and equipment to carry out procedures
produces electronic or medical images performed by equipment such as X-ray machines, scanners, fluoroscopes and ultrasound machines for use by medical practitioners in the diagnosis of disease or injury
assists surgeons by using radiographic equipment in operating theatres to produce immediate results