School of Diagnostic Imaging

Radiologic Technology Program

Stoop	to lift rediographic image plates, grids and films
Kneel	to perform CPR; to assist patients who may fall or faint
Crouch	to place radiographic image plates in the operating room table
Reach	at least 6’ from floor to overhead radiographic equipment
Handle	equipment such as overhead tube, lead-lined doors, portable machine, c-arm unit, control panel knobs and bottoms
Maneuver:	patients in wheelchairs and stretchers; IV poles; oxygen tanks patients on and off the radiographic table; in and out of wheelchairs patients who may fall or faint
Lift and Place:	patient and film for portable radiography
Walk	for duration of assigned shift
Wear	lead aprons, thyroid shields, and lead gloves
Hear	verbal directions/requests from physicians, patients, etc. blood pressure sounds through a stethoscope speed of rotor to take exposure and termination sound signals from CR reader
See	requisitions for information related to images proper position of patients for images proper equipment setup for images proper exposure settings for images motionlessness; respiratory phase of patient
Talk	to communicate in English to staff; patients, etc.
Manipulate.	small objects such as knobs and bottons, needles and syringes (venipuncture), etc.

Function safely, effectively, and calmly under stressful conditions
Maintain composure while managing multiple tasks simultaneously
Prioritize multiple tasks
Exhibit social skills necessary to interact effectively with patients, families, supervisors and co-workers of the same or different cultures, such as respect, politeness, tact, collaboration, teamwork, discretion
Maintain personal hygiene