JOB REPORT / 29-2034 · 30 TASKS

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians.

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Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated…
Operate digital picture archiving communications systems
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records…

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21 of 30 tasks reviewed

This job has 30 core tasks. We went through 21 of them, one at a time.

Task by task, from the work Radiologic Technologists and Technicians actually do. How we describe AI use in each task is our own read of it, not a measurement of whether AI can replace the job.

TASK 01
Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.
AI DOES
Automatically processes and enhances digital radiograph images
YOU DO
Verify image quality and catch errors before images reach the radiologist
TASK 02
Operate digital picture archiving communications systems.
AI DOES
Auto-routes, tags, and retrieves medical images in the archive system
YOU DO
Verify image quality, correct mislabeled studies, and manage urgent workflow decisions
TASK 03
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
AI DOES
Drafts reports, auto-fills data fields, and flags missing information
YOU DO
Verify every entry and take legal responsibility for accuracy
TASK 04
Maintain a current file of examination protocols.
AI DOES
Drafts, formats, and tracks changes to protocol files
YOU DO
Verify every protocol against current clinical standards and facility rules
TASK 05
Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.
AI DOES
Auto-schedules appointments, routes calls, and organizes digital records
YOU DO
Handle sensitive patient concerns and make judgment calls on urgent situations
TASK 06
Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
AI DOES
Flags blurry, over/underexposed, or poorly positioned images automatically
YOU DO
Use your clinical eye to decide if the image truly serves the doctor's diagnostic need
TASK 07
Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.
AI DOES
Drafts budget templates, suggests supply orders, and auto-generates schedule options from staff availability data
YOU DO
Apply hands-on knowledge of your team, equipment quirks, and department priorities to finalize every decision
TASK 08
Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
AI DOES
Suggests scan sequences, flags data entry errors, and pre-fills patient info from records
YOU DO
Verify every setting matches the patient's clinical need and confirm safety before scanning
TASK 09
Provide students or other technicians and technologists with suggestions of additional views, alternate positioning, or improved techniques to ensure the images produced are of the highest quality.
AI DOES
Pulls up best-practice positioning guides and flags common technique errors in images
YOU DO
Watch the student, read the patient, and coach with hands-on feedback in real time
TASK 10
Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
AI DOES
Reads physician orders and suggests standard protocol matches
YOU DO
Verify patient history, contraindications, and safety before positioning
TASK 11
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
AI DOES
Suggests staff schedules, flags workload gaps, and tracks patient flow data
YOU DO
Read staff morale, handle conflicts, and adapt quickly to unexpected clinical situations
TASK 12
Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
AI DOES
Suggests structured question sets and flags missing information in intake forms
YOU DO
Read patient cues, build rapport, and follow up on unexpected answers in real time
TASK 13
Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.
AI DOES
Tracks equipment performance data and flags unusual readings or patterns
YOU DO
Physically inspect equipment, run hands-on tests, and decide when to pull a machine from service
TASK 14
Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
AI DOES
Checks image quality, suggests scan settings, and flags potential positioning issues
YOU DO
Position the patient safely and operate hands-on equipment in the room
TASK 15
Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.
AI DOES
Generates training checklists, quizzes, and progress summaries
YOU DO
Watch learners perform hands-on skills and give real-time coaching
TASK 16
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.
AI DOES
Drafts schedules, sends reminders, and flags conflicts in coordination tools
YOU DO
Read the room, handle last-minute changes, and build team trust face-to-face
TASK 17
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
AI DOES
Flags abnormal values in digital vitals data and alerts staff
YOU DO
Stay physically present to observe and respond to the patient in real time
TASK 18
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
AI DOES
Suggests exposure settings and imaging protocols based on patient data
YOU DO
Physically position the equipment and patient safely every time
TASK 19
Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.
AI DOES
Flags low-quality images and suggests retake criteria using image analysis
YOU DO
Position the patient, adjust technique factors, and decide on the spot if a retake is needed
TASK 20
Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.
AI DOES
Suggests protocol steps and flags image quality issues in real time
YOU DO
Stay present, adjust equipment, and respond to patient needs on the spot
TASK 21SOURCE-BACKED TASK
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
AI DOES
Generates patient instructions and safety checklists
YOU DO
Read patient anxiety and adjust your care
About this analysis
0% · Methodology: exposure-v1 · Analysis date: unavailable · Confidence: medium

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AT A GLANCE

Occupation: Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
SOC code: 29-2034
Tasks reviewed: 21 of 30

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PAY & OUTLOOK

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Median pay (national): $80,110 · BLS OEWS 2025
Median pay (Colorado): $87,760 · BLS OEWS 2025
Employed (national): 230,490
Employed in Colorado: 3,960
Job outlook: +4.3% by 2034 · ~12,900 openings/yr

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Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.

Operate digital picture archiving communications systems.

Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.

Maintain a current file of examination protocols.

Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.

Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.

Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.

Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.

Provide students or other technicians and technologists with suggestions of additional views, alternate positioning, or improved techniques to ensure the images produced are of the highest quality.

Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.

Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.

Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.

Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.

Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.

Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.

Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.

Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.

Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.

Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.

Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.

Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.

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