Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Task by task

Each task this job involves, as listed by O*NET, rated on whether a large language model like GPT-4 could cut the time it takes by at least half at the same quality. Tasks marked Seen in real AI use appeared in conversations with Claude in April–May 2026 (Anthropic Economic Index).

• AI can speed this up on its own: 0 (0%)
• AI can speed this up with extra software: 23 (77%)
• Little or no AI speed-up: 7 (23%)

• Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Determine patients' x-ray needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Make exposures necessary for the requested procedures, rejecting and repeating work that does not meet established standards.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Operate digital picture archiving communications systems.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Perform procedures, such as linear tomography, mammography, sonograms, joint and cyst aspirations, routine contrast studies, routine fluoroscopy, or examinations of the head, trunk, or extremities under supervision of physician.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Provide assistance to physicians or other technologists in the performance of more complex procedures.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task · Seen in real AI use
• Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Assist with on-the-job training of new employees or students or provide input to supervisors regarding training performance.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Maintain a current file of examination protocols.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Perform general administrative tasks, such as answering phones, scheduling patient appointments, or pulling and filing films.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Complete quality control activities, monitor equipment operation, and report malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.AI can speed this up with extra software · core task
• Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists and technicians.AI can speed this up with extra software
• Perform supervisory duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.AI can speed this up with extra software
• 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 can speed this up with extra software
• Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Prepare contrast material, radiopharmaceuticals, or anesthetic or antispasmodic drugs under the direction of a radiologist.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Operate mobile x-ray equipment in operating room, emergency room, or at patient's bedside.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Transport patients to or from exam rooms.Little or no AI speed-up · core task
• Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.Little or no AI speed-up · core task