Medical Imaging And Therapeutic Equipment Technicians
Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Equipment Technicians test and operate radiography, ultrasound and other medical imaging equipment to produce images of the body for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of injuries, diseases and other disabilities. They may perform radiation treatment on patients under the supervision of a radiologist or other medical professional.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 11% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment
Collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Collaborate with health care professionals” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.
Check quality of diagnostic images
Check quality of diagnostic images
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Perform medical tests and physical examinations of patients” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Verify that medical activities or operations meet standards
Verify that medical activities or operations meet standards
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Develop, follow and ensure compliance with health care quality and safety procedures” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Position patients for treatment or examination
Position patients for treatment or examination
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Care for patients and clients” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 7% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Collect medical information from patients, family members or other medical professionals
Collect medical information from patients, family members or other medical professionals
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Collect, document and communicate medical information” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Enter patient or treatment data into computers
Enter patient or treatment data into computers
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Collect, document and communicate medical information” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning
Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 6% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures or activities
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures or activities
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 5% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Monitor and evaluate patient treatment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Process x-rays or other medical images
Process x-rays or other medical images
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment
Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 4% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members
Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Explain medical information and procedures” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities
Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Care for patients and clients” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Record patient medical histories
Record patient medical histories
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Collect, document and communicate medical information” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Prepare reports summarising patient diagnostic or care activities
Prepare reports summarising patient diagnostic or care activities
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Undertake health care documentation” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Supervise patient care staff
Supervise patient care staff
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 3% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Manage health care operations” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Perform medical tests and physical examinations of patients” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Collaborate with health care professionals” within the “Communication and collaboration” skills cluster family.
Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures
Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Prepare or administer medications and medical solutions” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Prepare medications or medical solutions
Prepare medications or medical solutions
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 2% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Prepare or administer medications and medical solutions” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Manage health care operations
Manage health care operations
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 1% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Manage health care operations” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Train medical providers
Train medical providers
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.59% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Provide training to health care professionals” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Maintain medical equipment or instruments
Maintain medical equipment or instruments
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.28% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Operate and maintain medical equipment” within the “Health and care” skills cluster family.
Repair medical facility equipment
Repair medical facility equipment
A person working in this occupation might be likely to spend 0.28% of their time on this task.
This specific skill is part of the “Design, repair or fabricate medical equipment” within the “Production processes and machinery” skills cluster family.
Malaysia Standard Industrial Classification (MSIC)
National Education Code (NEC)
0914: Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Technology
Basic Skills Level
Cluster Families
Key
T
Trending Skills
Skills that have increased in demand over the past few years based on job advertisement data
E
Emerging Skills
Skills that are new to this occupation within the last five years based on job advertisement data
Job advertisement data is current to 31 December 2021