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Radiologic Technologist Trainee

UCI Series Concepts

Class Specifications - H.25
Radiologic Technologist Trainee - 9024

November, 1977

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CLASS CONCEPT

Under close supervision Radiologic Technologist Trainees take and 
process radiographs in a training capacity under the supervision of 
registered Radiologic Technologists while concurrently receiving 
classroom instruction; and perform other related duties as required.

Radiologic Technologist Trainees receive training during a one to 
two-year period which qualifies the incumbents to perform the duties of 
a Radiologic Technologist.  Incumbents typically receive classroom 
instruction, homework assignments, periodic examinations, and a 
prescribed plan of on-the-job training designed to familiarize the 
trainee with the various functions of a radiology department; make 
radiographic exposures in routine examinations, such as those performed 
in the cysto-room; assist in procedures involving anesthetized patients 
and sterile fields; observe and become familiar with the basic 
equipment, terminology and techniques of radiology; prepare patients in 
various anatomical positions for radiographic exposures; and select 
technical factors and operate radiographic equipment.

Incumbents may assist in the cleaning and preventive maintenance of 
radiographic equipment and may assist Radiologists and Radiologic 
Technologists on special research projects.

                      MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from high school preferably with completion of a course in 
physics; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful 
performance of the duties assigned to the position.

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