Radiology and Imaging

  • Performs cross-sectional imaging like computerized tomography /CT/ and magnetic resonance imaging /MRI;
  • Performs basic ultrasounds / obstetric and gynecological & abdominal ultrasound/examinations under the direct supervision of a licensed radiologist;
  • Interprets routine chest, abdominal & musculoskeletal radiographic images and provides a preliminary report to the radiologist;
  • Interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT),x-rays, fluoroscopy, nuclear imaging, mammography, and ultrasound;
  • Perform image-guided procedures like biopsy taking and drainage.
  • Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the process, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments;
  • Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images;
  • Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed;
  • Evaluate medical information to determine patients' risk factors and allergies to contrast agents, or to make decisions regarding the appropriateness of procedures;
  • Obtain patients’ histories from records, patient interviews, or by communicating with referring clinicians;
  • Conduct physical examinations to inform decisions about appropriate procedures;
  • Instructradiologicstaffindesiredtechniques, positions, or projections;
  • Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings and communicates results to referring physicians, patients, or families;
  • Administer radio-opaque substances by injection, orally, or as enemas to render internal structures and organs visible on x-ray films or fluoroscopic screens;
  • Establish or enforce standards and protocols for the protection of patients or personnel;
  • teach radiology residents, and medical or radiography students;
  • Participate in radiology services quality improvement activities;
  • Conduct research and participates in research projects involving radiology;
  • Recommend the necessary subsequent diagnostic modality or interventional procedure(s).