Radiologists

• Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, or ultrasound.
• Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.
• Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.
• Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families.
• Evaluate medical information to determine patients' risk factors, such as allergies to contrast agents, or to make decisions regarding the appropriateness of procedures.
• Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments.
• Instruct radiologic staff in desired techniques, positions, or projections.
• Confer with medical professionals regarding image-based diagnoses.
• Coordinate radiological services with other medical activities.
• Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.
• Establish or enforce standards for protection of patients or personnel.
• Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images.
• Recognize or treat complications during and after procedures, including blood pressure problems, pain, oversedation, or bleeding.
• Administer radiopaque substances by injection, orally, or as enemas to render internal structures and organs visible on x-ray films or fluoroscopic screens.
• Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise.
• Participate in quality improvement activities including discussions of areas where risk of error is high.
• Supervise and teach residents or medical students.
• Implement protocols in areas such as drugs, resuscitation, emergencies, power failures, and infection control.
• Schedule examinations and assign radiologic personnel.
• Provide advice on types or quantities of radiology equipment needed to maintain facilities.
• Participate in research projects involving radiology.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Radiologists.

• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.

Source: O*NET OnLine information for Radiologists.