The person taking your x-rays could be a traveling temp.
Radiology technologists work with imaging equipment such as X-rays, ultrasound machines, and computed tomography machines or CT scanners. Radiologic technologists are specifically trained to operate these machines.
Duties
Traveling radiologic technologists do not work in a traveling lab. They travel from one stationary laboratory to another, as their services are needed. These workers fill in as needed in hospitals and laboratories that do not have the qualified staff to meet the patient needs.
Training
A radiologic technologist position requires between two and four years of training in a program and certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists through testing.
Significance
These requirements make the demand for the position higher than the available technologists to fill them, according to Med Travelers, a company that staffs medical workers. The traveling techs fill the gap between the demand and supply, especially in rural areas and at small medical facilities.
Special Considerations
Specialization in a particular type of imaging technology can increase the salary that the tech earns. Radiologic technologists receive housing and travel stipends or reimbursements in addition to their salary. The benefits received depends on the company you work for.
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