Mobile X-ray Vehicle Driver (Hospital: Those who are X-ray Technicians)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Medical Technicians
- Minor : Radiological Technologists
Summary
A medical technologist who, as a hospital-affiliated radiologic technologist, drives a mobile X-ray vehicle and performs X-ray imaging tasks at various facilities.
Description
The mobile X-ray vehicle driver, as a hospital-affiliated radiologic technologist, safely drives mobile imaging vehicles to visit regional medical institutions, nursing homes, companies, and other locations to perform X-ray imaging. In addition to driving the vehicle, they are responsible for a wide range of tasks including setting up imaging equipment, radiation protection, setting and adjusting imaging conditions, confirming images, radiation exposure management, and simple equipment maintenance, and efficient task execution based on visit schedules is required.
Future Outlook
With the progress of aging and the expansion of home medical care, the demand for mobile X-ray services is increasing, and they are expected to play an important role in regional medical care.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Day Shifts / Direct to/from Work Allowed / Shift Work / Visiting Duties
Career Path
Radiologic Technologist → Mobile Inspection Staff → Chief of Radiology Department → Chief Radiologic Technologist
Required Skills
Communication Skills (Patient Service) / Ordinary Car Driving Skills / Radiation Safety Management / X-ray Equipment (Mobile Type)
Recommended Skills
Basic Vehicle Maintenance Knowledge / Elderly Care Knowledge / Emergency Response Ability
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in radiation safety management and imaging conditions directly affects patient safety and image quality. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of driving and handling equipment in and out. |
| Planning & Organization | Because efficient route setting for visits and imaging schedule management are required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because routine tasks based on manuals are the main focus. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because complex calculations are few. |
Related Qualifications
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
- Radiologic Technologist License
Aliases
- Mobile X-ray Driver
- Mobile X-ray Technologist
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