Physicians in radiology
Who they are, what they do and which devices they use: a research-based profile for recruiting this target group for MedTech and pharma projects.
Overview
Physicians in radiology diagnose diseases using imaging methods such as X-ray, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and ultrasound. They administer contrast media where needed, evaluate the images and write reports, increasingly supported by AI-based analysis software. They inform patients about radiation risks. In interventional radiology they perform image-guided minimally invasive procedures such as reopening vessels or biopsies. They discuss findings with other specialties and are contacts for referring physicians.
Profession by country
Fields of use and typical tasks
Radiology
Evidence from: DE, AT, CH
- Justifying indications and reporting in projection radiography, CT, MRI, ultrasound and mammography
- Reporting emergency imaging for the emergency department, intensive care units and intermediate care
- CT-, MR- and ultrasound-guided punctures, drainages, biopsies and markings
- Vascular and non-vascular interventions and CT-guided pain therapy
- Seeing patients in the breast clinic and third reading of screening mammograms
- Presenting findings at case reviews, tumour boards and clinical conferences
Specializations
Devices and systems they use
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner
- Computed tomography (CT) scanner
- Fluoroscopy system
- Ultrasound system
- Mammography system
- Angiography system
- PET-CT scanner
- Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
- Bone densitometer (DXA)
- Radiology Information System (RIS)
- Fixed X-ray system
- Cone-beam CT (dental)
- AI diagnostic software
- Clinical speech recognition system
- Patient portal
- SPECT / gamma camera
Who they work with
- Orthopaedic physicians
- Surgeons
- Referring general practitioners
Frequently asked questions
Which devices do they work with?
With X-ray, CT, MRI and ultrasound equipment, plus AI-supported image analysis software.
Who administers the contrast medium?
According to the job description, radiologists administer contrast media where needed.
Do they also treat patients themselves?
Yes, in interventional radiology they perform minimally invasive procedures such as reopening vessels or biopsies.
When are they on duty?
In addition to regular hours, evening and weekend duties are expected.
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Sources
- Fachärztin/Facharzt für Radiologie, Arbeitsmarktservice Österreich (AMS Berufslexikon) (AT)
- Pressemitteilung zum Portal radiologie-finden.de, Deutsche Röntgengesellschaft e.V. (DRG) (DE)
- Infoblatt Aktualisierung der Fachkunde und Kenntnisse im Strahlenschutz, Ärztekammer Sachsen-Anhalt (DE)
- Weiterbildungscurriculum Ärztin/Arzt für Radiologie, Version 1.1, Diakonie Klinikum GmbH, Radiologisches Zentrum Siegen (DE)
- Radiologie, Oberösterreichische Gesundheitsholding GmbH, Klinikum Freistadt (AT)
- Radiologie LKH Feldkirch, Vorarlberger Krankenhaus-Betriebsgesellschaft m.b.H. (AT)
- Einarbeitungskonzept für Assistenzärztinnen und -ärzte, Institut für Radiologie, Version 1.1, Kantonsspital Aarau AG, Institut für Radiologie (CH)
- Your Radiology Specialists, Moffitt Cancer Center, Tampa, Florida (US)
- ACR Practice Parameter for Communication of Diagnostic Imaging Findings, American College of Radiology (US)
- Diagnostic Radiology Residency: Training, Emory University School of Medicine, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences (US)
- Diagnostic Radiology Residency Program: Residency Curriculum, INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma (US)