Radiographer
Use imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
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- What's it like to be a Radiographer?
- Latest Radiographer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Radiographers
- Radiographer role reviews
What's it like to be a Radiographer?
A Radiographer operates imaging machines to produce images or conduct tests that help Physicians diagnose and treat illnesses and injuries. They position patients and equipment correctly, adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, and ensure that safety measures are followed. In addition to operating the machines, they also prepare patients for procedures and manage patient records.
Tasks and duties
- Receiving requests from doctors and deciding which method of radiography is the most appropriate.
- Explaining the procedures to patients.
- Placing the patient in the correct positions for the tests in order to take the best image possible, so that the patient's medical condition can be diagnosed correctly.
- Making sure that radiation levels are safe.
- Operating the testing equipment.
- Recording the results of the tests.
- Developing the film or processing the digital images, as well as storing them correctly.
- Working with Radiologists who interpret the test results.
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Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Radiographers.Latest Radiographer jobs on SEEK
Be one of the first to discover these recently listed jobs, or browse all Radiographer jobs on SEEK right now.MRI Technologist
Bay Radiology Ltd
Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty
Full Time
Healthcare & Medical22d ago
Senior Sonographer
Auckland Radiology Group
Auckland CBD, Auckland
Full Time
Healthcare & Medical26d ago
MIT/Mammographer
Bay Radiology Ltd
Tauranga Central, Bay of Plenty
Full Time
Healthcare & Medical15d ago
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Radiographer employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Medical Radiation
Interventional Radiology
Radiography
Continuous Quality Improvement
NZ Medical Radiation Technologists Board Registration
Advanced Imaging
Radiation Safety
Catheterisation
Sonography
Personal Development
Calibration
General Practice
Patient Care
Communication Skills
Autonomy
Record Keeping
Technical Aptitude
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Latest Radiographer reviews
Jun 2025
As a radiographer, I’ve gained valuable experience delivering high-quality imaging while providing compassionate, patient-centered care in fast-paced clinical environments.
Reviewer's QualificationBachelor of Healthcare
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good things1 really enjoy being able to help patients during what can often be a stressful time. As a radiographer, I’m in a position to make them feel comfortable, supported, and well cared for, even in a short...
The challenges sometimes wish there was more opportunity to follow up with patients after their imaging. As a radiographer, you often don’t get to see the outcome or how your work contributed to their care.
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Apr 2024
Helping Doctors and patients in Diagnostic side
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationHealthcare & Medical
The good things The patients are often friendly and will recognise you if you have cared them. You can make a difference if you truly care in their lives and your too..
The challengesIt’s a technical knowledge incorporated with patient care
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