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@reyhanehtks
@reyhanehtks 2 күн бұрын
Thanks for precious information you provide. Could you please make a video for radiographer NHS job interview?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 2 күн бұрын
Sure, I'll share about my experience :)
@reyhanehtks
@reyhanehtks 2 күн бұрын
@@AskTheRadTech thank you, waiting for it :)
@Nikky10000
@Nikky10000 7 күн бұрын
which do you think is better, sonography or xray tech?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 7 күн бұрын
Personally, I like sonography more now. Depends how much iamging variety you want in your day to day.
@ugonwaanyakoha548
@ugonwaanyakoha548 8 күн бұрын
Also what are the core courses,is it maths or physics?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
College algebra, statistics, physics, anatomy and physiology and cross sectional anatomy, intro to health related psych and sociology, communications.. are among the common stuff
@ugonwaanyakoha548
@ugonwaanyakoha548 8 күн бұрын
as for the classes,is it easy for someone from an arts background?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
I think having a creative side definitely helps. But I won't say it'll make it easy. Varies from person to person. Still a lot of theory to learn.
@healthfacts8860
@healthfacts8860 27 күн бұрын
Omg a trini
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
😆🇹🇹
@babyfacemichael1
@babyfacemichael1 29 күн бұрын
Michael `s theatre II Tips 1. Take all the keys to every machine just in case yours stops working 2. Let the surgeon decide where the II comes from , where the Monitor should go, don’t assume 3. If the body part is over the steel table base, or the metal table edge, or gaps in the foam table are in the way then -solution- Move the patient. 4. Beware sandbags , can be put under hips/ chest by inexperienced theatre staff 5. Set a manual kv for extremities -so that even if you come in and are centred in the wrong place , the image will be correctly exposed. Otherwise if your going in and out, over the body part, even slight miss centering, will result in a black/ underexposed image, because it will give a fresh air exposure eg 44kv ( which would not get through a finger). Generally hand 52kv, ankle 57kv, knee/ shoulder 62k , then tweek it. I once I had a student who never centred bang in the middle once, for an ankle op . The surgeon didn`t notice. The foam table makes 2 kv difference. Some machines require the first exposure to be on the AED. 6. The ii has an obese button, which is the maximum mA output, find out where this is. If this doesn’t work and the image is black - still under exposed , the only thing you can do is try and use the Monitor brightness/contrast - this may well not work ! there`s nothing you can do !! with this machine. 7. Save all the images- make this a habit- you don’t know which operation turns out wrong, even though it seems ok at the time 8. If your doing AP and Lateral, every time you go to the other position , swap the image over on the monitors. So you always keep an AP on one side, and a Lateral on the other. This takes concentration. 9. The worst problem is obesity with osteoporosis. Obesity means the II will use a high KV eg 110kv ,so LOW contrast. The bones will be very hard to see, because they don’t have any bone in them ! If the surgeon is moaning explain this LOL I had the same problem with AP hip on a young man- biggest muscular thigh in England. 10. Expect the first image to be wrong, wrong place , wrong orientation. Move the wheels in the direction you want to go, either towards head/ foot or in/out , make it easy for yourself , move in each direction in turn, and you will get where you want to be. Small movement`s to keep control. 11. Don’t let the surgeons use the flat II surface to apply a wet Plaster of Paris, unless you cover it first with a plastic bag, or water will get into it and it will go bang ! 12. For hips / DHS cover the tube ( under the table/ hip) with a plastic bag ,so blood doesn’t get into it. 13. You can get a lateral of the humerus, femur with the patient flat ( both legs down) on the table if you come in sideways, from the opposite side, and angle 70 degrees. and the body part ( shoulder/ hip/ femur) is right over the edge of the table ( so the metal table sides are not in the way) 14. If you leave the theatre for a break ( very long case) always tell someone whose sterile ( surgeon/ scrub nurse) where you will be, just in case they suddenly need you back. 15. Only ask the surgeon a question when hes not doing something dangerous e.g. with a drill. 16. At the end of the operation get a clear answer you are finished BEFORE you remove the sterile xray cover.
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
Hi Michael. Terrific and super helpful points. This video topic needs a long-overdue update. Will be featuring your comment :) thank you.
@babyfacemichael1
@babyfacemichael1 8 күн бұрын
@@AskTheRadTech The first year after qualifying was horrific, each of these points was a personal disaster i had to learn from ! Most students arnt taught what they practically need to understand .
@babyfacemichael1
@babyfacemichael1 6 күн бұрын
@@AskTheRadTech Hi thought i would mention, very rarely i have had to penetrate through a metal intramedullary nail to show the surgeon inside it i.e a 100kv on a tibia . In both instances the operation was to remove the metal work. In one i needed to show the direction of the hook they were trying to get into the distal locking screw hole ( having removed the screws) so they could pull the nail out. In the other case the locking bolt , in the top of the nail was stuck at an angle and would not come out.
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Yup, it's always more than just textbook positioning. You tend to learn how to adapt over time.
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Very interesting @ exposure for metalwork
@user-ik5gs7qq5y
@user-ik5gs7qq5y Ай бұрын
Thank you ! Very helpful
@xkanyewestfanx2009
@xkanyewestfanx2009 Ай бұрын
Very informative video thanks for sharing!
@m.francis2774
@m.francis2774 2 ай бұрын
Hi there! Will you do a video on 30 60 90° patella view? We have an orthopedic surgeon who will routinely order this to evaluate the tracking of the patella. We know that the knee should be flexed at those different angles; but is it accurate to have the patient hold the detector at 90° if the patient can not lie prone due to body habitus or some other reason? Can we use an alternative way of changing the detector angle to compensate or is this not an accurate assessment of the patella itself?
@AfiOye
@AfiOye 2 ай бұрын
I take my boards ARRT in 2 months and I'm freaking OUT
@tatianapereira703
@tatianapereira703 3 ай бұрын
What happened to ultrasound school?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
It's been updated in my recent video :)
@LenNeko1998
@LenNeko1998 3 ай бұрын
Something of note here is that while this is definitely valid, your experience also varies depending on clinic/hospital/staff and I definitely find my work at my hospital to be so much fun! We have about 10 radiographers hired right now, and we do all of the scanning, the CT's, portables, diagnostic, nuclear, surgery, cardio, fluoro, and it comes and goes in waves. But I'm halfway through my program right now and love every bit of it, even the hard parts.
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 8 күн бұрын
Definitely. Work culture makes a big difference to each experience.
@ucyimd1forever
@ucyimd1forever 3 ай бұрын
If only you could’ve been my instructor. Your explanations are so simplified.
@user-bk7bc2yb2h
@user-bk7bc2yb2h 4 ай бұрын
kVp and x-ray Contrast HELP YOU
@user-hr5vb9rl1k
@user-hr5vb9rl1k 4 ай бұрын
Is it true that there’s no room for career growth as a rad tech?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 4 ай бұрын
There is definitely room for progression in radiography. Such as the various modalities, management, teaching, radiographic reporting. It depends on the route you decide to take and the hospital you work at. To progress, you'd need additional post grad studies.
@user-hr5vb9rl1k
@user-hr5vb9rl1k 4 ай бұрын
@@AskTheRadTech thank you for responding! With this modalities, is it possible to earn up to 100k? 👀
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
With a lot of overtime, or working bank/locum, it's possible; and with multiple modalities and/or years of experience. Depends on where you live..
@leticiaroque2267
@leticiaroque2267 4 ай бұрын
After 3 years I still sometimes Over rotate 😣 idk what I’m doing wrong
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Once all the other factors have been checked, maybe take a look at if your patient might be moving up off the board awkwardly when they inhale
@ruthadjetey8184
@ruthadjetey8184 5 ай бұрын
Nice video . Would want to ask if this job required some majority online classes and were there classes I had to be in class for ? Asking because I am in the navy and I want to be able to complete my degree without my absence in class being a problem . Thank you
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 7 күн бұрын
It's rare that you'd have many online classes. Maybe a couple initial core courses but mostly in class and on clinical site is required.
@9zxdiacx6
@9zxdiacx6 5 ай бұрын
starting on summer 🙏
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 7 күн бұрын
How's it going?
@OTnerd7
@OTnerd7 5 ай бұрын
Are you a Trinidadian my friend?
@user-sp7dv2rt6w
@user-sp7dv2rt6w 5 ай бұрын
Radiologist and radiographer different
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 5 ай бұрын
Yes, radiographers position the patient and acquire the images. Radiologists are doctors who are qualified to diagnose the patient based on the images the radiographers produce
@tradingfundamentals
@tradingfundamentals 6 ай бұрын
Hello, I have a few questions to ask about radiography, is there anyone you could put me in contact with who would be willing to do an informational interview with?🙂
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Hi dear, I'm not sure if you already got through by now. I don't know the availability of my friends/colleagues. If still needed you can contact me via messaging on instagram @asktheradtech or email @ [email protected]
@micheleball4459
@micheleball4459 6 ай бұрын
Did your job require the vaccination?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 ай бұрын
It was strongly recommended but not mandated as such. Depends on the site.
@mightbry
@mightbry 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this video! This spring I will be graduating from community college so I'm currently trying to see which career I want to fully pursue and radiology is something I have been interested in!
@juliebielefeldt7834
@juliebielefeldt7834 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this video!!! You are so sweet to share your knowledge with us.
@southsidemike90
@southsidemike90 6 ай бұрын
how long does it take you to be in that field?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 ай бұрын
3-4 years
@southsidemike90
@southsidemike90 6 ай бұрын
@@AskTheRadTech thank you for the quick response!!
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 ай бұрын
Np 😊
@brunobris
@brunobris 6 ай бұрын
That's great. Does the UK filter degrees from different parts of the world?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
They do. Theres a very detailed process of becoming HCPC registered
@hmmm3622
@hmmm3622 7 ай бұрын
congrats :))
@Spandhana-here.
@Spandhana-here. 7 ай бұрын
Than Q for your explanation... ✨🤝
@keke211191
@keke211191 7 ай бұрын
This was so simplified....could have seen this for SI class as a student. Thanks eh😅
@keke211191
@keke211191 7 ай бұрын
Well summarized!
@Chichinha
@Chichinha 7 ай бұрын
Beautiful caribbean accent!!! Like music to my ears. Im interested in this field very much at 23 years of age, thank you for this informative video!! Much appreciated. ❤
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Only just seeing your comment. Thank you🤗
@juliemckee6479
@juliemckee6479 7 ай бұрын
Are you exposed more to radiation? Or do you go into a safe room? Is being by the machines themselves bad?
@jesusdiedforyouproofjohn3.16
@jesusdiedforyouproofjohn3.16 7 ай бұрын
Praise the Creator for making awesome tools. Trust Jesus. Do not trust mankind. sin is a sinking ship that will burn away in the lake of fire. Blessings upon you all, especially those who speak and do as according to Love. GOD alone bears the name of Love because He alone is GOOD. GOD is Love.
@nannetishekinah3869
@nannetishekinah3869 8 ай бұрын
Hello hii even I moved to England . I’m in northeast
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Hi 👋🏽 how are you enjoying it so far? I'm south-west..
@jquancollins3830
@jquancollins3830 8 ай бұрын
where should i start to become a rad tech
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
It depends on where you're at now. If still in school, focus on typical math and English and science subjects like biology and physics. Once that's being done, then you can start looking into which schools have the programme and their specific requirements.
@L0rdjaggi
@L0rdjaggi 8 ай бұрын
Underappreciated? Come down to the central sterile department😭
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
AHPs really go through it sometimes
@TriceyReecy
@TriceyReecy 8 ай бұрын
Wow! Big Congratulations n your UK move! 👏👏👏🥰 Did you have to re obtain license for UK?
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Thanks dear! Yes, HCPC registered :)
@nojikhi
@nojikhi 8 ай бұрын
Try at the community colleges for Ultrasound.
@jameshopkins6853
@jameshopkins6853 9 ай бұрын
Where you raised by rich parents? When discussing pay...you allude to actually having to work to get paid. And the physical part...are you naturally lazy. You sound completely entitled.
@jameshopkins6853
@jameshopkins6853 9 ай бұрын
You sound a little spoiled. Any job that pays that well with that little of an education, it's stressful and you are under appreciated. You aren't alone. And physical demand is very little compared to so many jobs.
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
That's easy for someone who wasn't at my last job location to say. I've since changed jobs though, and have had a much better experience. As I mentioned, location plays a big part as work culture varies based on the hospital/country/town you're at :)
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Looking back almost 2 years later, and being where I am located now, I can see how it could sound a bit spoiled. My experience now is almost 180. Back then management and protocols really weren't good, and really affected staff.
@carlitodidthat
@carlitodidthat 9 ай бұрын
Am i going to have to get the covid vaccines
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
It's recommended at most sites, but at this time I don't think it's mandatory. Depends on where you go.
@chenni4127
@chenni4127 11 ай бұрын
You’re trini ❤ also, thanks for the video
@meenallc3135
@meenallc3135 11 күн бұрын
to di boneeee 🇹🇹🇹🇹
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
🇹🇹🇹🇹
@fallengirl0288
@fallengirl0288 11 ай бұрын
What's the starting pay like?
@achudumechinedu606
@achudumechinedu606 11 ай бұрын
UK looks good on you... Best regards
@amowow1
@amowow1 Жыл бұрын
Do you have a lot of free time outside the hospital? Like enough time to hit the gym and visit family?
@danielcarranza7468
@danielcarranza7468 Жыл бұрын
Great videos! Thanks so much for the great advice!
@ellepatton
@ellepatton Жыл бұрын
How hard is passing the exam??
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
It's very 'doable' once you study hard, as with any other course I'd say
@andersdanika9766
@andersdanika9766 Жыл бұрын
Hi! Thank you for this video. I have a question for you and for everyone who has been a radiologist especially for “proton therapist”. I am curious. Do you think working close to radiation can cause you to have brain cancer or any cancer? Please let me know! Thank you! 😊
@AskTheRadTech
@AskTheRadTech 6 күн бұрын
Once radiation protection and safety guidelines are followed, you'll be okay. With anything though there is some level of risk even if very minute. There are safety checks and personal and department radiation level readers that are checked often.
@GOcha619
@GOcha619 Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on your move! I want to move to the UK as well. People are people and I feel your pain. Stay professional. Don’t let the 1% rude people ruin you mental health. Cheers!