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Table 2 Essential competencies listed in the Job Description of PET/MRI radiographers or technologists

From: Competencies and training of radiographers and technologists for PET/MR imaging - a study from the UK MR-PET network

Requirement

Essential

Qualifications & education

- BSc in Diagnostic Radiography or equivalent

- Registration with HCPC or RCT

- Postgraduate qualification in MRI or PET

Knowledge & experience

- Up-to-date Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training

- Research-based practice

- Experience in multidisciplinary teams

- Knowledge and understanding of MRI safety

- Knowledge and understanding of the Ionising Radiation (Medical Exposure) Regulations (IR (ME)R)

Skills & abilities

- IV cannulation

- IT skills

- Medical document writing skills

- Interpersonal skills