4R0X1 - DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING AFSC Enlisted

Summary

Providing full-service healthcare to every Airman and their family means having specialists available to meet every medical need. It’s the job of the Diagnostic Imaging specialists to assist physicians by taking X-rays of the entire body in settings ranging from surgery centers to imaging rooms. These professionals utilize highly sophisticated equipment and an intimate knowledge of human anatomy to help get these images and treat their patients.

What You’ll Do

• Operate various types of imaging equipment to perform radiological exams.
• Engage with patients to make decisions affecting their diagnosis and care.
• Use specialized equipment to perform various procedures and imaging.
• Perform equipment quality control checks.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Require college English Composition and Speech
• A minimum of 18 years of age prior to entering Technical Training
• Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
• Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
• Successful completion of high school or collegiate courses in chemistry and physics is recommended

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Basic Military Training: 7.5 weeks
• TECHNICAL TRAINING: 340 - 450 Days
• TECH SCHOOL LOCATION: Ft Sam Houston, TX
• STATUS UPON COMPLETION: Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Diagnostic Imaging Technology are eligible to become nationally registered through ARRT. Airman will have additional opportunities to train in Advanced Imaging capabilities.

Minimum Education

You must be 17–42 years of age, a U.S. citizen and obtain a qualifying ASVAB score. *High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year. Applicants who are non-graduates or non-alternate credential holders must obtain an AFQT Test score of 65 or higher on the ASVAB

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air National Guard
• Air Force Reserve