An xray technician is a health care provider who works withpatients requiring xrays. This work is done in doctor and dentistoffices, hospitals, imaging and radiology centers and sometimes innursing homes.The technician explains the procedure to the patient, preparesthem for testing with lead shields and aprons, positions thepatient for the optimal xray views and operates the equipment thattakes the xray image.This job requires a person who can remain calm and professionalworking with people who may be frightened or in pain. The xraytechnician job requires being on your feet most of the workday.The working conditions are usually pleasant and 40 hour workweeks are most common. X-ray techs generally work 9-5 however,working in a hospital care may require nights and weekends. Salaryranges from