Is working in a radiology department unsafe?

Question

I just recovered from a respiratory illness. Would working at the radiology unit be unsafe because of the exposure to radioactive particles? Thanks for any input.

Answer 1

It's not safe to be exposed to radioactive particles at any time, whether you've had a respiratory illness or not.

But radiology departments usually have very strict safety rules and procedures. And they don't usually have radioactive particles flying around in the air there.

Answer 2

What kind of Radiology department has exposure to radioactive partials? If your talking about Radiology like at a hospital than yes it is safe. I as far as I know there are no radioactive particals in medical imaging, with exception to Nuclear medicine, and possibly PET, as long as follow recommended safety procedures. Time/ Distance/ Shielding. And any time your are exposed, to up to 10% of your yearly recommend dose, your employer is responsible for supplying you with a dose monitoring device.

Answer 3

No working in any hospital facitlity is unsafe, you never know whats capable of getting exposed to, if you have a respiratory illness you might have been around a sick patient with symtomes of tuberculosis or chronic cough disease. Radioactive particles will ruin your organs if no lead if worn but always wear all safety equipment required including a tuberculosis mask,gown,gloves and whatever else is provided.

Answer 4

Nope. If you do get the job you will wear a monitor which will measure exposure on a long term basis.

Answer 5

I think it is pretty safe if you follow all safety regulations.

Answer 6

If you follow procedure,, it's no dangerous than any other job.