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Feasibility of Upskilling Non-Radiology Personnel in X-ray
Sponsor: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Summary
The goal of this feasibility study is to learn if individuals without formal radiology training can safely acquire adequate x-ray images following a structured training and real-time remote guidance from a licensed radiologic technologist (RT). The main question it aims to answer is: 1. Can trained non-radiology staff, with real-time remote supervision, obtain x-ray images that meet preset technical quality standards for each required view? 2. Can these staff perform x-ray exams safely, as shown by low operator exposure, few image re-takes, and good adherence to radiation safety protocols? 3. What is the mental and physical workload for the non-radiology staff and the remote RT during the imaging process, as measured by the NASA Raw Task Load Survey (RTLX) after each session?
Official title: Feasibility of Upskilling Non-Radiology Personnel in X-ray Image Acquisition With Remote Technologist Oversight
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
7
Start Date
2026-05-17
Completion Date
2026-06-25
Last Updated
2026-07-20
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
X-ray Operator Training
The structured training will cover core principles of radiography, positioning techniques, and how to use the ENDURO DR ES90 portable x-ray system. Additionally, participants will complete a self-paced radiation safety training course consisting of radiation safety protocols and operator safety principles.
Locations (1)
Mass General Brigham
Somerville, Massachusetts, United States