Handling the medical image comprised a specialist competency. A clear difference
in relation to other professionals is skills in the production of medical images,
identifying patterns, making comparisons with previous images and performing
assessments.11, 66, 185 In line with Reeves,186 radiographers‟ competence in the
area of image production was described as an art form, mainly created under
difficult conditions. Collaboration illuminated professional competence related to
co-operation, education and a well-functioning care chain. It was characterised
by team work, support from colleagues as well as distinct and clear
communication channels. Knowledge of supervision and education of different
staff categories constituted an integral part of radiographers‟ work.
11, 185 The
importance of collaboration in the context of healthcare has been underlined in