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Radiologic Technicians

Also known as: Cat Scanner Operator, Chief Technician, X-Ray (Chief Tech, X-Ray), Computed Tomography Scanner Operator, Computed Tomography Technician (CT Technician), Document Imaging Technician, EEG Technician (Electroencephalographic Technician), EKG Tech (Electrocardiographic Technician), Electroneurodiagnostic Technician (ENDT), Limited Radiology Technician, Mammography Technician

Maintain and use equipment and supplies necessary to demonstrate portions of the human body on x-ray film or fluoroscopic screen for diagnostic purposes.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Some College26%
Post-Secondary Certificate4%
Associate's Degree67%
Bachelor's Degree2%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None13%
1-3 months13%
3-6 months18%
6 months - 1 year8%
1-2 years32%
2-4 years17%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

Up to 1 month51%
1-3 months27%
3-6 months12%
6 months - 1 year9%
1-2 years2%

How AI Impacts Each Task

23 tasks analyzed

Position x-ray equipment and adjust controls to set exposure factors, such as time and distance.

Use beam-restrictive devices and patient-shielding techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff.

Position patient on examining table and set up and adjust equipment to obtain optimum view of specific body area as requested by physician.

Process exposed radiographs using film processors or computer generated methods.

Explain procedures to patients to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

IntegrityConcern for OthersAttention to DetailDependabilityAdaptability/FlexibilityCooperationSelf ControlInitiativeStress ToleranceIndependenceInnovationAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$48,790

per year

Mean Wage

$56,370

per year

Employment

174K

workers

Wage Range

$37,290 - $81,290

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$37,290Median: $48,790$81,290
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