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| Radiological Technologists and Technicians |
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| Employment Increase: |
63% |
| People In Field: |
264,000 |
| Average Salary: |
$29,400 |
| Qualifications: |
Associate or Bachelor's Degree |
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Nature of the Work:
Perhaps the most familiar use of the x-ray is the
diagnosis of broken bones. However, medical uses of radiation go
far beyond that. Radiation is used not only to produce images
of the interior of the body, but to treat cancer as well. At
the same time, the use of imaging techniques that do not
involve x-rays, such as ultrasound and magnetic resonance scans,
is growing rapidly. The term "diagnostic imaging"
embraces these procedures as well as the familiar x-ray.
Training, Other Qualifications, and Advancement:
Preparation for this profession is offered in hospitals,
colleges and universities, vocational-technical institutes, and
the Armed Forces. Hospitals, which employ most radiologic
technologists, prefer to hire those with formal training.
Job Outlook:
Employment of radiologic technologists is expected
to grow much faster than the average for all occupations
through 2005, as the health care industries grow, and because of
the vast clinical potential of diagnostic imaging and
therapeutic technology. There will be approximately 264,000
radiologic technologists by 2005. Current as well as new uses of
imaging equipment are virtually certain to sharply increase demand
for radiologic technologists.
Sources of Additional Information:
For career information, enclose a stamped,
self-addressed business-size envelope with your request to:
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
15000 Central Ave. SE
Albuquerque, NM 87123-3917
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
12770 Coit Rd.
Suite 508
Dallas, TX 75251
American Healthcare Radiology Administrators
111 Boston Post Rd., Suite 215
PO Box 334
Sudbury, MA 01776
For the current list of accredited education programs
in radiography, radiation therapy technology, or
diagnostic medical sonography, write to:
Division of Allied Health Education and Accreditation
American Medical Association
515 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60610
For information on certification in radiologic
technology, contact:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
1255 Northland Dr.
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
For information on certification in sonography, contact:
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
2368 Victory Pkwy.
Suite 510,
Cincinnati, OH 45206.
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