Beginning A Career As A Radiologic Technician

A Radiology Technician or Technologist is the person who takes x-rays of patients

using special radiographic imaging equipment.There are different levels in this field such as mammographers, magnetic resonance imaging technologists, and computed tomography technicians. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, to become eligible to pursue a career as a radiology technician, you have the option of obtaining certificates, associate's degrees, or bachelor's degrees in radiology. Most states require that you pass an exam for a license. The median annual pay in this health care field in 2006 was just over $48,000, and openings in this field are projected to increase.

As an x-ray or radiologic technician, you would learn to take x-rays of specific areas of the patients' body.Your work will help to reveal serious medical problems that otherwise would go undetected.

A program of one to four years that earn a certificate, associate's degree or bachelor's degree, is usually required to gain employment as an X-ray technician.Studies show that an associate's degree is most prevalent to those who work as an x-ray technician. Your knowledge and experience will determine your eligibility and pay scale.

Radiography training will give you hands on experience using current X-ray equipment, allowing you to gain practical experience with this equipment. You will also be taught the critical safety procedures in using radiography equipment. Most radiography training programs are taught by professionals that have expertise in diagnostic radiography.

Currently, thirty-five states require radiographers to be licensed. Most hospitals require their radiographers to be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (AART). Upon completion of your education and training, you will be qualified to apply for a position in different settings.You may prefer working in a hospital or medical clinic.Some physicians' have x-ray machines in their offices and hire x-ray technicians for their practice.

by:Ellie A McClarin

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