Radiology Tech Jobs: Is This The Career For You?

by Rita Henry

Have you ever gone to a hospital or clinic and received an X-ray? If so, the person who helped prepare you for the procedure was a radiology tech. Radiology technologists obtain the images used by physicians to diagnose and treat internal diseases. There are various types of radiology tech jobs available today for those who are trained in this specialized field of medicine.

Radiology tech jobs can be broken down into four major categories. Each one requires a certain amount of medical training, usually including a two or four-year bachelor's or associate's degree in the science of radiology. If you're interested in pursuing this career or just looking for some more information about it, the following is sure to help.

Radiographers

Radiographers, also referred to as radiologic technicians, perform the procedures that obtain X-rays needed by the physician. Radiographers prepare the patient for the X-ray procedure, set up the area with lead shields, and prepare the X-ray beam. They are also responsible for developing the resulting X-ray film. Radiographers generally work under the physician's orders. A major part of their job involves ensuring safe conditions, as X-rays are hazardous if not handled correctly.

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