Radiology Technician

X-ray technicians are also known as radiology technicians. They take X-rays of patients using special imaging machines, then use the images for medical diagnosis. They also can assist in more complex imaging procedures such as a CT scan or an MRI. Radiology technicians prepare the patient for the X-ray and assist the radiologist. The average salary for a radiology technician is $48,000 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor. X-ray technician training courses are designed to familiarize the student with medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, patient care techniques, imaging technology, radiation protection and more. Most states require a license to work as a radiology technician and online courses can prepare you to become licensed. Radiology technicians work in hospitals, physician’s offices and clinics. The medical field is fairly recession-proof and the U.S. Bureau of Labor predicts a faster than average growth in demand for radiology technicians. Enroll today!