Radiologists diagnose and treat diseases and injuries using medical imaging techniques, such as x rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), nuclear medicine, and ultrasounds. May perform minimally invasive medical procedures and tests.
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- Radiologists
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What do they typically do
- Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures
- Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings
- Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems
- Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families
- Provide counseling to radiologic patients to explain the processes, risks, benefits, or alternative treatments
- Instruct radiologic staff in desired techniques, positions, or projections
- Coordinate radiological services with other medical activities
- Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed
- Establish or enforce standards for protection of patients or personnel
- Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images
- Participate in continuing education activities to maintain and develop expertise
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth +0.5%
Job Openings 2
Education & Training
- Education Most require a graduate degree like a master's, Ph.D., M.D., or law degree.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
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