Also called: CAT Scan Tech
Runs CT scanners that take detailed cross-section images, especially in emergencies.
In the ER, scans car-crash victims and stroke patients within minutes of arrival, injects contrast dye, and pushes images to the radiologist fast enough to help save brain tissue.
Estimate based on BLS radiologic technologists.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Associate's degree (2-year), about 3 years after high school. Radiologic technologist credential plus CT certification.
Ways in: 2-year college, Certification. Training cost: Under $15k.
Majors to look at: Radiologic Technology, Medical Imaging.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years).
Low risk in 5 years, medium in 10. AI flags strokes and bleeds and automates protocols; fast scanning of trauma patients and contrast injections stay human.
Classes: Anatomy & physiology, Physics, Algebra II.
Official data: O*NET occupation 29-2034.
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