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Medical Radiation Technologists

At WorkEducation, Training, and ExperienceWork ProspectsImportant Facts
Current Conditions | Work Prospects | Outlook to 2009 | Preparing for the Competition
 


Current Conditions

Your work prospects are rated GOOD because:


Employement grew at an above-average rate.

Hourly wages ($24.12) are close to the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is close to the average.

The unemployment rate (1%) is below the 2004 average (7%).


Work Prospects

Work Prospects

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Outlook To 2009

Your work prospects will continue to be GOOD because:


The employment growth rate is expected to be above average because of on going trends--a growing and aging population that requires more health services, new diagnosing/treating technologies, and increased government funding for health care.

Although the retirement rate will likely be average, the number of retiring workers should contribute to job openings.

The number of job seekers will likely match the number of job openings.


Preparing for the Competition


You'll need to update your skills to handle new imaging technologies.

You'll find opportunities in private clinics.

You're more likely to succeed if you stay current with the new applications of nuclear medicine.