I was thinking about becoming a Ultrasound or X-ray Tech .
If anyone can give some info on Xray tech.
How long does it take to become one ,whats an average salary ?
Some negatives and positives...
Thank you .
2007-07-15 07:05:05 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
http://www.asrt.org/content/RecruitmentandRetention/RecruitmentTools/Career_Brochure.aspx
A radiologic technologist does not get constant radiation. As a matter of fact, we get little if any more than anyone else. We are behind a lead lined wall when exposures are taken, or are protected by a lead apron when in the room.
School is generally 40 hours per week for 2 years.
Salary varies greatly depending on where you live, what type of facility you work for, etc.
http://www.asrt.org/content/RTs/SurveyResults/WageandSalarySurvey/WageSalSurvey2004.aspx
There is not a "butt load" of math, and it does not affect your ability to have children.
2007-07-15 12:01:07 · answer #1 · answered by RadTech - BAS RT(R)(ARRT) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I went to school to be a Surg tech... I had school mates that were Rad.Tech Students. You make 35-50k here in Houston.
Radiation is a concern ONLY if you don't take the proper precautions. A lead vest/thyroid shield will protect vital organs from radiation. Most of your duties will be performed BEHIND a lead lined wall. No exposure.
The school BTW is 2 years Long and requires a butt load of math
2007-07-15 07:28:22 · answer #2 · answered by firefighter_joe2001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-19 04:54:37 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i was thinking about this job too but i thought isnt constant radiation very bad for you... and what about for a woman that is planning to have a baby can it effect them even before they are pregnant?? anyway i will b interested to here the answers to this question
2007-07-15 07:10:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋