X-rays are one type of image produced by radiography.
Radiography refers broadly to the use of imaging technology to produce internal images of body structures for diagnostic purposes. Those who work in radiography as a career field are called radiographers, reports the Mayo Clinic.
Types
Common types of radiography include X-rays, computed tomography (CT scan) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI scans), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Performing CT and MRI scans may require advanced training.
Settings
A number of medical settings employ radiography, including hospitals, doctor and dentist offices, medical laboratories and diagnostic imaging centers.
Education
The BLS reports, as of 2009, that 645 accredited radiography programs exist that lead to a certificate, associate degree or bachelor's degree. Radiographers must also receive a license to practice in most states.
Salary Information
Radiographers just entering the field make between $28,000 and $40,000 per year, reports Payscale. Those with more experience can earn more than $60,000 per year.
Outlook
The BLS projects a 17 percent growth rate in the field of radiography between 2008 and 2018, with an estimated 37,000 new jobs created during that period.
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