29-2034.00

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Take X-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic purposes.

7.2OUT OF 10SAFEHIGH RISK
High Risk

This role faces substantial AI disruption

More at risk than 82% of occupations we track

Frey & Osborne (2013) estimated 65% probability of automation for this role
paper →
82%
of jobs safer
25
jobs riskier than this
+6.3%
projected growth

Disruption Vector

Disruption Type

Hybrid Threat

Both AI software and physical automation threaten different aspects of this role, creating a compound risk from multiple directions.

AI radiology interpretation (Viz.ai, Aidoc, Google DeepMind) now performs at radiologist level for specific conditions like stroke detection and fracture identification. A 2023 NEJM study found AI matched or exceeded radiologists on chest X-ray interpretation. Technician roles requiring patient positioning and equipment operation are safer; pure image reading faces real displacement risk.

Disrupted byBoston DynamicsChatGPT / GPT-4oAmazon Robotics

Salary & Job Outlook

Median Annual Pay
$65,140
US Bureau of Labor Statistics
10-Year Job Growth
+6.3%
Faster than average
Education Required
Associate's degree
Job Zone 3 / 5

AI Risk Timeline

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Projection model: Based on current AI capability growth rates. High-risk occupations are projected to see compounding automation pressure, while human-centric roles show slower risk accumulation. These are statistical projections, not guarantees.

Skills Analysis — AI Vulnerability

AI can replicate (0)
AI-resistant (2)
Mixed
Active Listening75%
Speaking72%
Service Orientation70%
Coordination68%
Time Management65%

Career Pivot Paths

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This analysis is for informational purposes only and is based on statistical models and academic research. It does not constitute career advice and is not a guarantee of future employment outcomes. AI impact varies significantly by employer, region, and individual circumstances. Learn about our methodology →