Care & Presence
Radiologic Technologist
Imaging still needs licensed operators.
AI Risk Score: 3/10
Score is our body/liability/scarcity rubric, calibrated against public AI-exposure research.
Data last reviewed: 2026-07-21
What you actually do
Perform diagnostic imaging procedures and ensure safe operation of radiologic equipment.
Why AI does not easily replace it
Patient positioning, exposure control, and compliance responsibilities remain human-led.
What it pays
$56,000 - $92,000
BLS OOH: Radiologic and MRI Technologists (May 2024 pay)
Salary benchmark year: 2025
How to get in
Accredited imaging program + ARRT pathway + state licensing where required.
Estimated time to entry: ~24 months (path-dependent).
State-by-state training and licensing links
Where demand is growing
Steady hiring across hospitals and outpatient centers.
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AI risk evidence
- Anthropic Economic Index (2025-26): measured AI usage and task coverage by occupation
- IMF, "New Skills and AI Are Reshaping the Future of Work" (Jan 2026): ~40% of global jobs exposed to AI-driven change
- Stanford HAI AI Index Report 2026 (labor chapters)
- Oxford Martin: The Future of Employment (2013), kept for historical grounding