Pros and Cons of a Career as a CT Technician
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CT technicians, also called radiologic technologists, are medical professionals responsible for administering diagnostic exams using medical equipment. Read on to weigh more pros and cons:
| Pros of a Career as a CT Technician |
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| High return on investment (CT technicians may earn upwards of $80,000 a year)* |
| Bright employment outlook (the national employment of CT technicians is expected to grow by 21% from 2012-2022)* |
| Close patient interaction* |
| Effective preparation (a career as a CT technician may be good training ground for going into another healthcare career, such as nursing)* |
| Cons of a Career as a CT Technician |
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| Physical demands (CT technicians may need to be on their feet for long amounts of time and move equipment)* |
| Work hazards (although the risk may be minimal, technicians may still be exposed to radiation levels)* |
| Work schedule (technicians may be on-call and/or available to work evenings and weekends)* |
| Few advancement opportunities without continuing education* |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)*
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