Radiology technology, a rapidly expanding field of work, has recently seen an increase in availability and job opportunities. In 2012, 229,300 radiology technologist jobs were available, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Occupational Outlook Handbook. This number is expected to increase by 21% by 2022. With only an associate's degree required for entry-level radiology positions and a median salary of $55,910, this position is quickly becoming a popular job option. Higher demand for radiology technologists is also occurring due to longer lifespans, creating an increased market for certain types of diagnostic imaging. “As the population ages, there will be an increase in health problems, such as breaks and fractures caused by osteoporosis, which may require imaging to diagnose” (“Radiology and MRI…”). With advances in technology and longer lifespans due to more detailed and accurate medical understanding, the field of radiology is a growing field of work that requires minimal training and optimal entry salary. Overview “X-ray technicians produce clear, precise images of the body. which allow doctors to diagnose and treat medical conditions that would otherwise be difficult to document” (Becoming a Radiologist…). Radiologists mainly work in hospitals and clinics. Outpatient care is also an option for the radiology profession. Outpatient care is provided outside of a hospital and is less expensive and less time-consuming than inpatient care. “Ambulatory care is encouraged by third-party payers as a cost-saving measure and is made possible by technological advances, such as less expensive equipment, which allows more procedures to be carried out outside hospitals” (Radiology and MRI…) . “Radiol ... middle of paper ...... specialists must maintain an appropriate and empathetic relationship, where necessary, with the patient and it is of vital importance to work well with others. The starting salary for a radiologist can start between $44,000 and $54,000. After a few years of working as a radiologic technologist, most radiologists are qualified to take the MRI certification exam and, if they pass, they can become an MRI technician. The entry-level salary for an MRI technician can range from $65,000 to $89,000. The minimum education required to enter the field of radiology is an associate's degree. If a higher salary is desired, an advanced degree may be pursued. With technological advancements and a longer lifespan due to more detailed and accurate medical understanding, the field of radiology is a rapidly expanding field of work that requires minimal training and optimal entry salary..