X-Ray Technician

Duties and Responsibilities: X-ray technicians (also known as X-ray technologists or radio logic technologists) use cutting-edge imaging methods to visualize the inside of the human body. The pictures they create help physicians to diagnose and treat illnesses or injuries with great accuracy.

Salary: $54,000

Education: Individuals interested in this growing field need an associate's degree in radiology as well as state license to gain employment. Requirements for license vary by state. They also can earn voluntary certification through the American Registry of Radio logic Technologists