About Radioloy-
Radiology is a branch of paramedical science that deals with the diagnosis of diseases with the help of technology and diagnostic tests in medical treatment using radiation and imaging the inner organ systems in the human body.For the purposes of this page radiography means a technique for generating and recording an x-ray pattern for the purpose of providing the user with a static image(s) after termination of the exposure. It is differentiated from X-ray, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, fluoroscopy, mammography and computed tomography which are discussed elsewhere. Radiography may also be used during the planning of radiotherapy treatment. It is used to diagnose or treat patients by recording images of the internal structure of the body to assess the presence or absence of disease, foreign objects, and structural damage or anomaly.
During a radiographic procedure, an x-ray beam is passed through the body. A portion of the x-rays are absorbed or scattered by the internal structure and the remaining x-ray pattern is transmitted to a detector so that an image may be recorded for later evaluation. The recoding of the pattern may occur on film or through electronic means.
Uses of Radiology-
Radiography is a basic tool of clinical medicine and dentistry that is used for routine diagnostic purposes.It also used in many type of exam and procedure where it record static image. Some exams used in radiology is following-
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Live imaging during Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasonography
- General X ray Procedure
- Special X ray Procedure
- Dexa scan , etc.
Career-
Working as radiology technologist is a very smart choice!
It is a so demanding profession. The career and job opportunities in the field of radiography are too extensive. The demand of radiographers has been increased in recently, During COVID-19 with the development in technologies the medical science created a new and wide scope in radiology. With different types of radiology modalities In India as well as abroad, the radiographers can work both in private & government hospitals & Radiology labs Numbers of jobs are available on part time and full-time work.
After completing your course you will become a radiographer and technician. The radiographer perform the ultrasound test which is known as sonography in the supervision of radiologist. The employment prospects for radiographers are vast, both within the country and in abroad. Radiographers are constantly in demand in various health centres like nursing homes, hospitals, diagnostic centres as well as super-specialty hospitals.
Radiology field is expanding vastly in the area of medicine. Due to advances in computer technology, this field gets the advantage as it is closely linked to modern imaging.
You are provided with the job as per your specialization, experience and skills. There are several career paths available in the radiology field.
Job Profile in Radiography:
- Radiology Technician
- X ray technician
- CT scan technician
- MRI technician
- Radiology Assistant
- Radiologist
- Radiology Technologist/Radiographer
- Ultrasound Technician / Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
Common working places where an radiologist can work:
- Government Hospitals
- Private Hospitals
- Public Health Centres
- Diagnostic Labs
- Nursing Homes
There are a lucrative jobs for the radiographers . Mostly, radiographers are required in hospitals and diagnostic centers.
In India, Radiology is in growing opportunity at a rapid speed!
Courses In Radiology-
You can pursue diploma courses, bachelor’s course, master’s course and certification courses in the field of radiology. You can apply for UG courses after completing 12th. The courses offered in radiology are mentioned below:
Certificate Courses:
- Certificate in Radiography
- Certificate in Darkroom Assistant
- Certificate in X ray Technology
- Certificate in Radiology Assistant
Diploma Courses – 2 years
- Diploma in Radiography
- Diploma in Radiotherapy
- Diploma in X ray Technology
- Diploma in MRI technology
- Diploma in CT technology
- Diploma in Radiation Technology
Bachelor’s Courses – 3 years
- B.Sc in Radiography
- BMRIT/BRIT (Bachelor Of Medical Radiology And Imaging Technology)
- B.Sc (Hons.) in Medical Radiographic Technology
- B.Sc (Hons.) in Medical Radiotherapy Technology
PG Diploma In Radiography-
- Post Graduate Diploma in Radio-diagnosis and Imaging Sciences
- Post Graduate Diploma in X-ray Radiography and Ultra-sonography
Master’s Degree Courses – 2 years
- MMRIT/MRIT (Master Of Medical Radiology And Imaging Technology).
- M.Sc in Cardiovascular Imaging And Endovascular Technology
- M.Sc In Nuclear Medicine Technology
Master’s Certificate Courses – 2 years
- Advance Diploma in Radiotherapy Technology
- Advance Diploma in Medical Radiography and Imaging Technology
Master’s Courses After MBBS –
- MD in Radio Diagnosi
Salary-
Average Salary of radiographer in India is low as compared to his work. Starting average salary of Radiographer in India is 15K to 20K.
But in abroad the radiography is high demanding profession with great salary.