by: Alexis hilterbrand

Career cluster  Health science-prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills for maintenance of health, prevention of illness, and care of the ill

training  You have to be a good communicator.  You need analytical mind and be able to make important decisions.  In order to be a radiologist you have to complete two periods of,on the job training, called residencies.  You have to be a good student and make good grades trough high school and even college. Which you have to complete at least 3 years of college. But most go for a 4 year bachelor’s degree  You have to take several science courses trough college

Work environment  You would work for hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and colleges.  You should follow all safety procedures when it comes to working with imaging equipment  Your work can be stressful.

hours  You will work hours a week, and some may work longer.  You can work evenings and weekends. You can also be on call when your not working.

Job responsibilities  Find the type of imaging to use.  Use image to diagnose a patients problems.  Make a recommendations on what kind of treatment they might need.

requirements  You have to be able to work under stress and have good communication skills.  You should be patient and compassionate while working.  You have to be able to make decisions

The pay  Earnings depend on how high of a degree you have and the location your in. it also depends on your experiences.  When being a radiologist you can earn up too 100, ,000 a year.  If you are a self-employed radiologist then you have to pay all cost.  A life style like this could fit someone's life pretty good.

Reasons to do this career  Some people would chose this career because of the fact your helping people who are injured.  And because your always doing something

Why I chose this job  I have chosen this career because I like helping others.

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conclusion  For this job you will basically need a good education. You will need good communication skills. And good people skills. You need to be able to handle the stress it gives out.