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Qualified radiographers are in huge demand in India as well as abroad. Healthcare sector is growing at a healthy rate, globally. This growth has increased the demand for allied healthcare professionals. Radiographers too are allied healthcare professionals. Naturally, they too are in high demand, thanks to this trend!
Government and private sector job opportunities are available in front of radiography professionals. Imaging department and diagnostic departments in hospitals and clinics are common places where radiographers can be seen in action. Commercial Diagnostic labs are also known to recruit radiography professionals.
Common places where radiographers may find work includes-
- Government Hospitals
- Private Hospitals
- Public Health Centres
- Diagnostic Labs
- Nursing Homes
After pursuing Masters level course, one may take up the job of an instructor or teacher at medical or paramedical education institutes. With the help of PhD program, one may also build a career in the R&D sector associated with this field.
SALARY
Starting salary could vary, depending upon ones qualification. Professionals who have completed PG course tend to get paid higher. Degree holders are generally paid more than Diploma and certificate holders.At start, a radiography Degree holder could earn anywhere between 8-15k Rupees per month. Starting salary depends on factors like profile of the employer, job location and skills of the employee. Abroad, the pay scale is much higher than what it is in India.