Career profile · SOC 29-1224

Radiologists

Radiologists is an occupation catalogued under SOC 29-1224. The role is showing modest growth of 3% over the next decade. Entry typically requires a Doctoral or professional degree, and shows moderate AI exposure (0.49 on a 0-1 scale) — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts.

Growth outlook
Average
BLS 10-yr
Education
Doctoral or professional degree
AI exposure
4.92/10
automation risk

Frequently asked questions

What is the job outlook for Radiologists?

The role is showing modest growth of 3% over the next decade. Current US employment is approximately 28,200 workers.

How do I become a radiologists?

The typical entry education is a Doctoral or professional degree. Building a foundation in the top skills below will strengthen your application.

Will AI replace Radiologists?

Our AI-durability model gives Radiologists a score of 0.49 on a 0-1 scale (higher = more exposure). That places it at moderate AI exposure — some tasks are being automated but the role adapts. Learning to work with AI tools rather than against them is the path forward.

How hard is it to enter this field?

Radiologists has very high barrier to entry — very highly gated — extended graduate education, licensure, or years of specialised training are required.

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