Radiologists are physicians who specialize in diagnostic imaging.
A radiologist is a physician who specializes in radiology. These professionals use their expertise to interpret radiological images for patients. Like other physicians, the radiology specialty requires a four-year degree followed by acceptance into medical school, which is an additional four years of education, then three to eight years of internships and residency. Salary can vary for this occupation depending on a variety of factors.
Average
The salary for this ocucpation can vary depending on subspecialty, geography, employer type and years of experience. Radiologists may be self-employed with their own office or work for a variety of health care providers. In October 2010, Payscale listed an average total salary ranging from $43,269 to $196,104 per year.
Other Compensation
Employers may offer other types of compensation for a radiologist. Average bonuses ranged from $1,019 to $10,174 per year and average profit sharing ranged from $193.55 to $5,028 per year. For those who made commissions, the average ranged between $42 and $1,024 per year.
Industries/Employer Types
Radiologists can work in profit and non-profit organizations including hospitals, medical service providers, general medical offices and radiology service providers. The highest wages were reported in radiology service providers, ranging from $47,750 to $170,869 per year.
Experience
Payscale reported the majority of these professionals--61 percent--having between one and four years of experience. Average salaries ranged from $41,090 and $149,408 per year for this experience. For those with 10 to 19 years of experience, average salaries ranged from $103,225 and $331,402 per year.
Geography
Radiologists can be found in almost every major city in the country. Salary can vary for each location based on the amount of employers in the area, the amount of available radiologists and the cost of living. The highest salaries were reported in Kansas City, Missouri ranging from $229,281 to $344,496 per year. New York City, New York was reported being the most popular city for this job, with salaries ranging from $65,547 to $309,947 per year.
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