Radiography Careers in Australia

Explore rewarding careers in radiography - providing essential medical imaging services for diagnosis and treatment across healthcare settings.

What is Radiography?

Radiography is a healthcare profession that uses medical imaging technology to help diagnose and treat diseases and injuries. Radiographers operate imaging equipment and work closely with other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality diagnostic images.

Core Responsibilities

  • Medical imaging procedures
  • Patient care and safety
  • Image quality assurance
  • Radiation safety management
  • Technical equipment operation

Specializations

Diagnostic Radiography
Computed Tomography (CT)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Ultrasound
Nuclear Medicine
Interventional Radiography
Career Path & Qualifications

Educational Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Medical Radiation Science (4 years)
  • Master's degree in Medical Radiation Science (2 years)
  • Registration with AHPRA
  • Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements

Career Progression

  • Graduate Radiographer
  • Senior Radiographer
  • Clinical Specialist
  • Department Manager
  • Academic/Researcher
Work Settings & Salary Information

Work Environments

  • Hospitals and medical centers
  • Private imaging clinics
  • Specialized imaging centers
  • Research institutions
  • Mobile imaging services
  • Educational institutions

Salary Ranges (Australia)

Graduate$60,000 - $75,000
Mid-level (3-5 years)$75,000 - $95,000
Senior (5+ years)$95,000 - $120,000+
Job Market & Opportunities

Radiography is experiencing strong growth in Australia, particularly in specialized imaging modalities like MRI, CT, and interventional procedures. There is high demand for radiographers in regional areas and specialized fields.

Geographic Demand

Opportunities across Australia

Growth Projection

Strong growth expected

Salary Growth

Competitive salaries with increases

Ready to Start Your Radiography Career?

Explore current radiography job opportunities across Australia. Find positions that match your experience level, location preferences, and career goals.