Feeling stuck in your imaging career? Burnout isn’t the end—it might be your cue to pivot. I shared real strategies in this week’s episode of A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast.

Listen now and take your next step before the system burns you out.

If you’re feeling stuck in medical imaging, it doesn’t mean you’ve failed. It means you’ve outgrown your current role.

At Siemens Healthineers Innovations, I looked into a room full of talent—and reminded them that growth doesn’t always look like a promotion.

Most technologists and therapists don’t need a new job. They need permission to see their skills differently.

I just stood on stage for 60 minutes reminding burned-out imaging professionals that stuck isn’t permanent—it’s just data.

What No One Told Me About Being a Radiologic Technologist
I thought I’d just be taking X-rays… I didn't know:
✔️ I’d be an expert in anatomy
✔️ I’d have to deal with difficult patients daily
✔️ I’d have so many career options (MRI, CT, etc.)
What shocked you about radiology? Let’s talk.👇

🛑 Is Radiology Worth It in 2025?
The industry is changing fast:

More AI integration
New certifications (like MRI safety)
Higher demand for travel techs 💰
Would you still go into radiology if you had to start over? Why or why not? Let’s debate! 👇

If you're an experienced MRI tech, what advice would you give to CT techs looking to cross-train into MRI?

For those considering MRI certification: What's driving your interest in cross-training?
Career growth, salary potential, or something else?

PRN techs: Has working multiple facilities helped you secure cross-training opportunities? Share your strategy!

💭 Let's discuss: Have you experienced similar challenges trying to get cross-trained at your facility?

What obstacles did you face?

📚 What online courses or resources have you found helpful for learning MRI theory before getting hands-on experience?

For those who've cross-trained to MRI - how long did your training take, and do you feel 30 days is enough time?

💪 Have any of you successfully negotiated cross-training at your facility? Share your experience and tips with the group!

🤔 If you had to choose between waiting for your employer to cross-train you in MRI or paying $3,500 for a complete program (didactic + clinicals), which would you choose and why?