Automation index
How much of a Radiologist’s job can AI already do?
Radiologists read imaging and sign the diagnostic report.
This percentage does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Radiologist
31%
AI can already do 31% of this job.
#39 / 623
View rankingRadiologist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 12% | 55% | +6.6 |
Perform or interpret the outcomes of diagnostic imaging procedures including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computer tomography (CT), positron emission tomography (PET), nuclear cardiology treadmill studies, mammography, or ultrasound.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, patient interviews, dictated reports, or by communicating with referring clinicians.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 8% | 55% | +4.4 |
Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Confer with medical professionals regarding image-based diagnoses.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 27% | 28% | +7.6 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- perform project management
- synthesise information
- develop own practices continuously
- conduct project management
- manage projects
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1224.00· ESCO/ISCO 2212
IS WORK OVER?
Radiation oncologist
23%
#311 / 623
View rankingRadiation oncologist
Where the time goes
Task weights are our estimates based on O*NET frequency data, not time shares published by O*NET.
The time saving for each task is estimated separately.
| Task | Share | AI | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
Contouring, fractions and the dose plan.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 48% | +7.7 |
Clinic, the tumour and what can be irradiated.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 18% | +3.2 |
Simulation, immobilisation and the machine day.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 22% | +3.5 |
Side effects, pauses and the patient who cannot take it.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 28% | +4.5 |
Board, the surgeon and the medical oncologist.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 18% | 14% | +2.5 |
Signing the plan and the dose that does not erase.EstimateNo public source provides a precise figure. This is our estimate. | 16% | 12% | +1.9 |
| Total | 100% | 23% |
Modelled workweek: 100% · Public evidence: 0% · Estimate: 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills and activities
- contouring
- plan radiotherapy
- dosimetry
- RT simulation
- fractions
- tumour board
- radiation effects
- immobilise the patient
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1224.00· ESCO/ISCO 2212