Automation index
Can AI do the work of a Radiologist?
Radiologists read imaging and sign the diagnostic report.
It also does not predict how many people will lose their jobs.
Task comparison
IS WORK OVER?
Radiologist
31%
AI or a robot can already do 31% of this job.
#31 / 103
View rankingRadiologist
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Prepare comprehensive interpretive reports of findings.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 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 pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Review or transmit images and information using picture archiving or communications systems.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 28% | +3.1 |
Obtain patients' histories from electronic records, patient interviews, dictated reports, or by communicating with referring clinicians.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 11% | 12% | +1.3 |
Document the performance, interpretation, or outcomes of all procedures performed.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 8% | 55% | +4.4 |
Communicate examination results or diagnostic information to referring physicians, patients, or families.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 12% | +0.8 |
Develop or monitor procedures to ensure adequate quality control of images.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 7% | 28% | +2 |
Confer with medical professionals regarding image-based diagnoses.EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 6% | 28% | +1.7 |
Other less frequent tasks (weight estimated from frequency).EstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 27% | 28% | +7.6 |
| Total | 100% | 31% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- 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?
Surgeon
14%
#99 / 103
View rankingSurgeon
Where the time goes
Score = Σ (weight × saving). Weight is our estimate from frequency, not a time share published by O*NET. Saving is separate.
Weights are our estimate from O*NET frequency (FT). O*NET does not publish % of the week.
| Task | Share | AI | Adds |
|---|---|---|---|
Notes and planningEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 20% | 35% | +7 |
Imaging and prepEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 25% | +3.8 |
Operating theatreEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 50% | 4% | +2 |
Call and consentEstimateNo public source pins this saving. It is an estimate of the method. | 15% | 8% | +1.2 |
| Total | 100% | 14% |
Modelled week 100% · Public evidence 0% · Estimate 100% · Confidence: Low
Skills this job uses
- care for patients
- diagnose
- nursing care
- clinical notes
- manage research data
- operate open source software
- demonstrate disciplinary expertise
- think abstractly
- manage personal professional development
- perform project management
Sources for this job· O*NET 29-1249.00· ESCO/ISCO 2212