Regional metamorphism usually produces foliated rocks such as gneiss and schist. Dynamic Metamorphism also occurs because of mountain-building. These huge forces of heat and pressure cause the rocks to be bent, folded, crushed, flattened, and sheared. Metamorphic rocks are almost always harder than sedimentary rocks.
The median expected salary for an x ray technician in the United States is about $54,340 per year and an hourly wage is about $18 per hour.
For X-Ray Technicians, progressing to a MRI Technologist role may result in a significant raise. On average, a MRI Technologist can earn $60K annually. A Certified X-Ray Technician role is the most prevalent career advancement for X-Ray Technicians. Paychecks for that role are $38K on average. The Radiology Technologist position is another common transition for X-Ray Technicians; in this role, salaries are typically at the $45K mark.