Radiologic Technician / Technologist
Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.
At a Glance
Radiologic Technician / Technologist earns an average of $67,600/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.3–1.5 years. Top skills: Radiology, American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified, Radiography.
$67,600/yr
High school or GED
1.3–1.5 years
33
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$77,660/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.3%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (18)
Radiology
Radiography
Mammography
Radiation Protection
Patient Positioning
Fluoroscopy
Diagnostic Radiology
Patient Transport
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Geriatrics
Pediatrics
R (Programming Language)
Interventional Radiology
Asepsis
Workflow Management
Sterile Techniques And Procedures
Radiology Information Systems
Image Quality
Common Skills (8)
Customer Service
Communication
Operations
Scheduling
Management
Leadership
Computer Literacy
Certifications (4)
American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
ARRT Radiography (R) Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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