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Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Salary

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Salary

$60.5K

Growth

9%

Bright Outlook

Bright

Green

No

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Career Description

Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Also known as:

Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist), Mammographer, Mammography Technologist, Radiographer, Radiologic Technologist (RT), Radiological Technologist, Radiology Technologist, Staff Technologist, X-Ray Technologist (X-Ray Tech)

Percentile	10%	25%	50% (Median)	75%	90%
Annual Wage	$41,480	$49,580	$60,510	$74,660	$89,760
Hourly Wage	$19.94	$23.84	$29.09	$35.89	$43.15

2021 Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Salary

Percentile

10%

25%

50% (Median)

75%

90%

Annual Wage

$41,480

$49,580

$60,510

$74,660

$89,760

Hourly Wage

$19.94

$23.84

$29.09

$35.89

$43.15

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Common Job Duties

Review and evaluate developed x-rays, video tape, or computer-generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.
Operate or oversee operation of radiologic or magnetic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for diagnostic purposes.
Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Position imaging equipment and adjust controls to set exposure time and distance, according to specification of examination.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
Explain procedures and observe patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan.
Position and immobilize patient on examining table.
Key commands and data into computer to document and specify scan sequences, adjust transmitters and receivers, or photograph certain images.
Take thorough and accurate patient medical histories.
Set up examination rooms, ensuring that all necessary equipment is ready.
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
Monitor patients' conditions and reactions, reporting abnormal signs to physician.
Prepare and administer oral or injected contrast media to patients.
Prepare and administer oral or injected contrast media to patients.
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
Record, process, and maintain patient data or treatment records and prepare reports.
Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality.
Coordinate work with clerical personnel or other technologists.
Provide assistance in dressing or changing seriously ill, injured, or disabled patients.
Remove and process film.
Operate fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessels to area of interest.
Collaborate with other medical team members, such as physicians or nurses, to conduct angiography or special vascular procedures.
Measure thickness of section to be radiographed, using instruments similar to measuring tapes.
Assign duties to radiologic staff to maintain patient flows and achieve production goals.
Perform scheduled maintenance or minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.
Perform scheduled maintenance or minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment.
Demonstrate new equipment, procedures, or techniques to staff and provide technical assistance.
Perform administrative duties, such as developing departmental operating budget, coordinating purchases of supplies or equipment, or preparing work schedules.

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Activities

Check quality of diagnostic images.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
Verify that medical activities or operations meet standards.
Adjust settings or positions of medical equipment.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
Explain medical procedures or test results to patients or family members.
Position patients for treatment or examination.
Enter patient or treatment data into computers.
Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care.
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
Administer medical substances for imaging or other procedures.
Prepare medications or medical solutions.
Record patient medical histories.
Prepare reports summarizing patient diagnostic or care activities.
Monitor video displays of medical equipment to ensure proper functioning.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Assist patients with hygiene or daily living activities.
Process x-rays or other medical images.
Operate diagnostic imaging equipment.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Measure the physical or physiological attributes of patients.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Repair medical facility equipment.
Maintain medical equipment or instruments.
Train medical providers.
Manage healthcare operations.

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Required Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
Physics - Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.
Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.

Common Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Abilities Required

Oral Comprehension - Listening and understanding what people say.
Oral Expression - Communicating by speaking.
Problem Sensitivity - Noticing when problems happen.
Written Comprehension - Reading and understanding what is written.
Deductive Reasoning - Using rules to solve problems.
Near Vision - Seeing details up close.
Speech Clarity - Speaking clearly.
Inductive Reasoning - Making general rules or coming up with answers from lots of detailed information.
Written Expression - Communicating by writing.
Speech Recognition - Recognizing spoken words.

Common Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Skills

Active Listening - Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.
Speaking - Talking to others.
Reading Comprehension - Reading work-related information.
Writing - Writing things for co-workers or customers.
Social Perceptiveness - Understanding people's reactions.
Critical Thinking - Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Interests

Social - Occupations with Social interests frequently involve working with, communicating with, and teaching people. Most involve helping or providing service to others.
Realistic - Occupations with Realistic interests frequently involve practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.

Location	2018 Employment	2028 Employment	Percent change	Annual projected job openings
United States	210,500	229,500	9%	14,000

Projected Employment For Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

Location

2018 Employment

2028 Employment

Percent change

Annual projected job openings

United States

210,500

229,500

9%

14,000

Radiologic Technologists and Technicians Education & Experience

Associate's degree
No work experience
No on-the-job training

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