NurseCareer Profile: Radiologic Technologist
Radiologic technologists take x-rays and administer nonradioactive materials into patients’ bloodstreams for diagnostic purposes. Also known as radiographer, they produce x-rays, prepare patients for radiologic exams, and operate radiologic equipment. Advanced radiologic technologists may perform more complex imaging procedures. Some radiographer specialize in various radiologic procedures such as mammography or computed tomography.
Median Salary
$48,170
Education Requirements
Radiologic technologists need a certificate, associate- or bachelor’s degree. Two-year associate degrees are the most popular. Programs include classroom and clinical instruction in anatomy and physiology, radiation physics, and medical ethics, among others. The Federal Government sets voluntary standards that states may use for accrediting training programs and licensing radiologic technologists. In 2007, 40 states required licensure for practicing radiologic technologists..
Job Outlook
Employment is expected to grow faster than average, with a 15% increase through 2016. As the population grows and ages, there will be increased demand for diagnostic imaging. Although hospitals will remain the principal employer of radiologic technologists, a number of new jobs will be found in offices of physicians and diagnostic imaging centers.
Radiologic technologists take x-rays and administer nonradioactive materials into patients’ bloodstreams for diagnostic purposes. Also known as radiographer, they produce x-rays, prepare patients for radiologic exams, and operate radiologic equipment. Advanced radiologic technologists may perform more complex imaging procedures. Some radiographer specialize in various radiologic procedures such as mammography or computed tomography.
Median Salary
$48,170
Education Requirements
Radiologic technologists need a certificate, associate- or bachelor’s degree. Two-year associate degrees are the most popular. Programs include classroom and clinical instruction in anatomy and physiology, radiation physics, and medical ethics, among others. The Federal Government sets voluntary standards that states may use for accrediting training programs and licensing radiologic technologists. In 2007, 40 states required licensure for practicing radiologic technologists..
Job Outlook
Employment is expected to grow faster than average, with a 15% increase through 2016. As the population grows and ages, there will be increased demand for diagnostic imaging. Although hospitals will remain the principal employer of radiologic technologists, a number of new jobs will be found in offices of physicians and diagnostic imaging centers.
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