Radiologic Technicians Education & Training

Radiologic technology schools are increasingly embracing inclusivity by providing support for individuals with prior incarceration history. These programs offer comprehensive training and job readiness courses to equip individuals, including those with criminal backgrounds, for a successful career in radiologic technology.

Operate Medical Imaging Machines

With training as a radiologic technician, you can learn practical skills for working in hospitals, clinics, or imaging centers. This includes  positioning patients, operating x-ray, and CT scan machines, and managing the workflow of a medical imaging department.

Radiologic Technicians Jobs

Obtaining a degree in radiologic technology opens doors to a wide range of career opportunities. Some roles that graduates can pursue with a radiologic technology degree include:

  • Bone densitometry technologist
  • Cardiovascular-interventional technologist
  • CT technologist
  • Mammography technologist
  • MRI technologist
  • Radiologic technologist
  • Radiation therapist

Other Jobs in Radiologic Technology

Beyond direct radiologic technician roles, individuals with a radiologic technology education can explore diverse career paths such as:

  • Picture archiving and communication system (PACS) administrator
  • Radiation safety officer
  • Radiology department manager
  • Radiology equipment sales representative
  • Radiology informatics specialist

Radiologic Technicians Job Outlook

Overall employment of radiologic and MRI technologists is projected to grow six percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.

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