Radiologic Technologists and Technicians

SOC: 29-2034 O*NET: 29-2034.00
Median Salary
$77,660
per year
Job Growth
πŸ“ˆ 4.3%
Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
12.9
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3

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.

Overview

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.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Distribution by Percentile

Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.

10th
$46,596
25th
$62,128
50th (Median)
$77,660
75th
$93,192
90th
$116,490

Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.

Typical Benefits Package

Health & Wellness

  • βœ“Health Insurance
  • βœ“Dental Insurance
  • βœ“Vision Insurance
  • βœ“Mental Health Support
  • βœ“Wellness Programs

Financial Benefits

  • βœ“401(k) Retirement Plan
  • βœ“Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
  • βœ“Profit Sharing
  • βœ“Stock Options
  • βœ“Performance Bonuses

Work-Life Balance

  • βœ“Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
  • βœ“Paid Sick Leave
  • βœ“Flexible Work Arrangements
  • βœ“Remote Work Options
  • βœ“Parental Leave

Professional Development

  • βœ“Tuition Reimbursement
  • βœ“Professional Certifications
  • βœ“Conference Attendance
  • βœ“Training Programs
  • βœ“Mentorship Opportunities

Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.

Job Market Intelligence

Job Market Intelligence

Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk

Current Employment

National Employment:228,000

10-Year Outlook

Growth Rate:+4.3%
Annual Openings:12,900

Employment Projections

2024 (Current)228,000
Current
2034 (Projected)237,800
+4.3%
+9,800
Employment Change
+4.3%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection

Growth Category: As fast as average

Key Growth Factors

  • β€’Average growth expected

Top Skills

βœ“
Active Listening
Active Listening
βœ“
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
βœ“
Speaking
Speaking
βœ“
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
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Service Orientation
Service Orientation
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Monitoring
Monitoring
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Operation and Control
Operation and Control
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Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
βœ“
Coordination
Coordination
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Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring

Key Knowledge Areas

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Medicine and Dentistry
βœ“
Customer and Personal Service
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English Language
βœ“
Computers and Electronics
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Administrative
βœ“
Education and Training
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Public Safety and Security
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Psychology
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Physics
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Biology

Education & Training

Education Required

Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree

Experience Required

Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required

Job Training

Training of more than one year