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Studies and surveys on future manpower demands by both government and private agencies consistently identify Radiologic Technology as one of the professions that will be in greatest demand well into the new century. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has identified those Radiologic Technologists who are multi-discipline certified as those who will be in greatest demand, and who will command the highest salaries and prestige in the imaging sciences. Radiologic Technologists enjoy employment opportunities in a wide range of settings that include:
- Hospitals
- Clinics
- Physician's Office
- Applications and Sales
- Education
- Research
Radiologic Technologists provide invaluable services in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury through an exciting array of imaging/treatment modalities that include:
- Radiography/Fluoroscopy
- Computed Tomography
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- Nuclear Medicine
- Cardiovascular/Interventional Technology
- Mammography
- Bone Densitometry
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Dosimetry
Salary Expectations Entry level registered Radiologic Technologists can expect starting annual salaries of from $20,000 to $30,000 depending on geographical region and circumstances of employment.
Registered technologists with certification in more than one discipline and moderate experience can expect to earn from $30,000 to $60,000 annually. Managers and administrators, and some applications and sales specialists enjoy annual earnings of $60,000 plus. |
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