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Radiologic Technologists

Radiologic technologists use special equipment to create images of internal organs, tissues, and bones.

Radiologic technologists, also known as radiologic technicians or radiographers, provide information that is used to diagnose medical problems. They create images of the inside of the body.

Radiologic Technologists are in the Health Science career cluster and the Diagnostic Services pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

 Well above the statewide median

$28.92 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

 Percent Growth   28%

Well above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

 Associate degree is common.

On the Job:

 Work Activities
  • Get instructions from doctors about which procedures to perform.
  • Explain radiological procedures such as x-rays, fluoroscopies, and sonograms to patients.
  • Make sure that patients remove jewelry or other items that imaging equipment cannot see through.
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Job Title Examples:

 Computed Tomography Radiologic Technologist (CT Rt),  Mammographer,  Mammography Technologist 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.