Hourly Rate for Radiology Technologist Jobs

Updated: 10 Feb 2012
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Hourly Rate$15.27 - $29.19  
   
Overtime$22.37 - $44.69  
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$31,329 - $64,850  
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Popular Industries

Hourly Rate

Healthcare$15.29 - $29.55
Hospital$15.80 - $30.28
Radiology$14.60 - $28.56
Health Clinic$14.06 - $27.77
Orthopedics$15.29 - $27.34

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Key Statistics for Radiology Technologist Jobs

Gender
Female
66%
female alumni
 
Male
34%
male alumni
Hourly Rate:$17.64 - $23.87 $18.47 - $26.44
Years of Experience
Less than 1 year
7%
1-4 years
45%
5-9 years
23%
10-19 years
15%
20 years or more
10%
Most Common Health Benefits
medical benefits Medical: 73% dental benefits Dental: 59%
vision benefits Vision: 45% employee benefits None: 24%

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Career Path for Radiology Technologist Jobs

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Common Future Jobs

Radiology Technologist

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$31,329 - $64,850
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Radiologic Technologist
$32,076 - $63,809
Radiographer
$30,871 - $61,365
Waiter/Waitress
$7,773 - $39,043
 
Common Future Jobs

Radiology Technologist

Salary Range

$31,329 - $64,850
payscale
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technologist
$41,675 - $79,486
Licensed Radiologic Technologist
$32,297 - $61,671
Computed Tomography (CT) Scan Technologist
$41,810 - $77,730
 

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Radiology Technologist Job Description

People with the job title Radiology Technologist typically fall into one of the following PayScale standard occupations.

Operate radiograph equipment to produce x-rays of the body for diagnostic purposes under direction of a physician. Explain procedure to patient, position and immobilize patient on exam table and observe during scan. Monitor video display of area being scanned and adjust density or contrast to improve picture quality. Review and evaluate film to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes. Use radiation safety measures and protection devices to comply with government regulations and to ensure safety of patients and staff.

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Salaries for Radiology Tech Jobs

Researching current wages and salaries for radiologic technologists shows some variation in salary range depending on location and how much experience he or she has. Another influential factor is employer type since radiologic technologists work in a variety of health care settings. Which cities offer a higher average salary for radiologic technologist positions? According to PayScale’s data, wages in Phoenix, Arizona and Miami, Florida are currently higher than in many other cities. To see how different cities compare, take a look at the chart showing Salaries for Radiology Tech Jobs by city. You can also use the PayScale Cost of Living Calculator to see how numerous cities compare when it comes to both Cost of Living and Radiologic Technologist Salaries.

Like many other health care careers, the job outlook for this field is very positive. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts a faster-than-average rate of growth for radiologic technologist jobs. Also according to the BLS, greater employment opportunities will be available to technologists who are skilled at more than one procedure. If you’re just starting a training program for this job, be sure to check out the chart showing the Salary for Radiologic Technologist by Skill. Whether it’s CT, MRI or another area of expertise, you can find out which skills could be most valuable to you in the future.

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I think the strongest ability is to be a good team worker. It's important that if you don't see it at your job, do your best to make it happen. Then your job will be more secure and you will be needed as a team member.
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