Radiology Technician Salary Guide
Whether you just graduated from a radiography program or you’re an experienced radiology technician looking to increase your earnings, it’s essential to understand the factors determining your pay. Education and experience are two top considerations regarding radiology technician salary, but you should also explore how location, employer choice and certification can affect your earning potential.
This guide breaks down the average radiology technician salary in several states and compares salaries for similar allied health roles. You also get tips to increase your compensation as you build a rewarding career.
Average Radiology Technician Salary
$40.04/hour
The average salary for a Radiology Technician is $40.04 per hour. This is 7% lower than the practicing US average of $42.71.
Last updated on September 18, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Salaries for Radiology Technician compared to Allied Health Professional National Averages
$40.04/hour
7% lower than the practicing US average.
$42.71/hour
United States
Where do Radiology Technicians get paid the most?
| State | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| California | $55 | $83 |
| Colorado | $43 | $58 |
| Florida | $35 | $47 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Radiology Technician jobs?
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Montefiore Medical Center | $45 | $53 |
| Kaiser Permanente | $41 | $59 |
| MultiCare Health System | $38 | $42 |
| Core Medical-Perm | $36 | $36 |
| PennState Health | $35 | $35 |
| Sutter Health | $34 | $39 |
| UCHealth (Colorado) | $32 | $34 |
| LanceSoft - QIA | $31 | $31 |
| Stability Direct | $29 | $29 |
Last updated on September 18, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Radiology Technician Career Guide
Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.
Go to the guideTop Radiology Technician Jobs
Radiology Technician
- Cooley Dickinson Hospital
- Northampton, MA
- 1x8 hrs
Radiology Technician
- Healthcare Support Permanent Placement
- Fort Collins, CO
- 5x8 hrs
Radiology Technician
- Healthcare Support Permanent Placement
- Sanford, FL
- 3x12 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
Level II - Radiology Technician
- Sutter Health
- Roseville, CA
Radiology Technician
- Healthcare Support Permanent Placement
- Colorado Springs, CO
- 5x8 hrs
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Ways to Increase Your Pay as a Radiology Technician
The more experience you have on the job, the higher your earning potential. However, those wanting to kick their salary up a notch in less time have a few options.
Get Certified
Healthcare employers often pay a premium for employees who go above and beyond the minimum job requirements. Therefore, taking the initiative to earn professional certification may help you qualify for higher-paying jobs and opportunities for career advancement. One of the most common options for radiology technicians is the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography Registered Technologist R.T.(R)(ARRT) certification. To obtain this credential, you need to complete three steps.
Educational Requirements
The first step is to complete an associate degree or higher at an ARRT-approved educational program. Your degree must be in the same ARRT credential you’re pursuing. Thus, if you want the R.T.(R)(ARRT) certification, you must complete a radiography degree that includes all didactic and clinical competency requirements.
Ethical Requirements
The second step is meeting ARRT’s ethics requirements. When you apply for the R.T.(R)(ARRT) credential, you must answer several questions about your criminal history and disclose whether you have any charges or convictions, including:
Guilty pleas
Traffic violations involving drugs or alcohol
Traffic violations charged as misdemeanors or felonies
Convictions with suspended sentences and pleas of no contest
You must also disclose whether you’ve ever had a professional license, certification, registration or permit suspended, revoked or denied. Disclosures must include being placed on probation or subjected to any disciplinary actions.
Exam Requirements
The third step is to take the ARRT certification exam. This computer-based exam has 200 scored questions covering the following content categories:
Patient Care (33 questions)
Patient Interactions and Management
Image Production (51 questions)
Image Acquisition and Evaluation
Equipment Operation and Quality Assurance
Safety (50 questions)
Radiation Protection
Radiation Physics/Radiobiology
Procedures (66 questions)
Extremity
Thorax and Abdomen
Head, Spine and Pelvis
Work in Underserved Areas
Medically underserved areas of the country receive the medically underserved area (MUA) classification because they meet at least one of the following criteria:
High poverty rate
Large number of elderly residents
High infant mortality rate
Shortage of primary care providers
California, Texas and Illinois have the highest number of MUA designations in the country. It’s often difficult to entice medical professionals to MUAs, so if you’re willing to move to one of these areas or take on a travel job for several months in an MUA, you may qualify for higher starting pay and additional benefits.
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