Radiologic Technologist
Radiologic Technologist Job Description
Radiologic Technologists 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.
Radiologic Technologist Salary Statistics as of 2015
Average annual salary for a Radiologic Technologist is $44756 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest salary recorded was $64329. The lowest salary reported was $33496. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.
Median hourly wage for a Radiologic Technologist is $22.26 based on statistics in the U.S. as of 2015. The highest hourly rate recorded was $31.99. The lowest hourly rate recorded was $16.66. These figures will vary on a state to state basis as these are averages across all 50 states.
Bonuses for a Radiologic Technologist are based on the years of experience using statistics from the U.S. as of 2015. The average bonus recorded was $0 from people with 15+ years of experience. The average bonus recorded was $0 from people with under 1 year of experience.
These are the highest paying states for a Radiologic Technologist. These numbers are based off the median annual salary as of 2015.
California – $30,410 – $78,906
Florida – $45,000 – $57,042
Georgia – $34,000 – $41,977
Michigan – n/a
New York – $28,265 – $75,930
Tennessee – $30,000 – $40,695
Texas – $29,270 – $48,164
These are the highest paying cities for a Radiologic Technologist. These numbers are based off the median annual salary as of 2015.
New York, New York –
Houston, Texas –
Atlanta, Georgia –
San Diego, California –
Chattanooga, Tennessee –
Indianapolis, Indiana –
Boise, Idaho –
This chart outlines the average annual salary of a Radiologic Technologist from the past 5 years. In 2015 the average annual salary was $44756 while in 2007 it was just $41505.94
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Based on our stats gathered across the U.S. 29% of Radiologic Technologists were males while 71% were females. These numbers are based on averages across all states combined. Some individual states may have a much different ratio however.
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