Radiological Technologist

Code: 29-2034.00

Also known as: Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist), Mammographer, Radiographer, Radiological Technologist, Radiology Technician (Radiology Tech), Radiology Technologist, Registered Radiographer, X-Ray Technician (X-Ray Tech), X-Ray Technologist (X-Ray Tech)

Description: Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Radiological Technologist

Typical wages


10% $42,180
25% $50,670
Median $61,900
75% $76,520
90% $92,660
10% $20.28
25% $24.36
Median $29.76
75% $36.79
90% $44.55

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
212,000
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
226,100
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 12,000