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Radiologic technologists, often called rad techs, play a critical role in modern healthcare. They operate advanced imaging equipment like X-ray, CT, and MRI machines to help physicians diagnose and treat patients. Whether you’re considering entering the field or taking your skills on the road as a travel radiologic technologist, this rewarding career offers both stability and flexibility.
At Aequor, we connect talented healthcare professionals like you with opportunities that fit your goals—across hospitals, outpatient centers, and mobile imaging facilities nationwide.
A radiologic technologist, sometimes called a rad tech, plays a critical role in healthcare by producing diagnostic images (like X-rays, CT scans, MRI scans) that help physicians evaluate and treat patients. Their job typically involves:
● Preparing and positioning patients for imaging procedures.
● Operating imaging equipment, setting exposure parameters, capturing high-quality images.
● Ensuring safety protocols around radiation: using shielding, positioning, verifying settings.
● Working with physicians, radiologists, and other clinical staff to provide images that support diagnosis or treatment monitoring.
● Sometimes specializing in advanced modalities (MRI, interventional radiology, nuclear medicine) which may bring higher pay and more advanced skill sets.
Because imaging is essential in almost every healthcare setting , including hospitals, outpatient centers, physician offices,and diagnostics labs, rad techs are central to modern care.
If you’re drawn to healthcare technology and patient care, becoming a radiologic technologist can be a fulfilling career path. Here’s how to get started:
Most radiologic technologists earn an associate degree in radiologic technology, though some pursue a bachelor’s degree. Programs typically take 2–4 years and include coursework in anatomy, radiation physics, and patient care, as well as clinical rotations in imaging settings.
Clinical practice is a key part of your education. You’ll work directly with patients and imaging equipment to learn positioning techniques, radiation safety, and image evaluation.
After graduation, most technologists pursue certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Many states also require a state-issued license, which may depend on passing the ARRT exam.
Once you’ve gained experience, you can advance your career by specializing in areas such as:
● Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
● Computed Tomography (CT)
● Mammography
● Interventional Radiology
● Nuclear Medicine
These specialties often come with increased responsibility and higher pay.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS):
● The average salary for radiologic and MRI technologists in 2024 was $78,980 per year, or $37.97 per hour.
● Employment is projected to grow 5% from 2024 to 2034, faster than the average for all occupations.
● About 15,400 job openings for radiologic and MRI technologists are projected each year, largely due to workers retiring or transferring to other occupations.
This means strong demand, steady job security, and opportunities across the country, especially for those open to travel assignments.
Travel radiologic technologists take temporary contracts at healthcare facilities experiencing staffing shortages or seasonal surges. Working as a travel rad tech can offer several advantages:
Aequor’s dedicated allied health recruiters make it easy to find travel assignments that fit your skills, goals, and lifestyle. We handle the details, licensing support, credentialing, travel coordination, so you can focus on what you do best: providing quality patient care.
We also offer:
Becoming a radiologic technologist opens the door to a stable, high-demand career that blends cutting edge technology with meaningful patient care. And if you’re ready to take your skills nationwide, Aequor can help you find travel assignments that match your expertise and adventure goals.
Ready to explore your next opportunity?
Visit Aequor’s self service talent portal to view open travel radiologic technologist positions. Get connected with an Aequor recruiter to learn more and start your journey today.
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