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What is a Radiographer or Radiologic Technologist?

The Profession

Radiographer positioning a patient

A radiologic technologist creates quality diagnostic images of the human body.

Radiography is the use of ionizing radiation to produce detailed diagnostic images of the human body. The quality of the radiographs is dependent upon the judgment, knowledge, and skill of the radiographer who assists the Radiologist (a physician specially trained in radiology to diagnose disease and injury) by operating highly technical equipment safely and efficiently. The Radiographer must have a solid foundation in anatomy, physics, biology, and the professional and technical disciplines related to radiologic science.

Average starting wage: $56,056
Middle-range wage: $65,246
Job after graduation from our UNMC Radiography program: 98%

What is radiography and why should you get your degree at the University of Nebraska Medical Center? Hear from our students and faculty.

Professional Organization Links

Most health care professions have professional organizations at state and national levels. These provide valuable information for prospective students as well as working professionals.

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
The ARRT is the world's largest credentialing organization that seeks to ensure high quality patient care in radiologic technology. ARRT tests and certifies technologists and administers continuing education and ethics requirements for their annual registration.
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists
The ASRT is the world's largest radiologic science organization. Its 112,000 members are radiologic technologists throughout the United States and overseas.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) promotes excellence in education and elevates the quality and safety of patient care through the accreditation of educational programs in radiography, radiation therapy, magnetic resonance, and medical dosimetry.
The Nebraska Society of Radiologic Technologists
To empower, promote and advance our profession.

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