How to Become a Radiologist Technician
The job of a radiologist technician is to use radiology machines that will show images of the body. A radiology technician may work at a hospital, office, or in their own practice. A radiology technician has the opportunity to take X-rays, MRIs, CT scans, and various other scans using the radiology equipment.
- Graduate from high school. During your high school years you should maintain very good grades in subjects such as biology, chemistry and science.
- Search online for different radiology schools in and around your area.
- Decide what type of program you would like to attend. You may want to go to college to become a radiology technician or you may want to attend a vocational program instead.
- Enroll in the radiology program at the school of your choice.
- During your schooling, attend as many internships as possible. The internships will look good on your resume when you are applying for jobs.
- Complete your radiology program. You will typically need to attend for two years if you want your associates degree and four years if you want your bachelor's degree.
- Begin studying for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists exam. If you pass this exam, you will receive a certification as radiology technician.
- Pass the exam and prove that you have a complete understanding of what it takes to be a radiology technician.
- Build a resume. Your resume should include any experience that you have. Internship experience looks great on a resume. You will also want to list any certifications and degrees that you have.
- Apply for several radiology technician jobs until you finally get the job you are looking for. The radiology school that you attended may be able to help you find a job.