CT Technician / Technologist
Take x-rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's bloodstream for diagnostic or research purposes. Includes radiologic technologists and technicians who specialize in other scanning modalities.
At a Glance
CT Technician / Technologist. Top skills: Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified.
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Varies
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Radiologic Technologists and Technicians
Median Wage
$77,660/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+4.3%
Education
Associate's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (20)
Radiology
X-Ray Computed Tomography
Radiation Protection
Radiography
Medical Imaging
Anatomy
Tomography
Patient Positioning
R (Programming Language)
Biopsies
Trauma Care
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Fluoroscopy
Medical Terminology
Geriatrics
Venipuncture
Hospital Information Systems
Patient Education And Counseling
Point-Of-Care Testing
Common Skills (5)
Communication
Customer Service
Computer Literacy
Quality Control
Ingenuity
Certifications (5)
American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certified
ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
ARRT Radiography (R) Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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