Radiology Tech Schools in Indiana 2022

Radiographers in Indiana (IN) are also commonly referred to as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and, quite often, as x ray technicians/techs. On this page, we will most frequently use the terms radiology tech schools in Indiana and/or x ray tech schools in Indiana to mean the same thing.

There are 4,900 people working as radiology technologists / x ray technologists in Indiana, earning approximately $60,620 per year.

Below you will find information on the top schools in your area offering radiology tech programs, information on how to become a radiology tech in Indiana, as well as up-to-date careers information.

Accredited Radiology Tech Schools in Indiana

The table below lists all schools in Indiana offering programs in radiography which have been accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) as well as any American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) recognised programs in Indiana.

There are currently 18 JRCERT and ARRT accredited or approved radiology tech schools in Indiana.

How to Become a Radiology Tech in Indiana

To begin your career as a radiology tech in Indiana, you will need to graduate from an accredited or approved  program and fulfil licensing requirements before obtaining employment.

• Obtain an Associates Degree in Radiology: To become a radiology tech in Indiana you will need to have completed a recognised radiology program at an accredited school. Employers will usually prefer an associate’s degree at a minimum.
• ARRT Exams: An associates degree is also a minimum requirement to apply to sit the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) exams which are required for licensing in most states. The ARRT exams are computer-based and are administered at Pearson VUE testing centres throughout Indiana.
• Nuclear Medicine Techs: If you wish to specialise in nuclear medicine technology you will need to sit and pass the specialist exams set by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
• Licensing Requirements: To work as a radiology tech in Indiana requires licensing. Once you have successfully passed the ARRT (or NMTCB) exams you can apply for a license in your state.
• Limited License Options: Candidates can also apply for a limited license. A limited license allows the holder to take x-rays of select parts of the anatomy while under supervision. Examples of limited licenses include chest, dental, orthopaedic, podiatric, etc.
• Continuing Education Requirements: You will need to renew your license on a regular basis. License renewal typically requires the completion of continuing education hours.

For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements, you can contact the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) Division of Radiology and Weights & Measures.

State Board: Indiana Department of Health (IDOH) Division of Radiology and Weights & Measures
Website: https://in.gov
Phone: (317) 233-1325

Salaries for Radiology Techs in Indiana

At $60,620, or $29.14 per hour, the average annual salary for radiologic techs in Indiana is nearly 9% greater than the national average of $66,490 (2022) for the profession.

Average annual salaries for radiology techs in Indiana have experienced a growth of 10.3%, or $5,640, in the 5 years since 2016.

Salary levels vary depending on years of experience, employer and location;

• The bottom 10% of earners (entry-level) made just $46,990 whilst the top 10% made $78,160 per annum.
• Those located in Lafayette-West Lafayette earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $65,620 per annum, whilst those in Evansville earned some of the lowest average salaries at $53,420 per annum.

Employment of Radiology Techs in Indiana

There are currently 4,900 people employed as radiology techs in Indiana. This represents a growth of 12.6%, or 550 jobs, since 2016.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates a 6% increase in radiology tech positions across the country between 2021 and 2031.

Related careers in Indiana

The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in Indiana with other closely related careers.