Radiographers in North Dakota (ND) are responsible for the operation of x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic images to assist radiologists and physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Radiographers are also known as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and x-ray technicians/techs.
We will most frequently use the terms radiology tech schools in North Dakota and/or x-ray tech schools in North Dakota on this page to mean the same thing.
Top Schools for Radiology Tech Training North Dakota
Radiology tech programs in North Dakota are most commonly accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and/or approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Below is a list of the top 4 schools and colleges in North Dakota that offer accredited or approved radiology tech programs and degrees.
| College | City | Degree | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Alexius Med Ctr-U of Mary | Bismarck | ARRT | |
| Sanford Bismarck Medical Center | Bismarck | Certificate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Sanford Medical Center/Sanford Health | Fargo | Certificate | JRCERT, ARRT |
| Trinity Hospital/Trinity Health | Minot | Certificate | JRCERT, ARRT |
Radiology Tech Requirements in North Dakota
To begin your career as a radiology tech in North Dakota, you will need to graduate from an accredited program and fulfil licensing requirements before obtaining employment.
- Obtain an Associate’s Degree in Radiology: To become a radiology tech in North Dakota you will need to have completed a recognised radiology program at an accredited school. Employers will usually have a preference for an associates degree at a minimum.
- ARRT Exams: An associates degree is also a minimum requirement for applying 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 North Dakota.
- 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 North Dakota 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 license 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 North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board.
State Board: North Dakota Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board
Website: https://ndmirtboard.com
Phone: (701) 425-0861
Radiology Tech Salaries North Dakota
| Salary | $59,220 |
| # Employed | 890 |
| Hourly Pay | $28.47 |
| Top 10% | $76,820 |
| Bottom 10% | $47,210 |
The average annual salary for radiology techs in North Dakota is $59,220. This equates to an hourly wage of $28.47 per hour.
Over the past five years salary levels for radiology techs in the state have increased by 8.2%, or $4,490.
Radiology techs in North Dakota earn almost 11% less than the national average of $66,490 for the profession.
Salary levels within the state will vary depending on your metro area, years of experience, and place of employment.
- The bottom 10% of earners (entry-level) made just $47,210 whilst the top 10% made $76,820 per annum.
- Those located in Fargo earned some of the highest salaries in the state at $59,500 per annum, whilst those in Grand Forks earned some of the lowest average salaries at $58,410 per annum.
See the table below for salaries and employment by metro area in North Dakota.
| Metro Area | Average Salary | # Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Bismarck | $59,360 | 180 |
| Fargo | $59,500 | 350 |
| Grand Forks | $58,410 | 120 |
Radiology Tech Employment in North Dakota
There are currently 890 people working as radiology techs in North Dakota (2021). The employment of radiology techs in North Dakota experienced a very large rise of 45.9%, or 280 jobs, since 2016.
Going forward the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment growth of 6% nationwide between 2021 and 2031. This is around the same as for all other professions.
Related careers in North Dakota
The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in North Dakota with other closely related careers.
| Salary | Employment | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiology Tech | $59,220 | 890 |
| Ultrasound Tech | $69,950 | 250 |
| MRI Tech | $69,570 | 90 |
| Cardiovascular Tech | $55,760 | 130 |
| Nuclear Med Tech | $78,010 | 50 |