Below you will find information on all the top accredited radiology schools near you in Oregon (OR). We also provide information on licensing and certification requirements, as well as salary and employment data.
Please note: radiographers are also referred to as radiology technologists/technicians, rad techs and x ray technicians/techs and on this page we may switch between the terms radiology tech schools in Oregon and/or x ray tech schools in Oregon to mean the same thing.
Oregon Schools with Radiology Tech Programs
| College | City | Degree | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn-Benton Community College | Albany | ARRT | |
| Oregon Institute of Technology | Klamath Falls | ARRT | |
| Portland Community College | Portland | Associate | JRCERT, ARRT |
Above is a list of Oregon’s top 3 schools and colleges that offer accredited or approved radiology tech programs and degrees.
Radiology tech programs in Oregon are usually accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and/or approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Steps to Becoming a Radiology Tech in Oregon
To become a radiology tech in Oregon you will need to graduate from an approved/accredited program.
Once you have graduated, you will need to take additional licensing exams before applying for you radiology tech license. Licensing exams are set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Your license will allow you to work as a radiology tech in Oregon however you will need to maintain your license regularly and fulfil continuing education requirements.
For more information on licensing, certification, and continuing education requirements for radiology techs you can contact the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging on the details below:
State Board: Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
Website: https://oregon.gov
Phone: (971) 673-0215
How much do Radiology Techs in Oregon make?
At $78,800 per annum, or $37.89 per hour, the average salary for radiologic techs in Oregon is 18.5% greater than the national average of $66,490 for the profession in 2022.
| Salary | $78,800 |
| # Employed | 2,200 |
| Hourly Pay | $37.89 |
| Top 10% | $100,660 |
| Bottom 10% | $59,500 |
Over the last five years, salary levels for radiology techs in the state grew by 10.3%, or $7,350.
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 $59,500 whilst the top 10% made $100,660 per annum.
- Those in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro had some of the highest salary levels in the state at $81,270, whilst those in Bend-Redmond earned some of the lowest average salaries at $70,560 per annum.
The table below shows the income and employment of radiology techs across the top metro areas in Oregon.
| Metro Area | Average Salary | # Employed |
|---|---|---|
| Bend-Redmond | $70,560 | 80 |
| Eugene | $74,650 | 200 |
| Medford | $70,610 | 160 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | $81,270 | 1,240 |
| Salem | $78,350 | 220 |
Radiology Tech Employment in Oregon
There are currently 2,200 people employed as radiology techs in Oregon. This equates to a rise of 1.4%, or 30 jobs, since 2016.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has predicted a 6% increase in radiology tech positions across the country between 2021 and 2031.
The table below compares radiology tech income and employment in Oregon with other closely related careers.
| Salary | Employment | |
|---|---|---|
| Radiology Tech | $78,800 | 2,200 |
| Nuclear Med Tech | $96,830 | 150 |
| Ultrasound Tech | $95,420 | 900 |
| MRI Tech | $92,820 | 410 |
| Cardiovascular Tech | $82,040 | 820 |