Vermont Radiology Tech Training and Careers

Radiographers working in Vermont (VT) 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 Vermont and/or x ray tech schools in Vermont on this page to mean the same thing.

Top Schools for Radiology Tech Training Vermont

Radiology tech programs in Vermont 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).

Below is a list of the top 2 schools and colleges in Vermont that offer accredited or approved radiology tech programs and degrees.

Radiology Tech Requirements in Vermont

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

• Obtain an Associates Degree in Radiology: To become a radiology tech in Vermont 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 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 Vermont.
• 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 Vermont 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 Vermont Secretary of State’s Office of Professional Regulation (OPR).

State Board: Vermont Secretary of State’s Office of Professional Regulation (OPR)
Website: https://sos.vermont.gov
Phone: (802) 828-3228

Radiology Tech Salary Vermont

The average annual salary for radiology techs in Vermont is $66,100. This equates to an hourly wage of $31.78 per hour.

Over the past five years, salary levels for radiology techs in the state have grown by 9.5%, or $5,760.

Radiology techs in Vermont earn just slightly below 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 $47,140 whilst the top 10% made $79,340 per annum.

See the table below for salaries and employment by metro area in Vermont.

Radiology Tech Employment in Vermont

There are currently 420 people working as radiology techs in Vermont (2021). The employment of radiology techs in Vermont has experienced no change at 0.0%, or 0 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 Vermont

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