Summary Diagnostic Imaging Technologist in Canada

Find key facts and figures about working as a diagnostic imaging technologist. The following information is applicable to all Medical radiation technologists (NOC 32121).

Description

Medical radiation technologists use radiation and electromagnetism to produce images of body structures for the diagnosis and treatment of injury and disease and use radiation therapy equipment to administer radiation treatment. They are employed in hospitals, cancer treatment centres, clinics, radiological laboratories, colleges and universities. Medical radiation technologists who are supervisors or instructors are included in this unit group.

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Requirements

College or apprenticeship

This occupation usually requires a college diploma (community college, institute of technology or CÉGEP), an apprenticeship training of 2 or more years, or experience working in a supervisory occupation.

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Wages

$39.00/hour

Median wage in Canada

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

102 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Operation and Control
  • Coordinating
  • Instructing
  • Monitoring

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