Alaskan Options in Radiologic Technology

The field of radiology is growing around the country and the state of Alaska, like many states in the US, is currently experiencing a shortage of qualified radiology technologists. As a result, this is a great time to begin a career in radiology in Alaska. (Leer esta información en español)

The overall shortage of radiology technicians means that jobs are readily available to qualified individuals, and it also means that salaries are currently very competitive compared to other fields.

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What you can earn in Alaska

Alaska employs 370 radiologic technologists, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS survey for May 2025. The median annual wage in the state is $98,920. If you are starting out, you can expect to earn around $74,210 at the 10th percentile. With experience and specialization, you can reach $126,860 at the 90th percentile.

MRI technologists in Alaska earn a median of $120,610, which is $21,690 more than the general radiologic technologist median. Adding an MRI specialization changes your earning potential. About 100 MRI technologists work in the state, and the top 10 percent earn $127,010 annually.

Radiologic Technology Schools in Alaska

University of Alaska Anchorage

The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) offers a five-semester Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Radiologic Technology. The radiologic technology program qualifies graduates to apply for work as medical radiographers and to certify with the AART. Select distance-delivered program sites are available in areas such as Fairbanks, Juneau, and Kenai. Individuals in those areas who want to pursue radiologic technology should contact UAA for more information about distance learning. 

University of Alaska Fairbanks

The University of Alaska Fairbanks Community and Technical College offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Radiologic Technology in cooperation with Fairbanks Memorial Hospital and the University of Alaska Career and Technical College. The five-semester program is designed around the requirements for certification with ARRT. Students will have the opportunity to gain over 1200 clinic hours at Fairbanks Memorial, Bassett Army Hospital, and the Tanana Valley Clinic.

Large Employers in Radiology

There are several large hospitals and medical centers in Alaska to which radiologic technologists may want to apply. Population centers with these kinds of facilities employ the largest numbers of radiologic technologists, but small clinics and doctors’ offices in sparse areas may also employ technologists. 

Providence Alaska Medical Center, locations in Anchorage, Kodiak Island, Mat-Su Valley, Seward, and Valdez
3200 Providence Drive
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
(907) 562-2211

Alaska Regional Hospital, Anchorage
2801 Debarr Road
Anchorage, AK 99508-2997
(907) 264–1754

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, Fairbanks
1650 Cowles Street
Fairbanks, AK 99701
907-452-8181

Bartlett Regional Hospital, Juneau
3260 Hospital Drive
Juneau, Alaska 99801
907-796-8900

Sitka Community Hospital, Sitka
209 Moller Avenue
Sitka, Alaska 99835
907-747-3241

Professional Organizations

Current or aspiring radiologic technologists in Alaska may seek support from the Alaska Society of Radiologic Technologists (AKSRT), which is the Alaska affiliate of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Individuals seeking jobs for which nationally recognized certification and registration are necessary should also contact the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).