Vermont – Education Options for Tomorrow’s Radiologic Technicians

The state of Vermont offers students in radiologic technology the opportunity to pursue either an Associate of Science or a Bachelor of Science degree. In a state and a region with a comparatively high cost of living, radiologic technology is a career field that offers fairly high salaries, and good benefits.

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Health sciences, and radiologic technology, in particular, is also a very fast-growing field and offers promising job prospects to new professionals.

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Responsibilities of a Radiologic Technologist in Vermont

include:

  • Operating X-rays and other medical imaging equipment to produce images of patients’ bodies
  • Administering radiation therapy treatments, under the direction of a licensed medical practitioner
  • Assisting radiologists in diagnosing medical conditions using the images produced
  • Observing safety protocols to minimize radiation exposure to both patients and technicians
  • Maintaining and calibrating medical imaging equipment
  • Performing magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography
  • Performing office duties, such as scheduling appointments, collecting payments, and maintaining records

Radiology Requirements in Vermont

Radiologic science professionals in Vermont must pass the appropriate state or national exam to practice, or have a current certification from a state with equivalent standards. The national exam for radiographers, radiation therapists, fusion imaging technicians, and X-ray technicians is overseen by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), and the exam for nuclear medicine practitioners is overseen by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). All radiologic science professionals in this state are required to complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years.

Radiologic Technology Schools in Vermont

University of Vermont: The University of Vermont in Burlington is a small but nationally acclaimed public university in the state of Vermont. Students at this university may pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in medical radiation sciences. The program takes approximately four years to complete, and students must be granted acceptance to the university before entering the program.

Southern Vermont College: Southern Vermont College in Bennington is a private four-year liberal arts college. Among the majors offered here is a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Sciences. Transfer students with an existing two-year degree and ARRT certifications are often able to complete the Southern Vermont curriculum in under 1.5 years. Without a previous degree or certification, the full program of study at Southern Vermont should take two years for transfer students and four years for new students.

Other Radiology Technician Schools to Consider

College of Saint Joseph: The College of Saint Joseph in Rutland is a private Catholic institution with two programs in radiography. Students in radiography at Saint Joseph may pursue either a Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Science degree or a Bachelor of Science in Radiography Management.

Large Employers in Radiology

Hospitals and medical centers are the largest single employers of radiologic technology professionals. The small state of Vermont has a relatively small number of full-service hospitals, so job hunters in this state may also look to doctors’ offices and diagnostic centers.

Grace Cottage Hospital
PO Box 216
Townshend, VT 05353
(802) 365-7920

Mt Ascutney Hospital
289 County Road
Windsor, VT 05089
(802) 674-6711

Northwestern Medical Center Inc
133 Fairfield Street
Saint Albans, VT 05478
(802) 524-1231

Gifford Medical Center
44 South Main Street
Randolph, VT 05060
(802) 728-4441

Southwestern Vermont Medical Center
100 Hospital Drive
Bennington, VT 05201
(802) 442-6361

Copley Hospital
528 Washington Highway
Morrisville, VT 05661
(802) 888-4231

North Country Hospital and Health Center
189 Prouty Drive
Newport, VT 05855
(802) 334-7331

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital
17 Belmont Avenue
Brattleboro, VT 05301
(802) 257-0341

Salaries for Radiologic Technologists

Radiologic Technologists in Vermont earn an average annual salary of $79,520, which is higher than the national average of $73,410. In Vermont, the lowest 10% earn $62,500 or less, while the highest 10% earn $104,730 or more. Salaries vary across different regions in Vermont, with urban areas like Burlington-South Burlington offering higher pay.

National vs Local Salaries

Location Average Annual Salary 10th Percentile 25th Percentile Median 75th Percentile 90th Percentile
United States $73,410 $50,020 $60,690 $73,410 $84,670 $102,380
Vermont $79,520 $62,500 $65,530 $79,520 $85,400 $104,730

Salaries by Region

Region Average Annual Salary 10th Percentile 25th Percentile Median 75th Percentile 90th Percentile
Burlington-South Burlington, VT $82,150 $65,410 $72,010 $82,150 $104,730 $104,730
Northern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $67,130 $61,510 $63,650 $67,130 $83,270 $85,270
Southern Vermont nonmetropolitan area $77,760 $62,500 $65,740 $77,760 $84,820 $87,260

Radiologic technologist Trends in Vermont

In Vermont, employment for Radiologic Technologists is projected to grow by 9% from 2020 to 2030, increasing from 440 to 480 jobs, with 40 projected annual job openings. Nationally, employment for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians is expected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, increasing from 222,800 to 235,000 jobs, with 13,100 projected annual job openings.

Employment Trends

Location Employment (2020/2022) Projected Employment (2030/2032) Projected Growth Projected Annual Job Openings
Vermont 440 480 9% 40
United States 222,800 235,000 6% 13,100

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Professional Organizations

There is a Vermont Society of Radiologic Technologists affiliated with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), but this society does not currently have a website. Professionals in Vermont are encouraged to contact the ASRT directly for information, career support, and annual meetings of professionals in the field.

The Joint review committee on education in radiology technology (JRCERT) is responsible for accrediting radiologic technology education programs in the United States. They also provide information about program requirements and job outlooks for radiologic technologists of all levels. JRCERT holds review sessions every two years to assess all accredited programs in radiology technology and make sure that they are complying with regulations.

JRCERT Accredited Radiography Programs in Vermont

Southern Vermont College – Radiography

982 Mansion Drive, Bennington VT 05201-6002
Tel: (802) 447-6338
Program Name: Radiologic Sciences
Program Type: Bachelor of Radiologic Science
Duration: 48 months
Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 64%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 91%  Job Placement Rate: 98.5%
Tuition Fees: $22,985 Resident, $20,200 Non-resident

University of Vermont – Radiation Therapy

302 Rowell Building, Burlington VT 05405
Tel: (802) 656-0341
Program Name: Radiation Therapy
Program Type: Bachelor of Science
Duration: 37 months
Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 88.9%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 92.5%  Job Placement Rate: 100%
Tuition Fees: $15,936 Resident, $40,176 Non-resident