Become a Radiology Professional in West Virginia

Radiologic technologists are specially trained healthcare workers who assist physicians with such aspects of medical care as diagnostic imaging, cancer treatment, and sonograms.

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The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that jobs in this field are on the rise and are expected to grow by 12 percent over the next decade. This is faster than the average for all jobs in the U.S., and West Virginia is no exception.

Now is a great time to get appropriate education and seek employment in the state as a radiologic technologist.

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Radiology Requirements in West Virginia

To gain employment as a radiologic technologist in West Virginia requires licensing through the state. Radiologist assistants are licensed by the West Virginia Board of Medicine and other types of technologists by the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners. The former is licensed for two years and the latter for just one year. Those seeking a license must first finish a course of study approved by the licensing boards and then pass either a state exam or the exam set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Radiologic Technology Schools in West Virginia

There are several locations in the state of West Virginia for receiving an education in radiologic technology including four-year institutions.

  • West Virginia University Hospitals. This hospital system has its educational program with courses of study in radiography, nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, ultrasound, echocardiography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
  • The University of Charleston. This school offers a bachelor’s degree in radiologic science, which prepares students for licensing and employment in the field with both academic and clinical work. Students here also have the option of earning an associate degree in radiologic technology. Having this degree qualifies students to sit for the licensing exam.
  • Bluefield State College, Bluefield. The School of Nursing and Allied Health offers an associate’s degree program in radiologic technology and a bachelor’s degree in imaging science.

Other Schools to Consider Radiologic Technology Program

There are also some technical and community colleges in West Virginia with radiologic technology programs.

Large Employers in Radiology

There are many choices for graduates of radiologic technology programs seeking employment in West Virginia. In addition to large hospital systems, there are smaller hospitals and medical centers.

Bluefield Regional Medical Center
500 Cherry Street
Bluefield, WV 24701

Broaddus Hospital
119 Mansfield Hill
Philippi, WV 26416

St. Francis Hospital
333 Laidley Street
Charleston, WV 25322

Wheeling Hospital
1 Medical Park
Wheeling, WV 26003

West Virginia University Children’s Hospital
1 Medical Center Drive
Morgantown, WV 26506

Hershel Woody Williams VA Medical Center
1540 Spring Valley Drive
Huntington, WV 25704

Salaries in Radiology

Radiologic Technologists in West Virginia earn an average annual salary of $62,490, which is below the national average of $73,410. The lowest 10% in West Virginia earn $49,030 or less, while the highest 10% earn $81,900 or more. Salaries vary across different regions within West Virginia.

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
West Virginia $62,490 $49,030 $53,810 $62,490 $75,710 $81,900

Salaries by Region

Region Average Annual Salary 10th Percentile 25th Percentile Median 75th Percentile 90th Percentile
Beckley, WV $64,110 $47,290 $57,730 $64,110 $64,730 $74,300
Charleston, WV $66,330 $51,640 $61,520 $66,330 $81,760 $83,090
Cumberland, MD-WV $60,600 $47,210 $55,970 $60,600 $62,380 $86,710
Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV $60,750 $40,130 $43,310 $60,750 $77,540 $93,240
Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH $66,430 $52,530 $58,450 $66,430 $81,530 $81,830
Morgantown, WV $63,460 $51,010 $51,900 $63,460 $78,200 $81,900
Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $60,950 $47,100 $50,040 $60,950 $71,280 $75,490
Parkersburg-Vienna, WV $55,820 $49,470 $49,470 $55,820 $63,660 $78,600
Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $61,020 $40,570 $49,530 $61,020 $62,310 $75,790
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV $84,030 $64,830 $75,630 $84,030 $95,430 $103,930
Weirton-Steubenville, WV-OH $61,350 $48,760 $49,360 $61,350 $62,650 $73,940
Wheeling, WV-OH $62,490 $42,710 $51,680 $62,490 $62,490 $81,100
Winchester, VA-WV $60,910 $50,060 $57,480 $60,910 $76,790 $77,810

Radiologic technologist Trends in West Virginia

In West Virginia, employment for Radiologic Technologists is projected to grow by 14% from 2020 to 2030, increasing from 1,730 to 1,970 jobs, with 150 projected annual job openings. Nationally, employment for Radiologic Technologists and Technicians is expected to grow by 6% from 2022 to 2032, 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
West Virginia 1,730 1,970 14% 150
United States 222,800 235,000 6% 13,100

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Professional Organizations

The leading professional organization in the U.S. for radiologic technicians and technologists is the American Society of Radiologic Technologists. In West Virginia, workers in this field may join the organization’s state affiliate, the West Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists. Additional organizations at the national level include the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. This is the group that sets the exam that many graduates will take before earning a license. Another national group, the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology accredits many educational programs and is a good source of information about schools and careers.

JRCERT Accredited Radiography Programs in West Virginia

Bluefield State College – Radiography

219 Rock Street, Bluefield WV 24701

Tel: (304) 327-4145

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Science

Duration: 46 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 53%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 81%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $7,050 Resident, $14,016 Non-resident

Ohio Valley Medical Center, Inc. – Radiography

2000 Eoff Street, Wheeling WV 26003

Tel: (304) 234-8781

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 20 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 90%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $4,000 Resident, $4,000 Non-resident

Southern West Virginia Community and Technical College – Radiography

Box 2900 Dempsey Branch Road, Mount Gay WV 25637

Tel: (304) 896-7335

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 58 months

Program Effectiveness:   Credential Examination Pass Rate: 83.3%  Job Placement Rate: 93.3%

Tuition Fees: $2,904 Resident, $4,344 Non-resident

St. Mary’s Medical Center School for Medical Imaging – Radiography

2900 First Avenue, Huntington WV 25702

Tel: (304) 526-1259

Program Name: Medical Imaging

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 56 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 83%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 89%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $7,560 Residents, $7,560 for Non-residents

United Hospital Center – Radiography

327 Medical Park Drive, Bridgeport WV 26330

Tel: (681) 342-1871

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 30 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 75%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 98%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $3,000 Resident, $3,000 Non-resident

University of Charleston – Radiography

2300 MacCorkle Avenue, S.E., Charleston WV 25304

Tel: (304) 357-4923

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Bachelor of Science

Duration: 60 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 83.3%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 98%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $23,000 Resident, $23,000 Non-resident

University of Charleston-Beckley – Radiography

158 Dye Drive, Beckley WV 25801

Tel: (304) 352-0066

Program Name: Radiologic Technology

Program Type: Associate of Science

Duration: 50 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 84.6%

Tuition Fees: $13,650

West Virginia Northern Community College – Radiography

1704 Market Street, Wheeling WV 26003

Tel: (304) 214-8899

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Associate of Applied Science

Duration: 40 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 95%

Tuition Fees: $3,750 Resident, $3,750 Non-resident

West Virginia University Hospitals – Radiography

Medical Center Drive Box 8062, Morgantown WV 26506

Program Name: Radiography

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 36 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 80%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 95%  Job Placement Rate: 96%

Tuition Fees: $3,000 Resident, $3,000 Non-resident

West Virginia University Hospitals – Radiation Therapy

Medical Center Drive Box 8150, Morgantown WV 26506

Tel: (304) 598-4715

Program Name: Radiation Therapy

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 4 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 100%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $3,000

West Virginia University Hospitals – Magnetic Resonance

Medical Center Drive Box 8062, Morgantown WV 26506

Tel: (304) 293-8802

Program Name: Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Program Type: Certificate

Duration: 4 months

Program Effectiveness: Completion Rate: 100%  Credential Examination Pass Rate: 100%  Job Placement Rate: 100%

Tuition Fees: $4,000 Resident, $4,000 Non-resident