Licensing Agency

Arizona requires technologist certification and state registration for certain modalities and enforces facility registration for radiation producing equipment. Accredited educational programs and national certification are standard prerequisites for employment. The state inspects facilities and enforces dose monitoring and safety protocols.

Continuing Education

Renewal requires continuing education and documentation of competency for modality practice. Many employers require modality specific continuing education for Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mammography and Nuclear Medicine. Quality assurance participation and periodic competency assessments are common employer expectations.

Salary Ranges

Radiography 58000 to 82000 per year | Computed Tomography 68000 to 95000 per year | Magnetic Resonance Imaging 72000 to 98000 per year | Mammography 64000 to 90000 per year | Sonography 68000 to 96000 per year | Nuclear Medicine 72000 to 100000 per year

Information About Arizona

Arizona has large urban centers and extensive rural areas producing varied demand for imaging services and frequent use of teleradiology. The state maintains active oversight of radiation producing equipment and facility accreditation. Academic medical centers in Phoenix and Tucson provide major subspecialty training and continuing education.

Sources: Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | American Society of Radiologic Technologists