Licensing Agency

Virginia requires technologist registration or certification and enforces education and supervised clinical training standards for modality practice. Employers commonly require national certification and documented competency for Computed Tomography Magnetic Resonance Imaging Mammography and Nuclear Medicine. The state inspects facilities and enforces radiation safety and dose monitoring.

Continuing Education

Continuing education is required for renewal and often includes modality specific credits and safety training. Technologists participate in employer provided competency assessments and quality assurance programs. Academic centers and professional societies provide structured continuing education and peer review opportunities.

Salary Ranges

Radiography 58000 to 98000 per year | Computed Tomography 68000 to 112000 per year | Magnetic Resonance Imaging 72000 to 116000 per year | Mammography 66000 to 110000 per year | Sonography 70000 to 114000 per year | Nuclear Medicine 74000 to 118000 per year

Information About Virginia

Virginia has major academic medical centers and a diverse healthcare market with urban and rural regions. The state emphasizes continuing education quality measurement and workforce development. Proximity to federal agencies and research institutions supports robust continuing education and research activity.

Sources: Virginia Department of Health Division of Radiological Health | American Registry of Radiologic Technologists | American Society of Radiologic Technologists