Medical imaging
Radiologic technologist
Produce diagnostic X-ray images while positioning patients and following imaging safety procedures.
BLS · May 2025
EDUCATION & ENTRY
Medical imaging program + credentials
Associate and bachelor’s routes include clinical training. Ask about selection, clinical locations, credentialing exams and Oregon licensing. Advanced imaging specialties may require more training.
The state’s typical entry education classification is “Associate's degree.” This describes the occupation broadly; employers, programs and licensing bodies set specific requirements.
CONNECT THE CAREER TO A PLACE TO LEARN
Oregon training options
These are related routes to investigate. Confirm the full preparation, current admissions and eligibility for your intended role with the provider.
Portland Community College
Radiography
Study X-ray imaging through the Medical Imaging program.
Ask: Where can clinical rotations take place, and what travel and equipment expenses should I plan for?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Oregon Tech
Radiologic Science
A bachelor’s pathway in medical imaging.
Ask: How do pre-MIT admission, program selection and externship placement affect my timeline?
Program page reviewed September 15, 2026
Take this question to a counselor.
Would I enjoy combining patient interaction with precise technical work?
Before choosing a program, ask for prerequisites, the complete timeline, class and placement schedules, and a full cost estimate including supplies, exams, travel and living expenses.
Build a working cost estimate →Understand the numbers.
The median is the midpoint of estimated wages for Oregon workers in this occupation. The hourly median is $49.18. These figures describe workers across experience levels; they are not starting pay or the earnings of graduates from the programs below.
Oregon projects employment moving from 2,799 jobs in 2024 to 3,061 in 2034. The projected 1,757 openings over the decade include growth and replacement needs as workers leave an occupation. Dividing that total by ten gives the rounded annual average shown above. These are projections, not today’s vacancies.
How to read wage information →