Covering the broadest spectrum of procedures and applications in diagnostic imaging, the Radiological Technologist uses highly specialized equipment to perform a wide variety of imaging procedures. The profession of Radiological Technology covers a number of specialties including: static and fluoroscopic imaging (bones, chests, spines and barium procedures), mammography, angiography, and computerized tomography (CT scans)and operating room procedures.

approximate salary: $46,663 – $63,355

high school preparation: Academic high school diploma with emphasis on Sciences, Mathematics and English.

academic requirements: A Bachelor of Applied Science in Radiography is required. A period of supervised practical training and certification by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is mandatory in Prince Edward Island.

educational institutes in atlantic canada offering a program:
• University of Prince Edward Island in partnership with the PEI School of Radiography (Students may apply to a UPEI 4 year degree program in radiography after completing a minimum of 1 year of a recognized science program.)
• CCNB Campbellton in partnership with the Université de Moncton, NB
• University of New Brunswick in partnership with the Moncton Hospital and the AHSC Saint John Regional Hospital, NB
• Dalhousie University, NS