Computerized Tomography Technologist (CT Tech)
One of the newer and expanding areas of medical imaging is in
Computerized Axial Tomography or "CAT Scanning." Technologists
operating the CAT scanner have already been registered as radiology
technologists. A CAT scan takes a x-ray image of the body in horizontal
sections and allows the physician to see not only bones but also soft tissue in
the body in order to diagnose problems for treatment. The computer works
with the x-ray machine to show an image of the body.
| CT Tech |
$36,000 - $48,000 |
Places of Employment
Hospitals
High School/General Preparation
High School Diploma is required
Special Education/Training
After a degree in radiology technology there is special training in the use of
the CAT Scanner.
Schools
Oregon Institute of Technology
www.oit.edu
Licensure, Certification, and
Registration
Oregon Board of Radiologic Technology
www.obrt.state.or.us
Professional Organizations
American Registry of Radiology Technologists
www.arrt.org
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