Xray Tech Salary in Montana – MT

By allied health world contributing writer
Published: February, 4 2010

Individuals thinking about a career in radiology will be persuaded by Montana's competitive salaries in the field. The average Montana radiology tech salary is $65,000 (Indeed.com), above national figures and the average salary for a radiologist assistant is $47,000 (Indeed.com). Montana's scenic landscape is an added bonus.  In Montana, radiologists are board certified by the American Board of Radiology and the Montana Board of Radiology Technologists. Radiology assistants work under the supervision of Radiologists, and require postsecondary training and national certification to practice in Montana.

Montana Radiology Tech Salary

According to Indeed.com Montana's radiologist assistant salaries are competitive at  $47,000, on average.  Here is a listing of average xray tech salaries in Montana's major cities:

• Helena, MT Radiology Tech: $36,00
• Missoula, MT Radiology Tech: $34,000
• Bozeman, MT Radiology Tech:  $34,000
• Billings, MT Radiology Tech:  $43,000
• Great Falls, MT Radiology Tech:  $38,000
• Butte, MT Radiology Tech:  $34,000

Montana Radiology Tech Professional Associations

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is a national organization that provides resources to professionals in the field of radiology. Individuals who on the road to becoming radiology techs will find the ASRT a resource to advancing his or her professional development. The ASRT is also a good place to start if you are thinking about a career in radiology, as they provide information on schools that are accredited by them.

Montana Association
Montana Society of Radiologic Technicians
c/o Thomas M. Liston, RT, President
3529 S. 8th Ave.
Great Falls, MT 59405-3462