Parkland College's Radiologic Technology Program Frequently asked questions about the program. Often called a radiographer, the radiologic technologist works under the direction of physicians in hospital and clinic X-ray departments.
Radiographers perform diagnostic X-ray exams on patients, process films, and keep patient records.
Salary ranges can be considerably higher for technologists with job experience and specialties. Current and long-range employment opportunities are fair to good in central Illinois and throughout the country. One-half of all Parkland graduates of this program have been employed locally. The remaining graduates are either continuing their educations or have moved to other areas of the country. With experience, radiologic technologists can advance to managerial and super-visory jobs in radiology departments.