How to Get Your Radiologic Technologist License in Utah (2026)

How to Become a Licensed Radiologic Technologist in Utah

Utah requires state licensure for all practicing radiologic technologists, administered by the Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing (DOPL). Utah's rapidly growing population — particularly in the Salt Lake City–Provo–Ogden corridor, one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the US — has fueled strong, sustained demand for licensed radiologic technologists across hospital, outpatient, and specialty imaging settings. This guide covers all 2026 requirements for obtaining and maintaining a Utah RT license.

Step 1: Complete a JRCERT-Accredited Program

Utah applicants must graduate from a radiologic technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). In-state JRCERT-accredited programs are available at Salt Lake Community College, Weber State University, Stevens-Henager College, and hospital-affiliated programs through Intermountain Health and University of Utah Health. Programs are typically two years in length, awarding an Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology. The curriculum integrates radiation physics, radiographic positioning, image evaluation, patient care, and extensive clinical education at affiliated healthcare facilities throughout the Wasatch Front. JRCERT accreditation is a prerequisite for both ARRT exam eligibility and Utah DOPL license application.

Step 2: Earn Your ARRT Certification

Pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Radiography (R) examination. Utah DOPL requires a current, valid ARRT R credential as the primary prerequisite for state licensure. The exam is 200 questions, computer-adaptive, administered at Pearson VUE testing centers in Salt Lake City, Provo, and other locations across the state. Candidates must document clinical competencies from their accredited program and satisfy ARRT ethics requirements prior to testing. After passing, ARRT issues your national R credential, which must remain in good standing to satisfy Utah DOPL's ongoing licensure requirements.

Step 3: Apply for Your Utah License

Submit your Utah radiologic technologist license application through the Utah DOPL online licensing portal. The application requires your ARRT certification documentation, official program transcripts, a completed DOPL application form, and a licensing fee of approximately $75–$100. Utah DOPL conducts a criminal background check as part of the licensing process. Out-of-state applicants holding current licenses in states with comparable requirements may apply by endorsement, which typically processes faster than initial licensure applications. Allow 2–4 weeks for complete application processing. Utah licenses are renewed biennially through the DOPL portal. Failure to renew before expiration may require reinstatement with additional fees.

Continuing Education Requirements

Utah radiologic technologists must complete 24 continuing education credits per two-year renewal cycle as required by Utah DOPL. Utah's CE framework aligns with ARRT standards, so CE completed for national ARRT renewal applies toward the Utah state requirement. Accepted CE formats include ASRT-approved online courses, professional conferences, hospital in-service education, and accredited academic coursework. Utah DOPL does not currently mandate specific topic CE beyond the 24-credit general total. Utah's growing healthcare market and the annual Utah Radiologic Technologists Association conference provide in-state CE opportunities. Online CE platforms offer convenient options for Utah practitioners managing the state's sometimes challenging winter commuting conditions.

Radiologic Technologist Specializations in Utah

Utah's healthcare market, dominated by two large integrated systems in the Wasatch Front, supports a growing range of RT specializations. CT and MRI are the highest-demand advanced credentials, with both Intermountain Health and University of Utah Health actively recruiting multi-modality certified technologists. University of Utah Health's Level I Trauma Center and cancer center create demand for subspecialty imagers including vascular-interventional, neuro-imaging, and radiation oncology support technologists. Mammography credentialing is in active demand given Utah's demographic growth and expanding women's health programs. Utah's rural and frontier regions — including southern Utah, rural central Utah, and the Uintah Basin — create strong travel RT demand at Critical Access Hospitals and rural health clinics.

Utah Salary Ranges

Utah radiologic technologists earn between $54,000 and $80,000 annually. The Salt Lake City metro is the highest-wage market in the state, with experienced CT and MRI technologists at Intermountain Health and University of Utah Health reaching $72,000–$80,000. The Provo-Orem (Utah Valley) market has seen wage growth driven by rapid suburban expansion and new healthcare facility openings. Ogden and Logan are secondary markets with competitive but slightly lower compensation. Statewide median salary is approximately $63,000–$68,000. Utah's cost of living, while rising due to population growth, remains relatively favorable compared to coastal markets. Travel RT assignments in Utah pay $44–$62/hour, with rural Utah positions offering premiums.

Top Employers

Utah's major radiologic technologist employers include:

• Intermountain Health — The dominant integrated health system in Utah, with flagship hospitals in Salt Lake City, Murray, and dozens of regional campuses and clinics throughout the Wasatch Front and rural Utah; consistently the largest RT employer in the state.
• University of Utah Health — The state's academic medical center, featuring a Level I Trauma Center, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, and University Neuropsychiatric Institute; offers the most advanced subspecialty imaging roles in Utah.
• HCA Healthcare (Mountain Division) — Operates multiple Utah hospitals including St. Mark's Hospital and Lakeview Hospital; a major RT employer particularly in the Salt Lake and Davis County markets.
• MountainStar Healthcare — An HCA-affiliated brand operating Ogden Regional Medical Center and other northern Utah facilities.
• Utah Valley Hospital / American Fork Hospital (Intermountain) — Major Utah Valley corridor campuses with active imaging departments serving Utah County's fast-growing population.
• Critical Access Hospitals (rural Utah) — Facilities in rural communities including Moab, Price, Richfield, and Vernal regularly recruit RT staff and rely on traveling technologists to maintain imaging services.