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Advance your role in the imaging field with an online Bachelor of Science in Advanced Medical Imaging. Build on your clinical background while preparing for expanded responsibilities in disciplines such as CT and MRI, as well as leadership or education roles. Flexible online coursework helps you strengthen technical expertise, refine decision-making skills and prepare for the next step in your imaging career.
Are you ready to get started? Contact a student success coach to learn more about advanced medical imaging at Boise State University.
How Much Do Advanced Medical Imaging Graduates Make?
Earning a bachelor’s degree in advanced medical imaging can strengthen your long-term earning potential by preparing you for specialized disciplines, leadership opportunities and expanded clinical responsibilities. Employers often value advanced credentials and education, which can lead to higher pay and greater career stability. With this degree, you position yourself for continued growth in a field that rewards expertise and experience.
Here’s the average salary and job outlook for radiologic and MRI technologists. All occupational data comes from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Median Salary
$78,980 per year or $37.97 per hour
Projected New Jobs
5% job growth is projected from 2024 to 2034
What Jobs Can I Get With a Bachelor of Science in Advanced Medical Imaging?
Boise State’s online Bachelor of Science in Advanced Medical Imaging prepares you to expand your clinical expertise and step into advanced, specialized roles in healthcare. You graduate ready to contribute at a higher level in imaging departments, outpatient centers and hospital systems.
Explore some of the most popular career paths available to online advanced medical imaging graduates below.
Cardiovascular Technologists
Cardiovascular technologists assist physicians in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions. They perform specialized imaging and diagnostic tests, prepare patients for procedures, monitor vital signs and operate advanced equipment in clinical settings.
Salary range: $40,000 to $140,000
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologist
Magnetic resonance imaging technologists operate advanced imaging equipment to produce detailed images that support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. They position patients, ensure safety protocols are followed and collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality imaging services.
Salary range: $60,000 to $104,000
Neurointerventional Technologist
Neurointerventional technologists assist physicians with minimally invasive, image-guided procedures that treat complex neurological conditions such as stroke and aneurysms. They operate sophisticated imaging systems, maintain sterile environments and provide technical support during specialized interventions.
Salary range: $110,500 to $147,000
More Potential Career Paths in Advanced Medical Imaging
- Ultrasonographer
- MRI technologist
- Vascular ultrasound technologist
- Computed tomography technologist
- Interventional radiologic technologist
- Neurointerventional technologist
- Mammography technologist
- Cath lab technologist
- Special procedures technologist
- Clinical imaging specialist
- Medical imaging field specialist
- Director of imaging services
Is an Advanced Medical Imaging Degree Worth It?
As healthcare technology advances and specialized imaging services expand, you may be asking whether an online Bachelor of Science in Advanced Medical Imaging is a worthwhile investment. Where can you go with it? What can this degree mean for your career and professional growth? To help answer those questions, we reviewed results from Boise State’s Graduating Student Survey. The insights below reflect feedback from recent graduates of the program.
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“Now that I am working in ultrasound, I am using the knowledge from my Boise State degree every day at work. I am content career-wise right now. I am in a career I never imagined I would be in, and I love it so much. I was very well-prepared to go into the field when I graduated. The degree has definitely opened up doors for me.”
How Can I Prepare for My Career?
You can start preparing for advanced roles in medical imaging before you graduate. Because this program is designed for working imaging professionals, you will build on your current credentials while gaining knowledge that applies directly to specialized disciplines and leadership opportunities.
- Connecting with your online career counselor early for tips and strategies to help with your job search.
- Scheduling informational interviews with individuals in your desired field or industry.
- Maintaining a current resume or CV and asking for others familiar with your career goals and positions you plan to apply for to review and make suggestions.
- Joining professional associations related to your field of interest.
- Seek expanded responsibilities in your current role, such as mentoring new staff, assisting with quality improvement initiatives or cross-training in advanced disciplines.
- Update your LinkedIn profile to reflect new certifications, clinical skills and leadership experience as you progress through the program.
- Asking professors, classmates or current supervisors and peers to write you a letter of recommendation.
Empowering Your Career Journey
At Boise State, we’re committed to your career success from day one. As a Boise State Online student, you have full access to Career Services, including career coaching, job search resources, resume reviews and networking opportunities. Get the support you need to advance your career — wherever you are.
Medical Imaging Degree Options
Didn’t find what you’re looking for?
Watch our pre-recorded webinar for more information on the program. After viewing the webinar, you may contact our enrollment and student success team for support by emailing us at AMIonline@boisestate.edu or calling (208) 426-5921.