How Much Does A Radiographer Earn In South Africa?

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How Much Do Radiographers Earn In South Africa?

Is Radiography in Demand in South Africa?
How Much Does A Radiographer Earn In South Africa?

 

An imaging technique called radiography uses X-rays, gamma rays, or other ionizing radiation along with non-ionizing radiation to see an object’s internal structure. Medical radiography (“diagnostic” and “therapeutic”) and industrial radiography are two examples of radiography applications.

How much do they earn?

Radiographers in South Africa typically earn a gross annual pay of R 419 300 (or R 34 940 gross each month), which is 49% more than the country’s average wage. An average starting salary of R315 200 is available for radiographers. The highest pay is greater than R 535 710 (excluding allowances and additional benefits).

Does experience have an impact? Salary for Radiographers

The monthly salary for a radiographer with under two years of experience is about 36,000 ZAR

A person with two to five years of experience may expect to make 48,300 ZAR each month, which is 34% more than someone with less than two years of experience.

Moving forward, someone with a level of experience between five and ten years earns 62,700 ZAR per month, which is 30% more than someone with a degree of experience between two and five years.

Is there a demand for radiographers?

A population that is aging, growing, and in need of radiation and imaging services has increased demand for radiographers.

Is radiography a difficult subject to study?

One thing is for certain: x-ray school is difficult, regardless of the program you choose! Of sure, some students might breeze through school, but for the most of us, becoming an x-ray technician will undoubtedly be the most challenging thing we have ever done.

Are radiologists hard to come by in South Africa?

The alarmingly high attrition rate in radiography in South Africa has been highlighted by the health professions council of South Africa, which has observed a consistent fall in the number of registered radiographers over the previous few years.

Radiographers in South Africa typically earn a gross annual pay of R 419 300 (or R 34 940 gross each month). An average starting salary of R315 200 is available for radiographers. The highest pay is greater than R 535 710 (excluding allowances and additional benefits).

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