Use medical imaging technologies (X-rays, CT scans, MRI, ultrasound) to diagnose and monitor diseases and injuries. Radiographers play a vital role in Jamaica's healthcare system across hospitals and diagnostic centres.
Salary Breakdown
Radiography Assistant / Junior Radiographer (HPC/ALH 1). Assists senior radiographers, positions patients, and operates basic imaging equipment. Indicative market estimate, not a published salary scale.
Estimated Take-Home Pay
Based on the midpoint of the Entry salary range ($2,900,000 JMD), after NIS, NHT, Education Tax, and PAYE.
Show deduction breakdown
- Gross (annual)
- $2,900,000 JMD
- NIS (3%)
- −$87,000 JMD
- NHT (2%)
- −$58,000 JMD
- Education Tax
- −$63,292 JMD
- PAYE Income Tax
- −$227,660 JMD
- Net (annual)
- $2,464,047 JMD
Estimate only — illustrative rates and thresholds, not tax advice. Confirm current figures with Tax Administration Jamaica (TAJ) and the National Insurance Scheme (NIS).
Career Path Roadmap
- 1
High School & CXC Subjects
Pass CSEC Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English. Physics is particularly important for understanding imaging technology.
5 years (Forms 1-5) - 2
BSc in Radiological Sciences
Complete the BSc in Radiological Sciences at UWI Mona's School of Medical Radiation Technology (it replaced the BSc in Diagnostic Imaging in 2023), choosing a major such as X-ray/CT, MRI, ultrasonography, radiation therapy or nuclear medicine. Includes clinical placements.
3 - 4 years - 3
Registration with the CPSM
Register with the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) to practise. Registration is granted on your qualifications and a letter of completion from your programme director - there is no licensing examination. Licences renew annually.
6 months - 4
Entry-Level Radiographer
Work as a Junior Radiographer (HPC/ALH 1) in a hospital or diagnostic centre. Perform X-rays under supervision and assist with complex imaging procedures.
2 - 3 years - 5
Radiographer
Progress to HPC/ALH 2. Specialise in CT, MRI, ultrasound, or nuclear medicine. May pursue postgraduate qualifications in specialised imaging.
3 - 5 years - 6
Senior Imaging Manager
Move into management (HPC/ALH 3-4). Lead radiology departments, manage equipment procurement, and develop imaging protocols.
5+ years
Required Education
- CSEC/CXC Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, English (minimum 5 subjects)
- CAPE or equivalent for university entry
- BSc in Radiological Sciences (UWI Mona) or an equivalent radiography degree
- Registration with the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM)
Common Local Certifications
- Registration with the Council for Professions Supplementary to Medicine (CPSM) - required to practise
- Registration is granted on your qualifications; there is no licensing examination
- Letter of completion of programme from the UWI programme director (CPSM requirement)
- Annual licence renewal with the CPSM
- Specialist training in CT, MRI, ultrasound, mammography or nuclear medicine
Where to Train
Local Institutions Offering Programs
- University of the West Indies, Mona - School of Medical Radiation Technology, BSc in Radiological Sciences