Practical Technologist in Radiology

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X-ray Vision Isn’t Just for Superheroes

The Practical Technologist in Radiology is interested in the human body, and how injuries can prohibit it to function well. Helping people diagnose those injuries is part of their satisfaction.

Because they must adhere to specific procedures, they follow instructions well. They are also comfortable being alone with people in a confined setting.

What Kind of Work Do We Prepare You To Do?

The Practical Technologist in Radiology plays an important role as a member of the health care team in a physician’s office or a clinic. Their primary responsibilities include the positioning of the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee, foot or ankle in preparation for X-ray.

In addition to being qualified to provide X-ray services, the graduate is also qualified to act as a technical assistant by being qualified to perform electrocardiograms, venipuncture, routine laboratory tests, injections, urinalysis, electrocardiography, X-ray film processing, and related back-office patient care procedures.

Please note: The responsibilities for a Practical Technologist in Radiology (Limited Scope) are not the same as those for a Radiologic Technologist (RT). An RT (who must be ARRT certified) is allowed to perform other duties, such as x-raying the abdomen. Practical Technologist in Radiology (Limited Scope) are not able to perform these expanded duties, nor are they offered ARRT certification.

What Does Our Practical Technologist in Radiology Program Offer You?

  • Theory and practical application of anatomy and physiology
  • The fundamentals radiographic physics
  • Introduction to diseases and trauma that body systems
  • CPR certification
  • X-ray lab training with regard to positioning the chest, hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, knee, foot and ankle
  • The skills to perform venipuncture, injections, urinalysis, electrocardiography and x-ray film processing
  • An externship in a medical facility

What Career Choices are Available to Graduates?

Upon graduation, you will be eligible to take your state’s licensing examination.

After passing this evaluation, will be qualified to work as a Limited Scope X-ray Technician in places like:

  • Physicians' Offices
  • Clinics
  • Diagnostic Imaging Centers

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