Radiology Technology
Spring 2018
Spokane Community College
- 1810 North Greene Street
- Spokane, WA 99217-5399
- https://scc.spokane.edu/
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Additional Costs
Books | $1000 |
Supplies and Equipment | $115 |
Misc. Fees* | $525 |
* Estimate for seven quarters. Misc fee includes: uniforms, physical exam, insurance, national exam, other |
Program Description
Radiologic technologists are an integral part of a team of healthcare workers providing patient care. Their primary duties include producing radiographic examinations that aid the physicians in diagnosing diseases and/or injuries. The radiologic technologist performs examinations at the request of a physician.The technologist’s primary role is obtaining top quality radiographic images while providing patient care. Radiologic departments can be found in hospitals, freestanding clinics and physician offices. While in the program the students become proficient at performing examinations in general radiography, fluoroscopy, surgery, trauma and intensive care units.
The program meets the criteria set forth by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) in collaboration with academic guidelines set by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology, 20 N. Wacker Dr. Suite 2850, Chicago IL 60606-3182, Phone: (312) 704-5300 Fax: (312) 704-5304
Upon completion and graduation of the program the students are able to take the national registry examination given by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Each required course for graduation must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or better before proceeding to the next quarter. All clinicals must be completed with a grade of 2.5 or better.
National background checks and drug screening are completed at the beginning of the program and if there is a finding, clinical sites may not accept the student. This could prevent program completion, inability to take the national exam, and future employment due to a failed background check and/or drug screening.
Admission Requirements:
- Radiology courses are limited to students of the Radiology Technology program.
- Appropriate math score
- Self-place into English
- Students applying to the course must have completed 80 hours as a volunteer or employee in a patient care setting, and 10 of these hours need to be completed in a radiology department.
- Interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process for the Radiology program.
- Students must provide three confidential letters of recommendation.
- Immunizations, and drug screening are required (after being accepted into the Radiology Technology program). Forms are available in the SCC registration office.
- All math and science prerequisites must have been completed within the last five years with a grade of 2.5 or better. All documentation must be submitted by June 25th of the year of application.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Students will have skills and knowledge for an entry-level radiographic technologist.
- Students will have the skills to effectively utilize good communication skills.
- Students will have the skills to effectively utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills.
- Students will have the skills to become responsible for lifelong learning through continuing education and/or advancement in the field of radiology.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this field generally find jobs in hospital or clinical settings. Hospitals operate 24/7; consequently weekend, evening and night jobs are more available. Clinical settings tend to operate days, Monday-Friday; however the pay is generally lower. For several years our classes have obtained 100% employment rate. Radiologic technologists may obtain further education in other fields of radiology such as ultrasound and nuclear medicine.POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: general diagnostics, fluoroscopy, trauma, surgery, mammography, cardiovascular, interventional, Cat Scan (CT), and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
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Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.