Campus Location: Peosta
Program Entry: Enrollment may occur during any term. Fall term is the start of the program course sequence.
Award: Associate of Applied Science degree
Description: A Radiologic Technologist is a vital member of the healthcare team whose responsibilities range from obtaining diagnostic information to assisting physicians with complex procedures. Radiologic Technologists must be able to recognize emergency situations and react quickly to various patient conditions. They work in diverse settings, including hospitals, clinics and physicians’ offices.
The program will provide a variety of work settings and experiences to successfully prepare graduates to function as entry-level Radiologic Technologists. Qualified graduates will be eligible to take the national registry examination, thereby becoming a Certified Registered Radiologic Technologist. Students will rotate through multiple clinical sites within a 100-mile radius of the Peosta campus.
The Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), www.jrcert.org. Its mission is to provide an ambitious didactic and clinical education that produces compassionate, confident, and professional technologists.
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to apply knowledge of medical terminology, bio psychosocial science and Applied mathematics.
- Students will be able to perform radiographic procedures using current technology.
- Students will be able to analyze radiographic images.
- Students will be able to adapt learned skills for patient positioning, projections and patient care based on patient condition, using critical thinking skills.
- Students will be able to demonstrate effective communication skills.
- Students will be able to demonstrate professional and ethical behavior with growth as a healthcare professional.
- Students will be able to determine best methods to ensure patient safety while utilizing radiation protection for patients, their families, other healthcare members and self.
Program Admission: In addition to the College enrollment process , applicants must achieve a minimum ALEKS® score of 30. The following courses must be completed with a grade of “C-” or above within five years from the date of application:
BIO 168 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I
BIO 173 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II
HSC 114 - Medical Terminology
Academic Requirements: Students enrolled in health occupations programs must complete all required coursework with a “C-” grade or above and earn a minimum 2.0 grade point average to graduate from the program.
Program Requirements: Health Program Requirements The College has contracted the services of CastleBranch to review and monitor background checks, health records, training requirements and drug testing. Students submit requirements to the website prior to the designated deadline date.
In addition to meeting program requirements upon admission, students must maintain these requirements throughout the program. Failure to remain in compliance will result in denial for clinical participation. Clinical participation is required for program completion.
You need to be aware of the following physical demands during your clinical education courses. Daily activities require bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, pushing and pulling in all directions. You will be asked to lift and carry objects weighing up to a minimum of 35 pounds and also shared weight. Clinical tasks require use of hands for repetitive action, such as simple and firm grasping and fine manipulation and walking, including stair stepping. You may also be in contact with communicable diseases and chemical/biohazardous materials and odors. Prior to clinical assignments you will be
instructed about the radiation hazards to an embryo/fetus.
Minimum Credits: 85.5 including admission requirements
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