Radiologic Technology - Moraine Valley Community College

Radiologic Technology from Moraine Valley Community College is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. The Radiologic Technology Program at Moraine Valley Community College prepares you to become a diagnostic radiologic (X-ray) technologist. You\'ll learn how to adjust, manipulate and control a variety of electronic equipment to take X-rays. As a student in this allied health program, you also will study how to evaluate and be aware of a patient\'s condition before taking X-rays. Proper methods of radiation protection for patients and personnel are also covered. In addition, Moraine Valley\'s program allows you to gain experience processing and evaluating the quality of finished images. This 26-month program starts in June of each year and includes two academic years and three summer sessions. We also have an evening option every other year. All health science programs require clinical time at various health care sites. Most clinical assignments require an early start??6:45 a.m. (evening option with 5 p.m. start), uniforms, liability/health insurance, HIPAA understanding, immunizations, current CPR certification and criminal background check. This program is intended to lead to employment. If you are considering transferring to a four-year college or university to obtain a bachelor\'s degree using the courses from this program, make an appointment with an academic advisor to review your options. Employment Outlook? Employment of radiologic technologists and technicians is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2014, as the population grows and ages, increasing the demand for diagnostic imaging. Although healthcare providers are enthusiastic about the clinical benefits of new technologies, the extent to which they are adopted depends largely on cost and reimbursement considerations. Reports from the U.S. Department of Labor-Bureau of Labor Statistics indicate hospitals will remain the principal employer of radiologic technologists and technicians. However, a greater number of new jobs will be found in offices of physicians and diagnostic imaging centers. Health facilities such as these are expected to grow rapidly through 2014, due to the strong shift toward outpatient care, encouraged by third-party payers and made possible by technological advances that permit more procedures to be performed outside the hospital. Some job openings also will arise from the need to replace technologists and technicians who leave the occupation. Nature of Work? This program prepares graduates for professional careers in the medical health care field. Graduates are eligible for employment in hospitals, clinics and physicians\\\' offices. In addition to preparing patients and operating equipment, radio logic technologists and technicians keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology department. View more details on Moraine Valley Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.