Radiologic Technology - New Mexico State University - Dona Ana NM

Radiologic Technology from New Mexico State University - Dona Ana NM is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. Radiologic Technologists are an important part of the medical team. They produce medical images (x-rays), carry out diagnostic procedures, determine safe radiation exposure limits, and collect technical data necessary to assess client (patient) status. Job prospects in the Las Cruces/El Paso area are occasionally limited, but nationwide there is faster-than-average job growth with many opportunities for persons seeking entry-level positions. Students in the Radiologic Technology program receive training both in the classroom and in clinical settings, where they work alongside nurses, physicians, and other health-care professionals. In the classroom, students learn about the anatomy and function of the human body, radiographic physics and equipment, and radiographic procedures. Students acquire skills in radiation protection for the patient and for the health professional. Laboratory activities teach the proper positioning of an injured or ill patient. Clinical work offers students training in diagnostic radiology and introduces the student to various other imaging modalities. The clinical work is offered in Las Cruces, Alamogordo, Artesia, Carlsbad, Deming, Ruidoso, Silver City, and El Paso. Graduates of the program are eligible to take (and must pass) the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) national certification exam in order to obtain employment in this field. It should be noted that felony or misdemeanor convictions may make a student ineligible to take the ARRT exam. Many states also require a license to practice as a radiographer in that state. Continuing education is required with both the ARRT and state licenses to retain current certification status. View more details on New Mexico State University - Dona Ana . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.