Radiologic Technology - North Iowa Area Community College

Radiologic Technology from North Iowa Area Community College is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. A Radiologic Technology Program prepares radiographers to take radiographs of all parts of the human body for the purpose of diagnosing medical problems. Radiographers position the patients, who either lie on a table, sit, or stand, so that the correct parts of the body can be radiographed. In addition, radiographers may take portable radiographs in areas of the hospital that include the emergency room, operating room, intensive care unit, and patient care units. Radiologic Technologists work with ionizing radiation and learn proper procedures to protect themselves and their patients from unnecessary radiation exposure. The radiographer must use sterile technique, maintain records, assist with special procedures such as arteriograms, and administer opaque media via multiple routes, including intravenous routes. Transfer and positioning activities are integrated throughout the program. Radiographers must be reliable, have mechanical aptitude and possess good communication skills. An Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Radiologic Technology will be granted for students who complete degree requirements. Career Opportunities Radiologic Technologists work for: Hospitals Privately owned facilities Physician\\\'s offices that provide radiological services View more details on North Iowa Area Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.