Radiography
School of Health Sciences
Breuder Advanced Technology & Health Sciences Center, Rm. W232 · (570) 320-8007
Additional Information
Medical radiographers provide patient services using imaging modalities, as directed by physicians qualified to order and/or perform radiologic procedures. Radiographers provide patient care essential to radiologic procedures; this includes exercising judgment when performing medical imaging procedures. When providing patient services, the radiographer adheres to the principles of radiation protection for the patient, self, and others. Radiographers accurately demonstrate anatomical structures on a radiograph by applying knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and radiographic techniques. Additional duties include maintaining equipment, processing film, keeping patient records, and performing various office tasks.
Types of Jobs: The graduate will join other allied health professionals educated and experienced in the latest technical procedures requiring the use of x-rays and other imaging modalities for the diagnosis of medical conditions in hospitals, clinics, physician’s private practice offices, as well as government agencies. Radiography is also the gateway to furthering the graduates’ professional possibilities in other radiography related imaging modalities such as: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computerized Axial Tomography, Radiation Therapy Technology, Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine Technology, Interventional Radiology, and Mammography.
Average Starting Salary: Average national salary* -- $23.16 per hour/$54,941depending on the specialty of practice and geographical location. The market for radiographers continues to be strong. * Based on the 2004 ASRT Wage and Salary Survey. Special Program Features: Seven hospital affiliates that offer some of the most advanced scientific medical equipment for imaging the body and its processes. Ultra modern and technology advanced classroom and laboratory radiographic equipment and teaching aids to enhance individualized learning. Twenty-four continuous months of clinic instruction with individualized attention by instructors who are nationally registered and certified.
Accreditation Status: The United States Department of Education recognizes the “JRCERT” (Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology) as a national accrediting agency with duties and responsibilities of evaluating the educational effectiveness of radiography programs throughout the United States. Penn College’s Radiography major was last evaluated in the Summer of 2001. The program received full accreditation with no citations or recommendations. Next evaluation will occur in 2009.
Radiography has a strong emphasis in:
- Basic sciences
- Applied radiographic sciences and technologies
- Psychomotor skills
- Interpersonal communications
- Students will gain knowledge of:
- Anatomy and physiology
- Radiographic anatomy positioning & procedures
- Technical radiographic exposure principles and imaging physics
- Radiation protection
- The professional code of ethics
Baccalaureate Degree Options and Transfer Opportunities:
Students may transfer to Penn College’s baccalaureate degree in Applied Health Studies, or Technical Management. During their senior year, students may also be eligible to take courses toward a competency credential in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound), which can be applied toward the Applied Health Studies degree. Students also have the option of transfer to the University of Findlay, Findlay, Ohio for baccalaureate studies in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Why Choose Penn College:
- 100% placement results
- At or above national mean score in ARRT Registry Board Examinations
- Gifted, thoughtful, and caring faculty and staff
- Excellent relationships with hospital affiliates
- Latest technologically advanced radiological equipment
- Modern campus laboratory with PACS and advanced teaching methodologies
- Graduates readily sought by employers