PTAT 2530 — Medical/Surgical Conditions and
Treatments for the PTA 5 Total Credits 16 Summer Semester Second Year, Fall Semester Back to TOC Professional and Technical Programs The Associate of Applied Science Radiologic Technology Contact Information Kimberly R. Benson 731-424-3520 [email protected] Program and Career Description Radiologic technologists (also known as radiographers or x-ray technolo- gists) work with patients and x-ray equipment to produce medical images of the body, as prescribed by physicians, to assist in diagnosis of disease or injury. Radiographers provide high quality patient care and are responsible for limiting radiation exposure to patients, selves and others. Radiography requires independent judgment and excellent problem solving skills in adapting medical imaging procedures to the needs of each individual patient. The Radiologic Technology Program combines science, general education, and professional courses conducted on the college campus with extensive clinical education performed at area hos- pitals. Radiologic Technology students learn with state of the art imag- ing technology and practice their skills in structured, competency-based clinical education. Graduates of the Radiologic Technology Program are eligible to become Registered Technologists in Radiography - R.T.(R) - by passing the national certification examination in radiography offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Career Experienced Salary Range Radiologic Technologist $49,790+ Projected Income