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RADIOLOGIC TECHNICIAN

RADIOLOGIC TECHNICIAN. DEBBIE A. MCKNIGHT. Radiologic Technician. Use X-ray equipment to assist in diagnosing medical problem Prepare patients for X-ray procedure Position the patients Maintain the equipment Responsible for following strict protocols for protection against harmful radiation.

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RADIOLOGIC TECHNICIAN

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  1. RADIOLOGIC TECHNICIAN DEBBIE A. MCKNIGHT

  2. Radiologic Technician Use X-ray equipment to assist in diagnosing medical problem Prepare patients for X-ray procedure Position the patients Maintain the equipment Responsible for following strict protocols for protection against harmful radiation

  3. Area of Specialization- Radiologic Technician Radiologic Technician tend to be generalists, but may specialize in certain populations ( Children, elderly, body organ-teeth or Animals)

  4. WORKING ENVIROMENT Most 70 % work in a large hospital, physician and dentist offices, pharmacists. Medical School and University Diagnostic Imaging Centers Usually work 40 hours weeks May work days, evenings, and weekend shifts.

  5. Length of Training Training programs vary from one year to four years, depend on the program and the certification or degree awarded

  6. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION To work in TX- must be licensed with the DSHS Graduated from an accredited education program Pass the DSHS exam Must take CE each year to maintain certification and license

  7. Education Programs in the Area • ACCD-St. Phillips C/A • Austin Community College-C/A • Lamar Institute of Technology-C • Baptist Hospital SA-C • Midwestern State University-A/B • Only Bachelor Degree in U.S. • Allow to read X-ray after complete this program

  8. Job Outlook and Salaries • Job Outlook • 1/2

  9. Professional Associations http://www.rsna.org http://www.asrt.org

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