SLCC Radiologic Technology

Program
2014

Why X-rays will

always be
needed!

Job security

Radiologic Technologistdegree program

Radiologic Techician- LPTlimited scope- only one
class, if that
Radioloist- Medical Doctor
with 4 additional years of
Radiology training

Work with:
In-patients
Out-patients
ER
Surgery
Clinics

RADIOGRAPHER
Radiographers perform a wide variety of
diagnostic x-ray procedures, including
examinations of the skeletal system, the chest
and abdomen.
They also assist the radiologist,
during more complex
radiographic procedures.

TYPICAL WORK DAY

Surgery/OR:

Technologists work in surgical suites assisting

the surgeons with visualizing anatomy and locating specific organs.
Sterile procedure.

ER: Trauma exams depend on hospitals level rating 1-5

ICU: Critical care patients
Portables: Throughout the hospital
NICU: Newborn intensive care
Scheduled Exams: Fluoroscopic examinations (UGI, BE,
IVP, Myelo, Lumbar Puncture, Arthro, etc)

RADIOGRAPHER
Radiographers must demonstrate an
understanding of human anatomy, physiology,
pathology and medical terminology.

RADIOGRAPHER
Radiographers must maintain knowledge about
radiation protection and safety.

RADIOGRAPHER
Radiographers are the primary liaison between
patients and radiologists and other members of
the health care team.
They must remain sensitive to the physical and
emotional needs of the patient through good
communication, patient assessment, patient
monitoring and patient care skills.
Radiographers use professional and ethical
judgment and critical thinking when
performing their duties.

RADIOGRAPHER
Quality improvement and customer service
allow the radiographer to be a responsible
member of the health care team by continually
assessing professional performance.

RADIOGRAPHER
Radiographers embrace continuing education
for optimal patient care, public education and
enhanced knowledge and technical competence.

FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE YOUR

CHOICE OF THIS CAREER

Job Location (Geographic employment flexibility)

Good Salaries
Demand (Continues to grow)
Ability to Specialize
Career Ladders:
*Radiographers can become Radiologist Assistants (RA), clinical
instructors or teach in a program.
*Specialize in managing a radiology department.
*Work for commercial companies selling equipment, or training
staff on newly purchased equipment
Education Advancements: BS & Masters degrees (Radiologic Assistants,
RAs)
Professional Work Environment
Benefits: Medical/401 K

PERSONALITY TRAITS

Ambitious
People Oriented
Critical Thinker
Communication Skills
Computer savvy

HIGH SCHOOL COURSES

Communication- written and oral

Math
Computers
Anatomy/Biology

STUDY SKILLS/HABITS
For a student to be successful, they must
possess excellent study habits and have the
ability to learn vast amounts of information.
With the increased computer programs
enabling doctors to see more, doctors require
techs to know anatomy and physiology at or
near their level.

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Radiographers can also specialize in the
following areas:

MRI
CT
Ultrasound
Mammography
Cardiovascular Interventional Technology
Nuclear Medicine
Radiation Therapy

SLCC JORDAN CAMPUS

90TH SOUTH AND
BANGERTER
HIGHWAY
DIGITAL, CR AND
FILM EQUIPMENT
LARGE
CLASSROOMS FOR
EASY LEARNING

SLCCs RADIOLOGY PROGRAM

Starts once a year, in Fall Semester

4 full semesters and one Summer term.
Evening program, only on even numbered years
A.A.S. or A.S. Degree

The Application Requirements

Follow the admission process
Complete prerequisite classes
Take the HESI (Health Education Systems,
Incorporated) test
Obtain Immunizations and CPR certification
Complete a Background Check
Write a 1 page essay about work or volunteerism
in a healthcare environment
Top candidates will go through an interview
process

The Application Process

Look on website at www.slcc.edu.
Then choose (r) in the a-z index
Click on Radiography
Click on admission criteria.

PREREQUISITES
MATH 1010 with a C or better, or MATH 1050
(which must be taken if AS degree is wanted)
ENGL 1010 with a C or better grade
BIOL 1610/1615 with a C or better
BIOL 2320/2325 with a B- or better, taken within
the past five years
RADS 1010 with a C or better

What to expect at school

School 2 days a week
Clinical rotations 3
days a week at a local
hospital/clinic
Clinical labs at the
school 2 times a
semester
AND OCCASIONAL NAP TIME IF NEEDED

STUDENTS WILL DO ALL OF THEIR CLINICAL HOURS

AT LOCAL HOSPITALS WHERE THEY WILL LEARN
THE PROPER TECHNIQUES AND SKILLS IN ORDER
TO PERFORM THE X-RAYS CORRECTLY TO REDUCE
PATIENT EXPOSURE

Clinical Sites
U of U Hospital &
U of U Ortho Hosp
V. A. Medical Center
Primary Childrens
LDS Hospital
St. Marks Hospital
Riverton Hospital

Alta View Hospital

Jordan Valley Hospital
Timpanogos Hospital
Pioneer Valley Hospital
Intermountain Medical
Center
Salt Lake Clinic
Salt Lake Regional
Medical Center

OTHER SCHOOLS
St. George -Dixie State Unviersity
Ogden -Weber State University
Over 300 schools nationwide (Note: some are
hospital based)

Salary
Starting Rad Tech Wages: $17.00 to $19.00
Annual Salary: $35,000-$40,000
Specialty Wages: $18.00 - $30
RA Salary: $70,000 +
Radiologist (MD): $300,000 +

CONTACTS FOR INFORMATION

ACADEMIC ADVISOR
Sandra Kirton
Sandra.kirton@SLCC.EDU
801-957-6407
ENROLLMENT SERVICES
Angela Harvey
Angela.harvey@SLCC.EDU
801-957-6363
WWW.SLCC.EDU/RADTECH

Radiologic Technology
THE CLEAR CHOICE!