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    Radiologic Technology, AS

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    Radiologic Technology, AS Perks

    • 24-month, accredited Associate of Science Degree program.
    • Provides both a strong liberal arts foundation and professional training.
    • The clinical component of the program requires hands-on experience in various healthcare settings in the greater Omaha area, western Iowa and surrounding counties (Students will be responsible for personal transportation to and from these off-campus clinical sites).
    • In addition to day-time rotations, students are required to complete 2 evening (4:30-11:30pm) rotations during the 24-month program. No weekend or holiday rotations are scheduled.
    • State-of-the-art, fully energized digital X-ray lab on campus
    • No Friday programmatic courses Year 1
    • Students must earn a total of 80 credits for this degree program.
    • Please note, this program is only offered full-time on campus; part-time is not available. If students work during the program, they are not to exceed 20 hours per week.

    A Radiologic Technologist produces images of the human body that are used in various diagnostic procedures. He or she uses a combination of technology, science, patient care and collaboration to perform job-related duties.

    Doctors rely on Radiologic Technologists to take accurate X-rays while maintaining a high level of sensitivity with patients. Technologists may work in hospitals, clinics or other diagnostic imaging centers.

    O*Net Online indicates the U.S. median salary in May 2019 for a Radiologic Technologist was $62,280 per year ($29.94 per hour), while the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a faster than average job growth of 7 percent between 2019 and 2029.

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    Accreditation & Licensure

    The Radiologic Technology Program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Inquiries regarding accreditation may be directed to: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT), 20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182. Phone: (312) 704-5300 Fax: (312) 704-5304 Website: www.jrcert.org Email: mail@jrcert.org

    Graduates must pass the ARRT national registry examination; some states require additional licensure

    JRCERT

    Costs & Financial Aid

    NMC is committed to helping you find every avenue to finance your education. View the Tuition by Program & Degree page for a comprehensive list of all fees.

    NMC encourages students to apply for all types of assistance for which they are qualified.  Potential resources for this program include:

    NMC Scholarships 

    NMC scholarships consist of funds generously provided by the Methodist Hospital Foundation to assist our students.  View our Scholarships page to learn more.

    Student Grants or Loans 

    Visit our Financial Aid page to learn more about what's available and how to apply.

    Employee Education Benefits

    Contact your organization's human resources office to find out what's available.

    Employees of Methodist Health System can find details on the MHS Intranet.  Under Human Resources select either MHS Benefits or MJE Benefits then scroll down to Pursuing Your Dreams.

    External Scholarships

    Visit our Scholarships page to learn more.

    Calculate Your Net Price Financial Aid
    Cost Per Credit Hour $580

    Admissions

    Criteria

    Applicants are evaluated on the basis of the following criteria:

    Deadlines

    Prospective students may apply anytime and are accepted from deadlines throughout the year. Radiologic Technology is a competitive program, and not all applicants can be offered direct admission. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and students will be notified of their application status by letter or phone.

    Requirements

    To be considered for admission, the following items must be submitted to the Admissions Office:

    Starting Term

    Standard Deadline

    Applications Open

    • Fall 2021
    • 2/1/202
    • August 2020

    Curriculum

    The program requires a minimum of 80 credit hours. All students are required to complete specific coursework. This list should only be used as a curriculum guide. Course listings and required curriculum are subject to change. 

    Included within this list is the Educated Citizen Core Curriculum. All students seeking to complete an undergraduate degree at Nebraska Methodist College must complete this set of Arts and Sciences requirements.

    All students will be responsible for creating, logging, & tracking their own modality procedures on the ARRT.org website. This information will be used for ARRT post primary application. All students will need to become familiar with the requirements for their chosen modality.

    RAD 115
    RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING I
    3 credit hours
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    This course presents a foundation of knowledge regarding the creation and recording of radiographic images, including the factors that dictate the nature and outcomes of the process.  The student will understand photon interaction, visual perception of a radiograph, prime factors affecting radiographic quality, and the influence of body habitus and pathology in radiology.  This course introduces the student to the concepts associated with radiation protection for the patient, public, and personnel.  The student will examine analog film properties, beam restrictors, filters, intensifying screens, and grids.

    Prerequisites: RAD 107

    RAD 121
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING I
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the student to radiographic positions and procedures related to the thoracic cavity, abdominal, and appendicular skeleton. Radiographic procedures include chest, abdomen, upper extremity, shoulder girdle, and lower extremity. The relationship of anatomy, specific radiographic landmarks, patient care, universal precautions, radiographic critique/quality, and terminology to radiographic practice is discussed.

    Prerequisites: RAD 107

    RAD 121L
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING I LAB
    2 credit hours
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    This course compliments RAD121 and demonstrates the practical application of radiographic positioning of the thoracic cavity, abdominal, and appendicular skeleton.  Students will critique radiographs for diagnostic quality, anatomy, positioning, and use of appropriate technical factors.

    Prerequisites: RAD 107

    RAD 160
    CLINICAL PRACTICUM I
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides an opportunity for the student to learn radiologic technology and related skills in a variety of clinical settings.  Students focus on the care and assessment of patients, drawing upon cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills, while becoming acclimated to the clinical environment.  Both the observation and performance of medical imaging occurs under the supervision of a registered radiologic technologist. During this semester, students must attain identified competency levels.

    Prerequisites: RAD 107

    RAD 122
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING II
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the student to the radiographic positions and procedures related to the pelvis, spinal column including sacrum and coccyx, and bony thorax.  The relationship of anatomy, specific radiographic landmarks, patient care, universal precautions, radiographic critique/quality, and terminology to radiographic practice is discussed.

    Prerequisites: RAD 121, RAD 121L

    RAD 122L
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING II LAB
    1 credit hour
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    This course compliments RAD122 and demonstrates the practical application of radiographic positioning of the pelvis, spinal column, and bony thorax.  Students will critique radiographs for diagnostic quality, anatomy, positioning, and use of appropriate technical factors.

    Prerequisites: RAD 121/121L

    RAD 140
    RADIATION BIOLOGY & PROTECTION
    2 credit hours
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    This course emphasizes the effects of radiation on living systems and the principles of protection against that impact.  This course explores the effect of radiation on the human body, including cells, tissues, and the body as a whole.  There is a deep exploration of the biological reactions to radiation, including acute and chronic affects.  This course emphasizes the radiographer's responsibilities for ensuring radiation protection for patients, personnel, and the public.

    Prerequisites: RAD 115

    RAD 162
    CLINICAL PRACTICUM II
    2 credit hours
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    This course provides clinical experience geared to the attainment of designated competencies. The clinical learning process concentrates on imaging procedures applicable to the axial skeleton.  Student concentration on outcome assessment and their mastery of co-requisite radiographic positioning skills presented in RAD121/RAD121L continues during this clinical experience.

    Prerequisites: RAD 160

    RAD 165
    RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING II
    3 credit hours
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    This course presents information geared towards the analysis of actual radiographic images including the properties associated with density, contrast, film sensitometry, recorded detail, and distortion.  Students learn techniques for overcoming problems in evaluating images and come to appreciate the importance of minimum standards for imaging and the factors that can enhance or diminish image quality. The student will also emerge from the course with a solid understanding of radiographic, fluoroscopic, and tomographic equipment requirements and design. A comparison of analog to computed/digital radiographic systems will be compared along with factors that govern radiographic technique selection.

    Prerequisites: RAD 115

    RAD 210
    RADIOGRAPHIC PATHOLOGY
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the student to the radiographic appearance of disease and clinical manifestations.  An overview is presented on all major body systems, including common radiographic pathologies identified in the profession.

    Prerequisites: SCI 200, SCI 206, RAD 121, RAD 121L, RAD 122, RAD 122L Corequisites: RAD 220, RAD 220L

    RAD 220
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING III
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the student to the radiographic positions and procedures related to the digestive system, urinary/reproductive, and headwork to include skull, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses. The relationship of anatomy, specific radiographic landmarks, patient care, universal precautions, radiographic critique/quality, and terminology to radiographic practice is discussed. This course will also introduce students to proper venipuncture techniques.

    Prerequisites: RAD 122, RAD 122L

    RAD 220L
    RADIOGRAPHIC PROCEDURES/POSITIONING III LAB
    1 credit hour
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    This course compliments RAD220 and demonstrates the practical application of radiographic positioning of the digestive system, urinary system, and radiographic headwork to include skull, facial bones, and paranasal sinuses. Students will critique radiographs for diagnostic quality, anatomy, positioning, and use of appropriate technical factors.

    Prerequisites: RAD 122, RAD 122L

    RAD 261
    CLINICAL PRACTICUM III
    4 credit hours
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    This course centers on the attainment of competencies that require higher levels of cognitive, affective, and psychomotor skills. Surgical radiographic procedures and fluoroscopy of physiological body systems are enhanced during this learning experience. Students gain a mastery of knowledge garnered from previous clinical assignments, focusing particularly on objective assessment of their acquired skill levels.

    Prerequisites: RAD 162

    RAD 215
    RADIOGRAPHIC IMAGING III
    3 credit hours
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    This course explores the natural process behind x-ray production. Topics include electrodynamics, magnetism, generators and motors, production and control of high voltage, x-ray circuitry, and the properties of x-rays. Course discussion will also include total quality management of a radiology department, exploring the theory and practice of quality assurance.  The use of department quality assurance test tools, interpretation or results, and management of a quality assurance program through record keeping is presented.

    Prerequisites: RAD 165

    RAD 264
    CLINICAL PRACTICUM IV
    4 credit hours
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    This course continues to center on student attainment of clinical competencies with various radiographic procedures. The student will continue to complete radiographic procedures under direct/indirect supervision of a radiologic technologist, while providing patient care and focusing on previous radiographic skills acquired.

    Prerequisites: RAD 261

    RAD 265
    CLINICAL PRACTICUM V
    3 credit hours
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    During this course of instruction, students attain completion of all clinical competencies as mandated by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.). Clinical attainment of radiographic procedures continues under direct/indirect supervision of a radiologic technologist, while providing patient care and focusing on previous radiographic skills acquired.  Students diversify their clinical knowledge as they explore additional learning opportunities in other advanced imaging modalities.

    Prerequisites: RAD 263

    RAD 270
    RADIOGRAPHIC SEMINAR
    3 credit hours
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    This course is designed as a capstone learning experience for the student in preparation of sitting for the A.R.R.T. certification examination in radiography.  Students prepare for professional employment and continuous learning by integrating and synthesizing their professional knowledge, skills, and attitude. Students demonstrate competencies for professional employment at the entry-level and the capacity to pursue lifelong professional growth.

    Prerequisites: Completion of all radiography professional coursework, excluding RAD 255 and RAD 222 taken concurrently.

    RAD 282
    ADVANCED IMAGING MODALITIES
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the student to advanced imaging disciplines in the health science professions. Basic principles of Picture Archiving and Communications Systems (PACSs), Mammography, Bone Densitometry, Sonography, Nuclear Medicine, Positron Emission Tomography (PET), Radiation Therapy and other radiographic disciplines will be addressed.

    RAD 107
    RADIOLOGY FUNDAMENTALS & CLINICAL ASSESSMENT
    2 credit hours
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    This course introduces the field of radiology and basic skills required to perform duties in a patient care environment. Topics include patient care in the radiology department, vital signs, specific laboratory test, infection control, sterile procedures, and contrast media. The student will also be required to complete a CPR class in conjunction with this course.

    Prerequisites: Program Admission

    MAT 110
    INTERMEDIATE ALGEBRA
    3 credit hours
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    This course is designed for students who need to review basic algebra skills. It covers topics including positive and negative real numbers, solving and graphing linear equations and systems of linear equations, applications of algebra, exponents and scientific notation, operations with polynomials, factoring, rational expressions, functions and their graphs, inequalities, roots, radicals and complex numbers.

    SCI 116
    MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY
    1 credit hour
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    This course will introduce students to terminology used in the healthcare professions. The origins of medical terms will be studied with an emphasis placed on understanding the suffixes, prefixes, combining forms and root words used in healthcare terminology. At the end of the course the student will be able to comfortably understand, translate and discuss issues related to their profession using appropriate terminology.

    SCI 200
    HUMAN ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY: PRINCIPLES & PRACTICE
    5 credit hours
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    Structure and function of the cell, and the nervous, skeletal, muscle systems, special senses; circulatory, respiratory, digestive, excretory, endocrine, reproductive systems, as well as necessary aspects of chemistry, physics, embryology, and histology are stressed in this course. Laboratory experience will include cadaver study.

    SCI 206
    PATHOPHYSIOLOGY/PHARMACOLOGY
    4 credit hours
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    This survey course begins with a major focus on cellular function and pathology, including inflammation, infection, immune response, metabolism, and fluid disequilibria. These concepts serve as the foundation for the course as alterations in various bodily functions are examined. Alterations in body fluid and electrolyte homeostasis; fluid acid/base balance; gastrointestinal, urinary, respiratory, cardiac, endocrine and neurological functions are emphasized. The student will be introduced to pharmacological principles of commonly used classes of medications. The various drug classifications and general characteristics of drugs within a class are examined. These characteristics include the pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, side effects, adverse effects and drug interactions of common drugs within each class.

    Prerequisites: SCI 200

    COM 101
    ENGLISH COMPOSITION
    3 credit hours
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    This course provides instruction and practice in writing, with emphasis on the recursive processes of generating, drafting, revising and editing. Students develop skills in producing and evaluating written communications in private and public contexts.

    HUM ---
    WORLD OF IDEAS: HUMANITIES ELECTIVE
    3 credit hours
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    Students may choose a World of Ideas elective course. The course must be categorized within one of the following three sections: The World of Ideas: Human Connection The World of Ideas: Historical Perspectives The World of Ideas: The Arts See All Humanities Course Descriptions for specific course information.

    HUM 150
    THE WORLD OF IDEAS: CRITICAL REASONING AND RHETORIC
    3 credit hours
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    There is a strong relationship between thinking clearly and expressing thoughts in formal writing and public speaking. Using the skills of logic and critical thinking, students will examine ideas, analyze and evaluate the arguments of others, and advocate for their own ideas. Students will be introduced to the NMC Portfolio process. HUM 150 is to be taken in the first semester, unless designated in the second semester by the program of study.

    COM 255/267
    LANGUAGE & CULTURE IN HEALTHCARE
    3 credit hours
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    Access to healthcare is greatly affected by one's command of language. Students in this course engage in the exploration of language and culture then apply these concepts to the healthcare environment through service-learning and community engagement. Students develop practical communication skills that enable effective cross-cultural work with health professionals and clients with backgrounds different from their own. This course lasts over the entire semester.

    SSC 235
    THE SOCIOLOGY OF CULTURE
    3 credit hours
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    This course explores the ways in which human beings make and remake the meaning of their social world through the production of culture. It employs sociological methods to explore the construction of the dominant, white subculture in the United States. The same methodologies are employed to examine the construction of subcultures in the United States, including those based on race, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation.

    HUM 219
    MEDICAL LAW AND ETHICS
    3 credit hours
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    This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of medical laws, ethical principles and bioethics for the healthcare practitioner. The application of these fundamental principles will be applied using current medical-legal issues and bioethical dilemmas of today. The course is designed to improve the student’s ability to critically think and make sound decisions that are in alignment with professional ethics and values, integrity and judgment. The course will include such areas as confidentiality, privacy, consents, responsible practice, professionalism, bioethical dilemmas, and key legal aspects that influence the healthcare practitioner.

    PSY 101/215
    PSYCHOLOGY COURSE
    3 credit hours
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    PSY 101     INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY This course offers students an engaging introduction to the essential topics in the field of psychology. Throughout this scientific study of human behavior and the mind, students will survey and gain insight into the history of the field of psychology, as well as explore current theories and issues in areas such as wellness, emotion, cognition, motivation, perception, consciousness, social and personality, and memory. PSY 215     LIFESPAN DEVELOPMENT The Lifespan perspective involves several basic contentions: development is life-long, multidimensional, multi-directional, plastic, historically embedded, multi-disciplinary and contextual. Three imperative developmental issues are explored: maturation and experience, continuity and discontinuity and stability and change. Students study how humans develop and how they become who they are.

    Meet the Faculty

    Our radiologic technology faculty are highly experienced and credentialed in their own fields, giving you constant real-world insight you can use.

    While any instructor can recite from a textbook, ours go a step further and draw from vast personal experience. Instructors here care as deeply about their students as they do the subject matter and it shows.

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    Program Mission, Goals & Objectives

    Program Mission

    The mission of the Radiologic Technology Program at Nebraska Methodist College is to develop reflective, entry-level practitioners who exhibit technical competency in radiologic imaging and serve the community in the delivery of compassionate, holistic patient care.  By modeling professional ideals and high personal standards, we strive to foster life-long learners who act as change agents within their professional communities.

    Program Goals

    1. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • 1.1- Students will communicate effectively with other healthcare team members.
    • 1.2- Students will model AIDET communication skills while interacting with patients/family members.
    • 1.3- Students will demonstrate collegiate level written communications.
    • 1.4- Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills at the collegiate level.

    2. Students will be able to employ critical-thinking skills.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • 2.1- Students will critique images for proper evaluation criteria.
    • 2.2- Students will revise procedure/positioning based on patient's condition.
    • 2.3- Students will perform non-routine radiography.

    3. Students will demonstrate professional growth and development.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • 3.1- Students will understand the importance of professionalism in the clinical setting.
    • 3.2- Students will demonstrate a positive work ethic.
    • 3.3- Students will prepare for professional growth through life-long learning.

    4. Students will be clinically competent.

    Student Learning Outcomes:

    • 4.1- Students will employ safe radiation protection practices.
    • 4.2- Students will perform routine radiographic procedures competently.

    Radiologic Technology Written Statement

    For students applying to Imaging Sciences, BS, or Radiologic Technology, AS.

    Please develop a thoughtful and organized response to each of the numbered prompts below.The admissions committee is looking for responses that are well supported and use appropriate style and grammar.

    Your complete statement should not exceed 1,000 words and should use APA formatting and citations where applicable. You may attach your statement to an email and submit it to the Admissions Office at admissions@methodistcollege.edu.

    Instances of plagiarism within an applicant's written statement will disqualify them for acceptance to Nebraska Methodist College due to the College's commitment to academic integrity and stringent plagiarism policies.

    1. Please address what or who has influenced your decision to pursue a career in healthcare.
    2. Describe the skills, job duties and types of patient exams you will be expected to perform as a radiologic technologist.
    3. If you have job shadowed in radiologic technology, tell us about that experience and how it confirmed that this is the right career choice for you. If you have not shadowed, please respond: Not Applicable.
    4. An NMC graduate is an educated citizen who exhibits breadth of learning through the liberal arts and sciences traditions in concert with professional education. Our goal as an institution is that graduates of NMC will be able to articulate and demonstrate growth in the following areas: as reflective individuals, as effective communicators and as change agents. Considering the educated citizen goals, describe how you would envision using these characteristics as a radiologic technologist.
    5. Provide an example of a difficult situation or dilemma and describe how you demonstrated resilience and maintained a positive attitude during this time.
    6. Outline the steps you will take to ensure your success in this academically rigorous and time-intensive program.  Specifically discuss how you will balance other roles and responsibilities in your life during this time.  Please consider addressing relationships, employment, financial obligations and any additional priorities in your response.
    7. Describe your support system and outline specific areas you anticipate needing support in.  Briefly outline a plan for obtaining that support.
    8. Address any D's F's, W's or other discrepancies on your transcripts.  If you do not have any D's, F's or W's please respond:  Not Applicable. 

    Radiologic Technology Observation Requirements

    Hospital/clinic observation in a radiology department is strongly recommended by the NMC Radiologic Technology Program for admission. This is your opportunity to weigh your interest in the field and to learn more about the Radiologic Technology profession. Radiographers [R.T.(R)], who are providing students the opportunity for this experience will need to verify your participation in writing completing the enclosed observation form. Four hours of observation are required to be considered as a potential applicant for the program. It is YOUR responsibility to arrange this observation with one of the clinical sites listed below.

    • Students need to complete a diagnostic radiology experience. Observation in Computed Tomography, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Sonography will not be accepted.
    • Students should call ahead to the hospital/clinic of their choice to arrange an appointment for observation. Morning hours are prime hours for observation (8:00a.m.-12:00p.m.). Explain to the receptionist these four hours of observation are a pre-requisite for program admission.
    • Students should expect that it may be one to two weeks before the observation can be scheduled with the facility. Therefore, students are highly encouraged to complete this process as soon as possible.
    • Students are expected to dress professionally since they are completing this process as a representative of Nebraska Methodist College. When completing clinical hours of observation, students need to be mindful of the following:
      • No jeans, low rise pants or low cut/midriff tops
      • Wear low heeled, closed toe, non-slip comfortable shoes and dress pants.
      • No perfume (potential allergen)
      • Cosmetics and jewelry in moderation
    • Students should notify the hospital/clinic in the event of a late arrival or need to cancel. Canceling of a scheduled observation should be avoided if at all possible.
    • Students should be prepared to ask questions during their clinical observation. If the radiographer is involved in a procedure, please hold questions until after the exam is completed. This will help to minimize any disruption of the radiographic procedure.
    • Students are expected to follow any policies or directions given by hospital/clinic personnel without question. In the event a student is asked to leave a procedure for patient privacy, the student will be directed to a designated waiting area until the exam is completed. Students must remember the patient is always the radiographer’s first responsibility.
    • Students must observe patient confidentiality at all times. Most hospitals/clinics will request that students sign a confidentiality form prior to beginning the clinical observation. Cell phones are not allowed during the observation.
    • Students must keep interactions related to the scope of Radiologic Technology during their observation. Students are encouraged to inform the radiographer immediately if there are any problems or concerns while participating in this clinical observation.

    Observation Opportunities with Methodist Health System

    To begin the observation process through MHS, please contact: 

    Tracy Durbin 
    Chief Compliance Officer 
    (402) 354-4901 
    tracy.durbin@nmhs.org

    Download the Radiologic Technology Observation Log Sheet

    Radiologic Technology Technical Standards

    Since the completion of the Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology signifies that the holder is eligible to sit for the A.R.R.T. certification board examination and is prepared for entry into the profession of Radiologic Technology, it follows that graduates must have the knowledge and skills to function in a broad variety of clinical situations.

    The following information allows the student to make an informed decision in their educational career by providing a breakdown of student expectations within the program. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply to the program, however, it is the student's responsibility to notify administration of the college if there are any reasons why he/she cannot adequately meet the expectations described below.

    1. Problem solving: the culminating activity in the preparation of a radiographer is clinical reasoning. Therefore, a student must be able to make correct observation, and have the skills of measurement, calculation, reasoning, analysis, and synthesis.
    2. Judgment: the student will be expected to demonstrate judgment in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings, which illustrates an ability to make mature, sensitive, effective and ethical decisions in the following areas: Relationships with supervisors, peers, and patients Professional behavior The effectiveness of intervention strategies An understanding of the rationale and justification of his/her performance
    3. Communication:
      1. Written Communication: the student must be able to assimilate information from written sources (i.e., texts, journals, medical/school records, etc.), and attain, comprehend, retain, and utilize new information presented in written formats. The profession calls not only for the initial learning of a new body of knowledge, but also the continual updating of knowledge from current sources. Students are required to utilize information from written sources and must be able to produce appropriate written documentation.
      2. Verbal and Nonverbal Communication: the student must be able to produce the spoken word and elicit information from patients, supervisors, and peers with skills in describing factual information, including subtle cues of mood and temperament. Communication must be accurate, sensitive, and efficient within all facets of healthcare. Response time to emergencies/crisis situations as well as routine communication must be appropriate.
    4. Sensorimotor: the student must have gross motor, fine motor, and equilibrium functions reasonably required to carry out radiographic examinations. Task requirements range from transferring a child or adult from a wheelchair to a radiographic table, to the fine motor manipulation required to draw up emergency medication. Quick reactions are necessary not only for safety, but for one to respond efficiently in most clinical situations. The student must be able to observe a patient accurately at a distance and close at hand. Observation necessitates the functional use of the visual, auditory, and tactile senses. The student can expect to lift and manipulate patients and radiographic equipment up to 50 lbs or more.
    5. Attitude: the student is expected to exhibit professional behavior and attitudes during his/her participation in classroom and clinical situations. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate language, flexibility toward change, and acceptance of responsibility for one's own conduct. The student is expected to exhibit a positive attitude toward patients, peers, and supervisors.
    6. Observation: the student will be required to use instruments requiring visual acuity. These devices include, but are not limited to, radiographic equipment, health assessment tools and devices (i.e., blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, etc.). The student will be required to make observations and evaluations, while observing the results of treatment and reactions.
    7. It is the responsibility of the student to understand the duties, responsibilities, skills and abilities required of  this chosen program/profession. In addition to the technical standards as described above, please review the information regarding radiologic technology at the O*NET website at http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/29-2034.00. 

    Radiologic Technology Professional Organizations

    Radiologic Technology Blog Posts

    Other Degree Options

    Nebraska Methodist College offers several degree options in medical imaging:

    Program Handbook

    Radiologic Technology Program Effectiveness

    Job placement numbers may differ from the number of graduates reported. This is based on the JRCERT definition of "not actively seeking" employment that makes the graduate exempt from reporting by the program. Data collected 12 months post-graduation. Full exemption list includes; (1) graduate who fails to communicate to program after several attempts to contact. (2) Graduate unwilling to relocate for employment. (3) Graduate unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours. (4) Graduate on active military duty. (5) Graduate in continuing education.

    Program Effectiveness Data

    Year

    2019

    2018

    2017

    2016

    2015

    5 Year Average (2015-19)

    Certification Pass Rate -
    1st Attempt

    Job Placement*

    Annual Program Completion

    100% 19/19

    100% 16/16
    (3 exempt)

    83% 19/23

    100% - 21/21

    100% - 19/19
    (2 exempt)

    91% - 21/23

    71% - 12/17

    100% - 11/11
    (6 exempt)

    100% - 17/17

    100% - 13/13

    90% - 9/10

    93% - 13/14

    95% - 18/19

    100% - 11/11

    86% - 19/22

    93% 83/89

    99% 66/67

    *Job placement numbers may differ from the number of graduates reported. This is based on the JRCERT definition of “not actively seeking” employment that makes the graduate exempt from reporting by the program. Data collected 12 months post-graduation. Full exemption list includes: (1) graduate who fails to communicate to program after several attempts to contact. (2) Graduate unwilling to relocate for employment. (3) Graduate unwilling to accept employment due to salary or hours. (4) Graduate on active military duty. (5) Graduate in continuing education.
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    Radiologic Technology Degree Guide

    Admissions Requirements, Example Plan of Study and More
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