Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist

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Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist Program

One of the fastest-growing health
care careers

The Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist program at CHCP provides high-quality training to students who wish to work directly with patients and are interested in a highly focused and technical medical position with opportunities for advancement.

Limited Medical Radiologic Technologists, also referred to as limited x-ray technologists or imaging technologists, take X-rays of patients’ various anatomy, then pass the images along to doctors for diagnosis. The limited medical radiologic technologist role is very specialized, yet you will still work closely with patients, explaining procedures, setting up and operating the X-ray machine and related equipment. Job responsibilities will include positioning patients for X-rays, determining appropriate angle and height of X-ray equipment, and calculating the dosage of radiation needed to create quality  X-rays of the appropriate density, detail, and contrast, which enables the physician to make an accurate diagnosis.

Not only will you have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping in the process of healing another person, but you will have a career in the growing field of allied health. Employment of Limited Medical Radiologic Technologists is expected to grow 28% from 2010 to 2020, faster than the average for other occupations according to Bureau of Labor Statistics*. There are many limited medical radiologic technologist schools to choose from, but at CHCP you will get hands-on training in many areas of radiology which will prepare you to pass the Texas state licensing exam after graduation.  Apply today to begin your training as a radiology technician and start your journey to a career in a hospital, chiropractor’s office, medical office, or digital imaging center.

Criminal History Evaluation Process:
There is now a process for current & potential students to have their criminal history evaluated by the Texas Department of State Health Services to determine eligibility for state licensure. Please refer to the below listed link. We recommend completing the evaluation prior to enrolling to avoid unnecessary hardship or costs if the criminal history is grounds for license ineligibility.

 *May not reflect local or regional job market

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Career Opportunities

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Great Job Opportunities for Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist

  • Physician’s offices

  • Diagnostic imaging centers

  • Medical clinics

  • Chiropractor’s offices
     

 

 


Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist Skills You Will Learn

  • How to obtain and record an accurate patient history

  • Develop and/or archive radiographic images

  • How to obtain traditional images through x-ray of the bones and structures surrounding the brain and spinal cord

  • Life Skills
     

 

Limited Medical Radiologic Courses

    Lecture
Hours		 Lab
Hours		 Extern
Hours		 Total
Hours		 Semester
Credits
MODULE I            
MSS 100 Master Student/Study Skills 30     30 2.0
PRO 100 Professionalism 15     15 1.0
HIP 100 HIPPA/OSHA/ Infection Control 15     15 1.0
MED 100 Medical Terminology 30     30 2.0
APM 100 Overview of Anatomy & Physiology 30     30 2.0
MODULE II            
RAD 201 Introduction to Radiologic Science/Ethics and Law 30     30 2.0
RAD 202 Radiographic Math and Calculations 30     30 2.0
RAD 203 Radiographic Terminology 30     30 2.0
RAD 204 Radiation Production and Exposure 30     30 2.0
​MODULE III            
RAD 205 Radiographic Protection and Safety 30     30 2.0
RAD 210 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Upper Extremities 40     40 2.5
RAD 220 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Upper Extremities Lab   50   50 1.5
​MODULE IV            
RAD 206 Imaging Equipment 30     30 2.0
RAD 211 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Lower Extremity and Abdomen/Pelvis 40     40 2.5
RAD 221 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Lower Extremity and Abdomen/Pelvis Lab   50   50 1.5
MODULE V            
RAD 207 Patient Care in Radiologic Sciences 50     50 3.0
RAD 212 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Chest and Bony Thorax 30     30 2.0
RAD 222 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Chest and Bony Thorax Lab   50   50 1.0
MODULE VI            
RAD 208 Radiation Biology 30     30 2.0
RAD 213 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Vertebral Column 40     40 2.5
RAD 223 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Vertebral Column Lab   50   50 1.5
MODULE VII            
RAD 209 Digital Image Acquisition, Display and File/Screen Image Production and Evaluation 40     40 2.5
RAD 214 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Skull and Facial Bones 40     40 2.5
RAD  224 A & P, Pathology and Medical Terminology of the Skull and Facial Bones Lab   40   40 1.0
MODULE VIII            
RAD 225 Comprehensive Review 60       4.0
RAD 230 Radiology Externship     600 600 13.0
             
  Totals Hours/Credits 670 230 600 1500 63.0

 

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