Limited Medical Radiologic Technologist Program

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Austin, Texas
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Houston Northwest
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Houston Southwest
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San Antonio
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 26.3% from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for other occupations according to Texas Workforce Commission’s Labor Market and Career Information Department.

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.

 

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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            
RA 125 Introduction to Radiology /Law and Ethics 20     20 1.0
RAP 101 Introduction to Medical Terminology and Radiographic Terminology 30     30 2.0
RA 112A Anatomy and Physiology (The Human Body Thorax, Respiratory and Muscular Systems) 30     30 2.0
RAP 112A Radiographic Positioning of the Chest, Bony Thorax and Sternum   40   40 1.0
MODULE II            
RA 118 Radiographic Physics 30     30 2.0
RA 113A Anatomy and Physiology (Vertebral Column, Integumentary and Cardiovascular Systems) 40     40 2.5
RAP 113 Radiographic Positioning of the Vertebral Column   50   50 1.5
​MODULE III            
RA 120 Radiographic Biology 30     30 2.0
RA 114A Anatomy and Physiology (Upper Extremity, Endocrine, Urinary, Reproductive Systems 40     40 2.5
RAP 114 Radiographic Positioning of the Upper Extremity   50   50 1.5
​MODULE IV            
RA 124 Radiation Production and Exposure 30     30 2.0
RA 115A Anatomy and Physiology (Skull, Facial Bones, Nervous System, Special Senses 40     40 2.5
RAP 115 Radiographic Positioning of the Skull and Facial Bones   50   50 1.5
MODULE V            
RA 122 Radiation Protection And Safety 30     30 2.0
RA 116A Anatomy and Physiology (Lower Extremity and Digestive System 40     40 2.5
RA 116 Radiographic Positioning of  the Lower Extremity   50   50 1.5
MODULE VI            
RA 121 Professionalism 30     30 2.0
RA 117 Imaging Equipment and Maintenance 20     20 1.0
RA 119A Film Processing and Quality Control 30     30 3.0
RA 123A Patient Care and CPR 40     40 2.5
MODULE VII - IX            
RAX 100 X-ray Externship*     600 600 13.0
  Totals Hours/Credits 480 240 600 1320 50.5

 

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