Radiologic Technology

The Belmont College Radiology Program is new; however, it is the former Ohio Valley Medical Center Program of Radiologic Technology, which was known for its program excellence from its inception in 1954. Graduates have had a 100% pass rate on the national board exam for over 20 years. Belmont College and program faculty are determined to carry on this achievement.
 

Upon completion of all program requirements, the student will receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Radiologic Technology.
 

The program’s mission is dedicated to providing learning experiences that will enable each student to deliver quality health care, to understand the values and behavior of the profession, and to develop communication and independent reasoning in preparation for employment as entry level radiographers.
 

The Belmont College Radiology Program is nationally accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and have received an 8-year accreditation award, which is the maximum offered.
 
A radiologic technologist is a health care professional who performs medical imaging to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury. A thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, positioning, imaging principles, equipment protocols, radiation protection and patient care must be mastered in order to demonstrate images of anatomic structures, such as organs, vessels and bones.
 
To register for the TEAS Exam, click here – Powered by AppointmentPlus The test will take about 4 hours. Be sure to arrive 15 minutes prior to testing so that you can get checked in and receive proper instructions. You will need to bring with you a photo ID. Paper and pencils will be provided. You also need to make sure that you have paid your test fee of $70 in our business office located in the ATC building on the main campus before taking the test. Bring the receipt with you and present it at check in.
 
TEAS Testing Procedures
 
Spring 2022 TEAS Testing:
 
Please note, TEAS testing will be held almost every Friday with 2 sessions that are from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM and 12:30 – 4:00 PM.

The program is committed to the attainment of the following goals:
 

Goal 1: Students will demonstrate clinical competence.
 

Learning Outcomes:
 

• Properly position patient
• Practice radiation safety/protection
• Practice proper selection of technical factors

 
Goal 2: Students will demonstrate effective communication skills (oral and written).
 

Learning Outcomes:
 

• Communicate effectively with patients
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, radiographers, peers, and communities of interest

 
Goal 3: Students will develop critical thinking skills.
 

Learning Outcomes:
 

• Adapt standard procedures for non-routine patients
• Demonstrate critical analysis of a digital image

 
Goal 4: Student will model professionalism and understand the importance of professional work ethic and lifelong learning.
 

Learning Outcomes:
 

• Demonstrate professional work ethic
• Understand the value of lifelong learning

 
Goal 5: The program will provide qualified radiographers to meet the needs of the healthcare community.
 

Learning Outcomes:
 

• Students will successfully complete the radiology program
• Graduates will pass the ARRT credentialing exam on the first attempt within one year
• Graduates will be employed 12 months following graduation
• Graduates will indicate they are satisfied with the program
• Employers will indicate satisfaction with graduates hired

Career Possibilities

The Radiographer has a plethora of career opportunities in a variety of areas. Radiographers may be employed at hospitals, urgent care facilities, private physician offices, imaging centers, or public health facilities. In addition, a radiographer can choose to work for the government, in laboratories, or in radiographic equipment sales and/or applications. With training and certification, radiographers may further their careers by advancing certification in the areas of radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), bone densitometry (DEXA), cardiac-interventional radiography, vascular-interventional radiography, and registered radiologist assistance.

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