Radiologic Technology

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Mission

The Radiologic Technology program at North Shore Community College provides affordable and rigorous education with the goal of graduating competent entry level Radiologic Technologists. The program utilizes up-to-date imaging technology and diverse clinical experiences to prepare students for different medical environments requiring imaging services. The program emphasizes professionalism and constant continuing education to remain competent in the ever-changing radiology field.

For Goal #1- Students will demonstrate clinical competence.

• Students will position patients properly.
• Students will apply radiation safety and follow ALARA standards.
• Students will demonstrate proper use of all radiology equipment.

For Goal #2- Students will employ effective communication skills.

• Students will effectively communicate in a clinical setting.
• Students will effectively communicate within an academic setting

For Goal #3- Students will apply critical thinking skills.

• Students will demonstrate the ability to perform non-routine radiographic exams.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to determine acceptable diagnostic images.

For Goals #4- Students will practice professionalism

• Students will exhibit professional behavior.
• Students will provide quality patient care and comfort.

The curriculum is designed to meet the requirements set by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in order to be eligible to take the national registry exam. This includes both didactic and clinical competency requirements.

Subjects include:

• Radiographic Positioning and Anatomy
• Radiation Protection and Monitoring
• Radiology Equipment
• Medical Law and Ethics
• Pharmacology and Contrast
• Radiography Clinical Experiences

For a full list of courses visit our Academic Catalog.

Graduates can pursue careers as Radiologic Technologists in a variety of settings, including:

• Hospitals and Medical Centers
• Orthopedic Offices
• Physicians' Offices and Clinics
• Urgent Care Centers
• Mobile Imaging Services
• Advances Imaging Modalities

NSCC's Radiologic Technology program has an official transfer agreement with the New England Institute of Technology. Students are encouraged to consult with academic advisors to explore transfer agreements and plan their academic pathways accordingly.

New England Institute of Technology
A.S. Radiologic Technology to Rehabilitation Sciences Bachelor's Degree [View Agreement]

Review the Radiologic Technology Program Policies >

Program graduates must sit for and pass the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) examination in order to work as a Radiologic Technologist. The ARRT oversees the education, ethics and examinations of all Radiologic Technologists.

Applicants to the RT program must meet the ethics requirements necessary in order to be able to sit for the ARRT examination after successful completion of the program. If you have any questions regarding your eligibility to sit for the ARRT exam, please check the ethics pre-application section at www.arrt.org.

Review the Radiologic Technology Clinical Affiliations >

NSCC Faculty/Program Chair

NSCC Faculty/Clinical Coordinator

NSCC Dean of Health Professions

NSCC Executive Director of Wellness and Accessibility Services

Addison Gilbert Hospital Preceptor

Beth Israel Lahey Outpatient Center in Danvers Clinical Preceptor

Beverly Hospital Clinical Preceptor

Beverly Hospital Department Manager

MGB Outpatient Center in Lynn Preceptor

Salem Hospital Clinical Preceptor

Salem Hospital Department Manager

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center Clinical Preceptor

Southern New Hampshire Medical Center Department Manager

Program Medical Director