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Student Perspective: A New Student’s Guide to the Rad Tech Program

Radiology Program
Student Handbook
Available for your reading in the college's library. The handbook is on reserve in the library. It should not be removed from the library.

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The Radiologic Technology Program at Massasoit was established out of a need for radiographers during a time when there was a national shortage of them. With the strong support of the nine original clinical education centers and college officials, the college accepted its first class in the fall of 1988. Since the program's first graduation in 1990 over 450 students have successfully completed and graduated from the program. Some of our students have continued their education by attending modality schools in Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Nuclear Medicine, and Computerized Tomography. Some graduates have chosen to work in mammography, computerized tomography (CT), portable radiology or densitometry. Our current Radiologic Technology faculty includes 2 members who are graduates of the program.

The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology. Graduates of our program have successfully passed the national certification examination and have found employment in various hospitals, clinics, for portable companies, and private physicians' offices.

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago, IL. 60606-2901
Tel. (312) 704-5300
Website: http://www.jrcert.org

As you explore our website I hope you find the information you are seeking and answers to questions you may have about the program or the profession of radiology. Of course, you may always contact one of the program officials at the college.

Mission Statement
The Radiology Program of Massasoit Community College serves the radiologic medical community and the population of greater Brockton, Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and the Islands by preparing competent entry- level radiologic technologists who: are competent in the performance of radiographic examinations, demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in their practice of radiology procedures, communicate effectively with staff and patients, employ radiation safety practices, foster professional development and growth and are prepared to achieved certification and employment in the field of radiology.

The program’s thirteen clinical affiliations is the keystone of the program by: providing a clinical instructor to supervise the students, staff who have an important role in the success of the student’s clinical education, and a diverse patient population. The faculty of the program is committed to promoting in its students the concepts of: professional development, ethical and moral behaviors, a high quality work ethic, and compassion and care to culturally diverse populations.

Program Goals

The program will provide the community with competent entry-level technologists.

To promote the development of those intellectual skills that foster critical thinking and problem solving that are necessary for life- long learning.

To provide students with the skills necessary to communicate effectively within the healthcare community.

To promote the development of life- long professional attitudes and values.

Student Outcomes

Students will apply positioning skills.

Students will select appropriate technical factors.

Students will demonstrate appropriate radiation safety practice.

Students will demonstrate adaptability and flexibility when met with a new circumstance related to the radiographic exam, difficult
cases or variations from the routine.

Students will use effective oral communication skills in the clinical and academic settings.

Students will practice written communication skills.

Graduate students will demonstrate involvement in state and national professional organizations.

Students will discuss the importance of keeping current in the profession.

The program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology. Graduates of our program have successfully passed the national certification examination and have found employment in various hospitals, clinics, portable companies, and private physicians' offices.

As you explore our website I hope you find the information you are seeking and answers to questions you may have about the program or the profession of radiology. Of course, you may always contact one of the program officials at the college.

Program Philosophy

The Radiology Program at Massasoit Community College bases its foundation on which the program functions by the following:

The belief that a student can succeed in the program if the student employs the tools available for student success and program faculty supports the student.

The belief that the clinical affiliates play an integral role in the program’s success.

The belief that radiographers must demonstrate ethical, moral, and professional standards when serving the population of the community and other healthcare members.

The belief that the program must graduate entry -level technologists who promote professional development in order to produce images of high quality.

The belief that as a professional a radiographer one must be able to employ critical thinking and problem solving skills in order to render quality images, deliver compassionate patient care and judicious exposure.

Last Update: June 13, 2011

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