Course Description
Students will observe/participate in programmed clinical experiences within the radiology departments at area hospitals. Each student in this course must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.
Prerequisite(s)
Course Fee
$168
Topical Outline
Students will have until the end of the course, to complete:
- one (1) Chest X-ray Clinical Competency Evaluation
- one (1) Abdominal (KUB) Clinical Competency Evaluation
- four (4) Upper Extremity Pre-Competencies
- four (4) Lower Extremity Pre-Competencies
At the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Produce under direct supervision with assistance from a registered Radiologic Technologists proper positioning of select upper and lower extremities to complete requirements of a practice clinical competency (Pre-COE)
- Manage confidentiality of patients, their radiographs, and pertinent patient information as enforced by HIPPA.
- Utilize medical terminology pertinent to radiographic anatomy and positioning, recording accurate patient history, and in the interpretation of diagnostic reports.
- Describe the principles, practices, and policies of the health care organization and the responsibilities of the radiographer.
- Identify the philosophical basis of ethics and proper ethical behavior.
- Develop proper patient care skills including physical and psychological needs of the patient and their family.
- Recognize the factors that influence the production and recording of radiologic images.
- Operate radiographic and fluoroscopic equipment.
- Exhibit proper radiation protection responsibilities for radiography personnel, patients, and the public.
- Recognize patients, patients’ families, and professional peers diverse backgrounds due to their value system, cultural and ethnic influences, communication styles socioeconomic influences, health risks, and life stages.