Program Outcomes
1. Students will be safe, competent and professional entry- level radiologic technologist
and will:
a. Determine exposure factors to obtain diagnostic quality radiographs while protecting
themselves, their patients and others.
b. Be able to adapt exposure factors for various patient conditions, equipment, accessories
and contrast media to maintain appropriate radiographic quality.
c. Be able to operate radiographic imaging equipment, process radiographs, and evaluate
radiographic images for appropriate positioning and image quality.
d. Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate first aid and basic life-support
procedures.
2. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills while working in a culturally
diverse population and will:
a. Demonstrate the ability to professionally communicate (oral and written) to members
of the health care team, the public and their peers.
b. Provide education to patients before, during and after any radiologic exam.
3. Students will apply critical thinking and problem solving skills within the scope
of practice in all settings and will:
a. Exercise independent judgment and discretion in the technical performance of radiologic
technology procedure.
b. Demonstrate their knowledge relating to quality assurance.
c. Modify standard procedures to accommodate for patient condition and other variables.
d. Anticipate and provide for basic care and comfort utilizing the principles of proper
body mechanics, positioning and knowledge of human structure and function.
4. Students will demonstrate professional and ethical behavior and will:
a. Dress according to professional standards of the program.
b. Use profession-appropriate medical language when communicating with co-workers
and the health care team.
c. Adhere to all HIPAA and patient confidentiality regulations,
d. Perform all duties safely and effectively and within the scope of practice,
e. Following attendance and participation guidelines,
5. Students will graduate and be prepared for the workforce and will have gainful
employment as Radiological Technologist in the local health care community as evidenced
by:
a. 80% of students entering the program will successfully complete the program.
b. 100% will successfully complete the national registry exam and become Radiologic
Technologist.
c. 80% employment rates within 6 months of graduation.