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Tips on Earning an Online Radiology Degree

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Radiology is a highly competitive field. However, as technology expands, so do employment positions. And those who become radiologists will enjoy a large salary as well as a good balance between working and free time. Thus, many people are trying to earn an online radiology degree. In this article I will offer you some tips on how to do this.

First, you must decide which online radiology program you should pursue, and what degree you will consider. While radiology is devoted to internal imaging, there are still many different degree programs you can choose from. For example, radiology can be used for both therapeutic purposes as well as diagnostic purposes.

In any case, any good degree program will teach you about the important radiology technology such as ultrasound, computed tomography scanning, x-rays, radio waves, magnetic imaging and other digital imaging technology.

Different degrees will qualify you for different opportunities. If you have earned an associate’s degree, then you will have employment as an entry-level technician. A Bachelor’s Degree or Masters Degree will make you far more employable in the field of radiology. If you earn a Master’s Degree, one of the highest positions you can hold is that of a radiologist. Then you’ll be able to interpret the images to offer a diagnosis for every patient.

With over 600 different accredited formal training programs for radiology that are available to you, you must put in a good chunk of research time in order to choose the best one for your needs. In order to do this you will have to understand the various different careers in radiology.

We already discussed radiologists, which is without a doubt the most popular career choice. But there are also radiology technologists and technicians. Typically they are referred to as radiographers, and they work with a physician. Generally, a physician will give them instructions to perform the operations of the different imaging technology that are on hand at the clinical facility.

In addition, a radiographer will also develop the film that contains the images that are generated from the imaging device. In some instances, they may also explain the procedures and position the patient correctly in order to use the imaging device.

Getting an online radiology degree is a combination of online work and actual lab times. It is by no means an “easy” route to a degree, but it is much more convenient and allows you to work more at your own pace than a typical classroom setting. It may be the solution that you are looking for.

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Online X-Ray Technician Training

admin — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:59:00 +0000

It is possible to complete studies in online schools for practicing as an X-ray Technician. Most courses can be completed and certification earned at your own pace from the comfort of your own home through an Online X-ray Technician program.

An X-ray Technician, or radiologic technologist, supports medical teams by managing x-ray imaging processes, transporting and preparing patients for x-ray, and providing information. X-ray Technicians are employed in private physicians’ and chiropractic offices, medical and dental clinics, and sometimes in industry and government services. Hospitals, however, are where most X-ray Technicians will find placement.

An X-ray Technician is trained to use radiography to capture images of the body and to provide information for diagnosis. Information provided by X-ray Technicians will be used to repair broken bones and treat diseases. An X-ray Technician is trained to explain procedures to patients and operate x-ray machines. An X-ray Technician must also be educated in the safety issues related to radiology and materials used in the processes of imaging.

Most programs for an X-ray Technician will prepare the student with studies of patient care, medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, pathology, the uses of radiology, and necessary protection from excessive radiation. Additionally, students will be instructed in the proper positioning of patients for specific techniques, principles of imaging, and medical ethics. X-ray Technician programs take one to four years of study, depending on the program and the level of expertise the student chooses.

A curriculum emphasizes the development of effective techniques and preparation for state examinations for certification or licensing, as necessary. Most programs prepare X-ray Technicians to perform back office medical assistance, as well, which will increase job opportunities and vary job one’s experience.

For more information about becoming an X-ray Technician, feel free to research our site for more in-depth educational information and resources.

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X-RayTechnician On The Job

admin — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:54:00 +0000

An X-Ray Technician is now called a Radiologic Technologist due to the fact that they no longer just create x-ray images. Today’s radiographers are far more versatile in the medical community and they create medical images that help health care providers diagnose and treat illness or injury using a plethora of tools. These tools can include X-rays, ultrasound, CT scans, MRIs and a few others. The term radiologic technologist includes different modalities within this health profession. There are more specific titles when describing specifically what someone does. It’s sort of like the term nurse in that there are many types of nurses with specific areas of expertise. They do have one thing in common with nurses; they can wear nurse’s scrubs to work.

The term technologist can be a little misleading also and should not be confused with technician. A technician fixes machines; a technologist uses the machine to perform their duties. The duties of a Radiologic Technologist include a variety of specialties. Diagnostic Radiography is used to look through the tissue to examine bones, cavities and foreign objects. Sonography uses high frequency ultrasound to see inside the body and is economical, safe and versatile. The technologist that uses this equipment is often a specially trained Sonographer. Fluoroscopy is live motion X-ray and is mostly used to image the digestive tract. With constant radiation a technologist can monitor the administering of a contrasting agent to highlight the organs. This can also be used to position devices within the body. ACT or computed tomography provides a cross-sectional view of the body. It can put the images together to provide 2-D or 3-D images also. An MRI or magnetic resonance imaging, builds a 2-D or 3-D map of different tissue types within the body. Nuclear medicine uses radioactive tracers to examine how the body and organs function. This is often used in the kidneys and heart. Radioisotopes are now being used to treat certain cancers such as thyroid and prostate cancer. Radiation therapy uses radiation to eradicate or shrink cancerous cells and growths in and on the surface of the body. The last technology we’ll list is mammography’s, which uses X-ray to look at the breast tissues.

As you probably are aware, since most of these technologists work in a medical facility, they wear a medical uniform, quite often nursing scrubs. They normally cannot be differentiated by anything these days. In the past they were the ones with the heavy lead apron on during an X-ray treatment.

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The X-Ray, Yesterday and Today

admin — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:52:00 +0000

Back in 1895, German physicist Wilhelm Roentgen invented X-ray technology by mistake. Now, over 100 years later, you can use his accident to your career advantage by enrolling at an X-ray technician school.

An X-ray technician, or radiographer, produces X-ray films of parts of the body and administers nonradioactive materials into the bloodstream for diagnostic purposes. The X-ray technician is also responsible for preparing patients and their records, and adjusting, maintaining, and operating equipment.

Within the field, X-ray technicians may specialize in complex diagnostic imaging technologies, such as computerized tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). CT technologists operate CT scanners to produce cross-sectional images of patients. MRI technologists operate machines that use strong magnets and radio waves, rather than radiation, to create an image.

Formal X-ray technician training ranges from one to four years and leads to a certificate, associate degree, or bachelor’s degree. The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology accredited 606 radiography programs in 2005. The programs offer classroom and clinical instruction in anatomy, medical ethics, medical terminology, pathology, patient care procedures, physiology, positioning of patients, principles of imaging, radiation physics, radiation protection, and radiobiology.

Upon graduation from an accredited X-ray technician program, you may take a certification exam offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. In 2005, 38 states certified X-ray technicians. To be recertified, or registered, you must complete 24 hours of continuing education every two years.

Those with X-ray technician training held about 182,000 jobs in 2004, more than half of which were in hospitals. And employment is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations through 2014, as the population grows and ages, increasing the demand for diagnostic imaging. Median annual earnings of graduates of X-ray technician schools were $43,350 in May 2004, with the highest 10 percent earning more than $60,210. Those who are experienced in more complex diagnostic imaging procedures, such as CT and MRI, will have better employment opportunities. Why wait? Get a glimpse of your future by enrolling in an X-ray technician program today.

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X-Ray Technician Schools and Radiology Programs

admin — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 22:42:02 +0000

Online/Distance Programs

Florida Hospital College of Health Sciences – Online

Bachelor’s

Radiologic Sciences
Saint Joseph’s College of Maine – Online

Bachelor’s | Master’s

Health Admin, Long-Term Care, Radiologic Science

Arizona

The Bryman School – Phoenix – Phoenix

Diploma

Dental Assistant, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Practical Tech in Radiology, Surgical Tech

California

Kaplan College – North County – Vista

Certificate | Diploma

Dental Assistant, Health Care and Rehab Tech, Massage Therapy, Medical Admin & Insurance Specialist, Medical Asst, Medical Insurance Coder, Pharmacy Tech, X-Ray Tech/Medical Asst
West Coast Ultrasound Institute – Beverly Hills – Beverly Hills

Certificate | Diploma

Cardio Vascular Echosonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Ultrasound, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

Colorado

Anthem College – Aurora – Aurora

Diploma

Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Surgical Tech, X-Ray Tech
Concorde Career College – Denver – Aurora

Diploma | Associate’s

Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Insurance Coding & Billing, Nursing, Practical Nursing, Radiologic Tech, Respiratory Therapy, Surgical Tech

Florida

Everest University – Brandon – Tampa

Diploma | Associate’s

Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Medical Insurance Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Keiser University – Daytona Beach – Daytona Beach

Associate’s | Bachelor’s

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Science, Health Services Admin, Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Radiologic Tech, Sports Medicine & Fitness Tech
MedVance Institute – Ft. Lauderdale – Ft. Lauderdale

Diploma | Associate’s

IT & Biomedical Tech, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding Specialist, Medical Lab Tech, Medical Office Admin, Pharmacy Tech, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Sanford-Brown Institute – Ft. Lauderdale – Ft. Lauderdale

Diploma | Associate’s

Cardiovascular Tech, Dental Assisting, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Surgical Tech
Ultimate Medical Academy – Clearwater – Clearwater

Certificate

Dental Asst, Insurance Billing & Coding, Medical/Clinical Lab Asst, Patient Care Technician, X-Ray

Kansas

Heritage College – Wichita – Wichita

Diploma | Associate’s

Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting, Personal Trainer, Pharmacy Technician, X-Ray Medical Technician

Kentucky

ATA – Career Education – Louisville – Louisville

Diploma | Associate’s

Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Coding, Medical Coding/Hospital, Medical Office Asst, Medical Radiography, Practical Nursing
Spencerian College – Louisville – Louisville

Diploma | Certificate | Associate’s

Clinical Asst, Health Care Reimbursement Specialist, Health Unit Coordinator, Invasive Cardiovascular Tech, Limited Medical Radiography, Medical Admin Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Coding, Medical Lab Science, Medical Office Mgmt, Medical Transcription, Phlebotomy, Practical Nursing, Surgical Tech, Radiologic Tech

Louisiana

MedVance Institute – Baton Rouge – Baton Rouge

Diploma | Associate’s

IT & Biomedical Tech, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding Specialist, Medical Lab Tech, Medical Office Admin, Pharmacy Tech, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech

Minnesota

Argosy University – Twin Cities – Eagan

AAS | AS | MS

Dental Hygienist, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Health Service Mgmt, Histotechnology, Medical Asst, Medical Lab Tech, Radiation Therapy, Radiologic Tech, Veterinary Tech

Missouri

Colorado Technical University – North Kansas City – North Kansas City

Diploma | Associate’s | Bachelor’s

Advanced Clinical Modalities, Health Services Admin, Medical Assisting, Practical Nursing, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
Sanford-Brown College – Fenton – Fenton

Diploma | Associate’s | Bachelor’s

Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Emergency Medical Services, Health Care Admin, Medical Asst, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, Vet Tech

North Carolina

South College – Asheville – Asheville

Certificate | Associate’s

Medical Asst, Physical Therapy Asst, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech

Ohio

Bohecker College – Cincinnati – Cincinnati

Associate’s | Diploma

Dental Asst, EMT, Medical Asst, Medical Coding/Billing, Medical Business & Clinical Specialist, Paralegal, Radiologic Tech
Sanford-Brown College – Cleveland – Middleburg Heights

Diploma | Associate’s

Adv Massage Therapy, Cardiovascular Tech, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiography

Oregon

Apollo College – Portland – Portland

Diploma

Dental Asst, Medical Admin Asst, Medical Asst, Medical Asst / Limited X-Ray, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Veterinary Asst
Concorde Career Institute – Portland – Portland

Diploma

Dental Asst, Medical Asst, Insurance Coding & Billing, Surgical Tech, Practical Nursing
Pioneer Pacific College – Wilsonville – Wilsonville

Diploma | Associate’s | Bachelor’s

Health Care Admin, Massage Therapy, Medical Asst, Medical Asst with Limited X-Ray, Medical Claims & Billing Specialist

Pennsylvania

Sanford-Brown Institute – Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh

Diploma | Associate’s

Anesthesia Tech, Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, Massage Therapy, Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Specialist, Radiographer, Veterinary Tech

Tennessee

MedVance Institute – Cookeville – Cookeville

Diploma | Associate’s

Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding Specialist, Medical Lab Tech, Medical Office Admin, Pharmacy Tech, Radiologic Tech, Surgical Tech
South College – Knoxville – Knoxville

Certification | Associate’s | Bachelor’s | Master’s

Health Science, Medical Assistant, Nuclear Medicine, Pharmaceutical Science, Physician Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography

Texas

Sanford-Brown Institute – Northloop West – Houston

Certificate

Medical Asst, Medical Billing & Coding, Pharmacy Tech, Radiography Tech, Surgical Tech

Wisconsin

Sanford-Brown College – Milwaukee – West Allis

Diploma | Associate’s

Cardiovascular Sonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assistant, Medical Billing & Coding, Radiography

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