Radiology Technician Program

Students seeking a certificate or degree in the radiology technician program at James A Rhodes State College will focus on radiation treatment for patients of varying backgrounds, learning to administer prescribed courses of radiation treatments and managing patient care for radiation therapy patients. Students who gain a radiology technician degree or certification study courses in radiation biology, radiation oncology procedures and techniques, radiation dosimetry, and go on to employ this knowledge to help patients in need of radiation treatment. Get more details below including other Ohio colleges that offer radiology technician program.

The Radiology Technician program at Rhodes State College is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology for more than 49 years.

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James A Rhodes State College

Also known as Rhodes State College

11627 State Rte 243, Chesapeake, OH

James A. Rhodes State College (Rhodes State College) is a public institution providing degree granting career programs, non-credit workforce development, and consulting for business and industry in Lima, Ohio. With more than 4,100 students currently enrolled, Rhodes State College has more than 450 full-time and part-time faculty and staff.

Mission Statement:

Rhodes State College’s Mission State exists to change lives, build futures and improve communities through life-long learning.

Divisions of Academic Programs and Certificates:

• Allied Health
• Division of Art & Sciences
• Division of Business and Public Service
• Division of Information Technology and Engineering Technology
• Division of Nursing

The Workforce, Economic Development and Continuing Education Division provide training (both credit and non-credit) for organizations, businesses, and on the individual level. Training is available in healthcare, information technology, manufacturing & applied technologies, quality tools and processes, and human resources development.

Rhodes College has a large variety of established transfer agreements in place to make a smooth transition. They are also part of the University System of Ohio which lists a large number of courses, allowing seamlessly transfer to most general education courses. Review the Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs) by researching the school programs today.

Student services include personal and educational counseling, academic advisement, athletics, career services, employment opportunities, and tutoring.

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Career Options for Graduates

Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in health specialties, in fields such as dentistry, laboratory technology, medicine, pharmacy, public health, therapy, and veterinary medicine.

Radiation Therapists

Description

Provide radiation therapy to patients as prescribed by a radiologist according to established practices and standards. Duties may include reviewing prescription and diagnosis; acting as liaison with physician and supportive care personnel; preparing equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices; and maintaining records, reports, and files. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, radiation therapists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 14.0% from 2014 to 2024

Radiologic Technologists

Description

Take x rays and CAT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient's blood stream for diagnostic purposes. Includes technologists who specialize in other scanning modalities.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, radiologic technologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH
  • Total Employment: 330
  • Average Hourly Rate: $24.44
  • Average Annual Salary: $50840

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).