NATIONAL RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY WEEK
What would you do without them? Radiological Technologists and Radiation Therapists, (R.T.'s) that is! The National Radiologic Technology Week (NRTW) was created and trademarked by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to highlight the achievements of medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. Each year, during the week of November 8th Radiologic Technologist professionals celebrate and honor the date in which Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered the x-ray in 1895. During the course of the week, R.T's are promoting their important role they play in providing quality patient care and a safe health care environment with their vast knowledge of radiation safety and imaging expertise!
A Technologist is required to complete a two-year accredited clinical and didactic certificate, associate's, or bachelor's degree program. These educational programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). Upon completing the program, technologists are expected to pass a detailed National Board Exam from the Association of Registered Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). A technologist is also expected to receive 24 continuing education credits biannually in order to continue national certification.
A Radiologic Technologist must be proficient in the knowledge of radiographic exposure, anatomy and physiology, patient positioning, radiation physics, and radiobiology, as well as the operation of specialized equipment and the care and management of the patient. The rapid expansion of medical diagnostic imaging has greatly increased the diversity and utility of medical diagnosis. A career in radiologic technology offers vast opportunities for advancement. For example, a certified R.T may further their education and go on to many different modalities including but not limited to: CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Medical Dosimetry, and Angiography. They also have Bachelor of Science programs available at many colleges across the country in Radiologic Sciences for those professionals interested in education and teaching in the future.
Here at the University of Virginia Health System, we offer courses in Radiography, Angiography, CT, MRI and Radiation Therapy. The advantage of an education from UVA's Health System allows students the opportunity to work amongst some of the most renowned physicians from across the country. UVA Health System graduates are at the cutting edge of technology!
Please honor our profession this week by acknowledging your fellow Technologists and participating in their many promotional events!
As part of this year's National Radiologic Technology Week, we thank all the hard-working radiologic science professionals for making positive changes in the delivery of patient care. Every day you make a difference in someone's life!
Nicole Winkler, BS; RT (R)
Diagnostic Imaging Technologist &
Interim Clinical Instructor
UVA Medical Center Dept. of Radiology
Breakfast Pastries
(Provided by Chandler's Bakery)
November 10th
6:30am-9:00am
Radiology Library
Lunch
(Provided by Baja Bean)
November 12th
11:30am-2:00pm
Radiology Library
Cake
(Provided by Chandler's Bakery)
November 13th
3:00pm-5:00pm
Radiology Library
Support our Radiography students, Class of 2010
Wood Grill Buffet
Barbecue Lunch
Lunch platter cost $6.00
Platter includes:
barbecue on a bun, baked beans, cole slaw,
chips, a drink, and a cookie OR brownie
Friday, November 20, 2009
11:00 AM-1:30 PM
in the Radiology Library
Sponsored by the Radiography students, Class of 2010
All proceeds help send students
to the 2010 VSRT Conference in VA Beach
Contact: Ann Haynes or
Stephanie Gentry-Reynolds