Welcome to Radiologic Technology

Rad Tech ASection 8792Wednesday 6pm-9:10pmMBA 420

Colleen McFaul, Instructor

INTRODUCTION TO RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGYFACULTY WEB PAGE : http://www.elcamino.edu/faculty/cmcfaul

Welcome

Course Syllabus Locate the RT-A section on the right hand

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Welcome

Study tipsWelcome

Do the assigned readings before class.Review the Power Point Presentations

Spend at least 2 hours outside of class for every1 hour of classroom instruction

Review notes take in class

Join a study group

Do the assigned readings before class.Review the Power Point Presentations

Spend at least 2 hours outside of class for every1 hour of classroom instruction

INTRODUCTION OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY

At the end of tonight:Students will understand the term radiologic technology and the health care team.Students will understand definitions of radiation and its correlation to the EMS.Students will be familiar with the discovery of x-raysStudents will be able to identify and describe various modalities in the imaging sciences. Students will be able to describe career pathways. Student will be able to briefly describe education pathways and locate ECC Rad Tech website.

Terminology Study group Radiologic technology Imaging sciences X-ray Radioactive Radiant energy EMS Visible light Wavelength Frequency Background radiation Radon Cosmic radiation Terrestrial radiation Man-made radiation NCRP Wilhelm Roentgen Skin erythema

ASRT Imaging modality Certification Registration Radiologist Radiographer Radiograph Licensure ARRT R.T. C.R.T Primary exam Post-primary exam Radiography Nuclear medicine Radiation therapy Magnetic resonance imaging Sonography-ultrasound Mammography Computed tomography

Name some departments found in the hospital.1. 2. 3. 4.5. 6. 7.8. 9. 10.

Imaging Sciences Name of few imaging sciences…..

Homework Assignment

Preconceived Ideas regarding X-ray field

Introduction to RT

The Incredible Hulk was hit by a gamma bomb in order to become the Hulk. Can this really happen?Peter Parker was bit by a radioactive spider and gains his “spidey” powers. Can this really happen?Irradiated vegetables are dangerous because they become radioactive. Is this true?After the x-ray exposure, the technologist must wait at least a minute before entering room because the radiation is still present. Cell phones give off radiation and can cause cancer. Cockroaches can survive the radiation from a nuclear blast and will take over the world when it happens. Too much radiation or too many x-rays will cause you to glow in the dark. The x-ray program is easier than the nursing program.

Radiant Energy

Background RadiationIntroduction to RT

Background Radiation

November 8, 1895Wilhelm Roentgen

History of X-rays

Clarence Dally 1st fatality of cumulative dose of radiationMultiple reports of eye damage due to x-rayMultiple reports of skin erythema due to x-ray exposureHas this changed?

Emergence of X-ray into a Medical Field

1st Rad Tech considered to be Edward Jerman

Founding of ASXT in 1920 Name change to ASRT in 1964 due to

the proliferation of specialties No longer “tech trade” but now a

profession Profession needs analytical thinking and

problem solving skills

History of X-rays

History of X-rays

Radiologic Technology

High Tech Profession

High Touch Profession

Introduction to RT

IMAGING MODALITIES

No longer an “x-ray department” at hospitals

IMAGING MODALITIES

Certification, Registration and Licensure for Technologists

Radiologist vs. Radiographer Certification Licensure Modalities

IMAGING MODALITIES Certification by ARRT

Requires education Requires proficiency in clinical exams Requires examination Requires Registration

Certifies that technologist has been trained and is proficient in performing exams.

Does NOT grant license to practice Uses designation of R.T.-Registered

Technologist

IMAGING MODALITIES

Licensing by Each State Grants permission to take x-rays Sometimes requires exams Requires fee, CEU’s California uses the designation of CRT,

Certified Radiologic Technologist

IMAGING MODALITIES

Colleen McFaul, R.T., C.R.T.

Edward Jerman, R.T.

Homer Simpson, C.C.

Registered Technologist, Certified Radiologic Technologist licensed in Calif

Registered Technologist

Cartoon Character !!

IMAGING MODALITIES

Modalities• Radiography• Mammography• Radiology assistant • Nuclear Medicine• Radiation Therapy• Computed Tomography• Ultrasound (Sonography)• Magnetic Resonance• Fluoroscopy• Interventional-angiography (v

essels)

IMAGING MODALITIESDiagnostic Radiographer

Diagnostic Radiographer

IMAGING MODALITIESDiagnostic Radiographer

Diagnostic Radiographer

Diagnostic Radiographer

IMAGING MODALITIESFluoroscopy

• Uses specialized x-ray units to produce “real time” images of the body in motion

• Similar to video vs. still pictures

Fluoroscopy

Barium swallow

IMAGING MODALITIESFluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy

Mammography

Mammography

Interventional

Angiography

Interventional

Interventional

Interventional

subtractionVessels of the brain

Interventional

Can you imagine how this patient must feel?

Computed Tomography

• Cross sectional view of anatomy• Frequent use of contrast media• Patients can experience claustrophobia• Images are termed “slices”

Computed Tomography

Sonography

Sonography

Breast ultrasound

Sonography

Vascular Sonography

Sonography

Radiation Therapy

Radiation Therapy

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

• Can produce both sagittal and coronal images• Similar claustrophobic reactions• Can use contrast media• Soft tissue imaging

Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Images are obtained after the injection of a radioactive isotope. The patient usually receives the injection in the morning and images are obtained later in the day. Patient should refrain from contact with the susceptible population during this time.

Nuclear Medicine

Nuclear Medicine

Both AP and PA views are shown. Uptake in femur is abnormal

Radiologist Assistant

Imaging Modalities

• New modality• Not licensed in all states, including California• Look for new legislative news• Local program at Loma Linda University

Opportunities

1. Medical

2. Commercial

3. Industrial

4. Administration

5. Education

IMAGING MODALITIESOpportunities Workplace settings

Hospitals Clinics Private offices Research facilities Overseas Registry Urgent care centers

Governing Bodies/opportunities

Educational Pathways University based college based hospital based Military commercial schools

ECC’s Program• 2 year Associates Degree Program– Not including prerequisites– Starts last week of August and completes mid October

– approximately 26 months, can change depending ……

• 2-3 courses on campus each semester and 24 – 35 hours per week of internship training in the affiliated hospitals per semester

Upon Graduation from ECC• Associates Degree in Science

• Certificate of Completion from an Accredited Radiologic Technology Program - Accredited by JRCERT

• ARRT Approved

www.elcamino.edu/academics/healthsciences/radiologictech/

Radiologic Technologist or Radiographer)

Medical Professional In a challenging field

Safely uses x-rays to image anatomy Positions Using sophisticated technology Practices radiation protection

Provides quality-diagnostic images Assists doctor Communicates with patient Practices patient privacy

What makes a GREAT Radiologic Technologist?? Sincere desire to help and care for the ill

and the injured Strong background in math and sciences Able to handle stress, ability to make

quick decisions, analytical thinking Significant body movement, assisting

patients, moving and manipulating equipment

SUMMARY