What does a Radiologic Technologist do?
Technologists are responsible for accurately demonstrating the appropriate anatomy on a radiograph (or computerized image) through positioning the patient. Technologists also determine and select the proper exposure factors that will yield a quality radiograph or image while maintaining the radiation exposure to a minimum. In doing so, patient care needs to be provided. This could include assessing vital signs (blood pressure, respiration), changing patient clothes, alleviating his/her fears through proper communication and sometimes in emergency situations providing CPR.
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What is the starting salary for a Registered Radiologic Technologist?
An entry-level radiographer may earn $26,000 to $32,000 annually. This varies depending upon if a person is employed in a hospital or clinic setting. Clinic technologists usually are paid less however they usually do not work weekends or holidays. Pay is expected to continue to increase due to a shortage of radiographers.
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Is it possible to work full-time and go to class?
The program is full-time (24 months) with the students beginning the program in August and completing 24 months later in August. It would not be possible for students to work full-time in addition to attending the program. The student is here 40 hours per week in addition to completing assignments on their own time.
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Is it possible to work part-time while enrolled in the program?
Yes, many students do work part-time in addition to school. We however, do not recommend students working during the first trimester because of the intensity and course load.
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Does Bellin offer any job opportunities while enrolled in the program?
Often students are offered jobs in the radiology department as file clerks, office personnel or tech aids. Second year students are offered jobs as student radiographers. This is subject to change depending on the radiology staffing needs.
The hospital may also have openings in other departments such as Central Supply, Food Services or Electrodiagnostics (EKG’S).
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Does Bellin School of Radiologic Technology provide placement services?
When students graduate from the program, students are assisted with locating jobs. We do not have a formal placement service however with the current shortage; many employers heavily recruit students.
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I’ve taken classes at another educational facility (college or university). Will my credits transfer?
Entrance into the radiologic sciences profession now requires the completion of a minimum of fifteen (15) general education credit hours in a variety of categories. These courses will be in addition to your radiography course of instruction and are considered to be an entrance requirement prior to admission.
Upon completion of Bellin’s program in Radiologic Technology, students receive a diploma and are eligible to write the national board exam provided by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (the registry). Successful completion allows the individual to use the credentials Registered Technologist (Radiographer) RT ( R ).
Our clinical experiences are conducted at Bellin Hospital and its various campuses, as well as St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Our clinical experience is at least 1000 hours greater than the technical college programs.
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Can I transfer my radiography credits to Bellin’s program if I’m enrolled in or have been enrolled in another School of Radiologic Technology?
Bellin School of radiologic Technology has provisions for accepting transfer students from other Schools of Radiologic Technology. Interested candidates must complete the application process and indicate their wish to seek transfer status. Procedures to follow will be provided to the applicant. The School reserves the right to consider each request on a case-by-case basis with final selection made by the Admissions Committee.
For those students interested in obtaining their Associate Degree, Bellin has an articulation agreement with NWTC and Lakeshore Technical College. If interested, please call us at 920 433-3497.
Please see the section Criteria for Admission for specific requirements pertaining to pre-requisites and admission requirements.
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