Radiologic Technology

Medical Imaging – ‘Radiography’

Radiologic Technology is a dynamic health care career offering professional growth, job stability, competitive salaries, and strong benefits. If you’re interested in medical imaging and patient care, Massasoit Community College’s Radiologic Technology Program may be the right path for you.

Radiologic technologists, also known as Radiographers, operate x-ray equipment to produce diagnostic images that help physicians detect and treat disease and injury.

Student Outcomes & Career Pathways

Graduates of the program have continued their education in advanced imaging modalities, including Ultrasound, Radiation Therapy, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Nuclear Medicine, and Computed Tomography (CT). Others have built careers in mammography, portable radiography, CT, and bone densitometry.

As of 2018, the program partners with eleven clinical health care organizations and is supported by two full-time faculty members and one part-time faculty member, who is also a Massasoit graduate.

Certification & Employment

Program graduates receive an Associate in Science degree and a certificate in Radiography, enabling them to take the ARRT national certification examination. Successful candidates earn the RT(R) credential, which also qualifies them for state licensure.

Transfer Opportunities

Massasoit maintains numerous articulation agreements with four-year colleges, universities, and continuing education institutions outside the Mass Transfer framework. Graduates interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree—particularly through the University Collaborative—are encouraged to contact the Massasoit Transfer Office for details.

Of course, you may always contact one of the program officials and Massasoit admissions at the college.

The Program is Accredited by

• • New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)
  • Massachusetts Radiation Protection Programs (EOHHS)
  • Affiliate Hospitals acting as Clinical Education Centers are accredited by:
    • The Joint Committee on Accreditation of Hospitals (JCAHO) and
    • OSHA compliance.
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
    20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
    Chicago, Illinois, 60606-3182
    312-704-5300
    mail@jcert.org
    • The program’s current award is 5 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

Program Mission Statement

The Radiology Program of Massasoit Community College serves the radiologic medical community and the population of greater Brockton, Southeastern Massachusetts, Cape Cod and the Islands by preparing competent entry-level radiologic technologists who are competent in the performance of radiographic examinations, demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills in their practice of radiology procedures, communicate effectively with staff and patients, employ radiation safety practices, foster professional development, growth and are prepared to achieved certification and employment in the field in radiologic technology. The clinical affiliations are the foundation of the program. They provide a clinical instructor to supervise the students, staff who have an important role in the success of the student’s clinical education, and a diverse patient population. The faculty of the program is committed to promoting in its students the concepts of professional development, ethical and moral behaviors, a high-quality work ethic, compassion, and care to culturally diverse populations.

Goals

1. Students will be clinically competent.
   1. Students will apply positioning skills.
   2. Students will select appropriate technical factors.
   3. Students will demonstrate appropriate radiation safety practice.
2. Students will effectively utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
   1. Students will demonstrate adaptability and flexibility when met with a new circumstance related to the radiographic exam, difficult cases, or variations from the routine.
   2. Students will evaluate images for diagnostic quality.
3. Students will demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
   1. Students will use effective oral communication skills.
   2. Students will practice written communication skills
4. Students will demonstrate professional attributes.
   1. Students will demonstrate professional behavior with staff in the clinical setting
   2. Students will follow departmental/college rules and regulations according to the college and program handbook.

Program Effectiveness

Program Effectiveness Data

• Student and community needs will effectively be served by the program.
  • Annual program completion rate of 75% or better
  • Five-year average credentialing examination pass rate of 75% or better for first attempt
  • Five-year average job placement rate of 75% or better

Program Philosophy

Massasoit Community College Radiography Program bases its foundation on the following program functions:

• The belief is if the student employs the tools available for the student success and the program faculty supports the student then the student can succeed in the program.
• The belief is that the clinical affiliates play an integral role in the program’s success.
• The belief is that radiographers must demonstrate ethical, moral, and professional standards when serving the population of the community and other healthcare members.
• The belief is that the program must graduate entry -level technologists who promote professional development in order to produce images of high quality.
• The belief is that as a professional a radiographer one must be able to employ critical thinking and problem-solving skills in order to render quality images, deliver compassionate patient care and judicious exposure.

Disclosure

Full disclosure of any ticket, citation, summons, arrest, charges or convictions for a misdemeanor or felony is required on the application to the clinical portion of the program. Individuals who have been charged or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony must contact the ARRT. Written pre-approval to take the examination must be attached to the program application by the application deadline. Contact the Program Director for pre-approval information well in advance of the program application deadline. Written pre-approval may take up to 12 weeks to complete.

For more information on the radiologic sciences, please go to the following:

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists(ARRT)
• American Society of Radiologic Technologists(ASRT)
• Bureau of Labor Statistics(BLS)
• Career Path
• Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
• Massachusetts Society of Radiologic Technologists (MSR)