In just 7 months we can train you for a higher paid career as:
Radiology Technician
What Radiologic Technologists do?
Radiologic technologists also referred to as radiographers, produce x-ray films (radiographs) of parts of the human body for use in diagnosing medical problems. They prepare patients for radiologic examinations by explaining the procedure, removing jewelry and other articles through which x rays cannot pass, and positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately radiographed.
In addition to preparing patients and operating equipment, radiologic technologists keep patient records and adjust and maintain equipment. They also may prepare work schedules, evaluate purchases of equipment, or manage a radiology department.
Experienced radiographers may perform more complex imaging procedures. When performing fluoroscopies, for example, radiographers prepare a solution of contrast medium for the patient to drink, allowing the radiologist (a physician who interprets radiographs) to see soft tissues in the body.
The purpose of this program
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as Basic X-ray Machine Operator (Radiologic Technologists and Technicians)
The content includes, but is not limited to, patient care, radiation protection, patient positioning, radiographic equipment and accessories, image production and evaluation, administrative and personal competence, and communication and employability skills. Legal and ethical responsibilities, health-illness concepts, emergency procedures, including CPR, first aid, safety and security procedures, medical terminology, and anatomy and physiology are basic to all health occupation programs.
What are your admissions Requirements?
All applicants who wish to enter this program must have a high school diploma or an equivalent (GED) or.
Be Foreign medical Doctor or
A Foreign educated nurse with at least one year of experience
Or a Phlebotomy Technician
How long will it take me to complete this training?
This program can be completed in seven months and consist of six (6) months of theory and lab and one (1) month of Clinical Externship. Classes meet Monday-Friday 9 AM – 1 PM or 6 PM -10 PM.
What skills will I learn?
Demonstrate the ability to operate and maintain radiographic equipment/accessories.
Demonstrate an understanding in selecting the manual technique necessary to produce quality radiographs.
Demonstrate knowledge of how to process radiographic films and maintain processing equipment.
Demonstrate knowledge necessary to evaluate x-ray film quality.
Demonstrate knowledge of how to perform managerial activities.
Demonstrate knowledge of how to develop personal/professional competence
Monitor and record vital signs.
Describe legal parameters relating to the administration of emergency care.
Obtain and maintain training or certification on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillator (AED), foreign body airway obstruction (FBAO) and first aid.
Recognize adverse drug related emergencies and take appropriate first aid action.
Where can I work?
Hospitals and Surgical Centers
Outpatient care centers
Surgical Centers
Cosmetic Surgical Centers
General medical and surgical hospitals
Offices of dentists
Will I receive hands-on, real world job experience?
In addition to the realistic laboratory environment FEI provides, we also offer a hands-on working experience called an externship. Our Radiologic technologist’s externship is 1 month long for both our day and evening programs
Where can I work?
Radiologic technologists graduates can expect to find employment opportunities in medical and diagnostic laboratories, including diagnostic imaging centers; and outpatient care centers.
Can I find work after my Training?
"Absolutely" If you not already working, we have great news for you! Florida Educational Institute has one of the most active placement departments in the industry to help you locate work opportunity even before graduation. However you should know according to the department of labor Employment of radiologic technologists is expected to increase by about 15 percent from 2006 to 2016, faster than the average for all occupations.
How much this program cost?
We know this is a very important question for most of you. However, our program costs may change slightly with each new session; because of this we are unable to provide cost information on this brochure. We would like to discuss our current program costs with you personally. Please give us a call anytime or ask to your admission advisors.
Certification and other qualifications
The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) offers voluntary certification for radiologic technologists. In addition, 35 States use ARRT-administered exams for State licensing purposes. To be eligible for certification, technologists generally must graduate from an accredited program and pass an examination.
What Radiologic Technologists do?
