Radiologic technologists operate sophisticated equipment to help physicians diagnose and treat patients with a wide range of health problems. As highly skilled employees in a dynamic and growing field, RTs often work in multiple specialty areas - radiologic technology, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging, diagnostic medical sonography, cardiovascular-interventional technology, bone densitometry and mammography. For an excellent description of each of these specialties, visit the website of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists.

Competence and skill in more than one diagnostic imaging modality enables you to pursue a wide variety of jobs and compete for higher salaries. Many graduates are employed as staff in diagnostic imaging departments in hospitals, but others seek employment in clinics, physician's offices, mobile diagnostic imaging units and industrial health care facilities. Aside from health care positions, graduates might consider administration, education, or becoming a representative or technical adviser for manufacturers of diagnostic imaging equipment and supplies.

Employment in Kansas and throughout the US offers competitive starting salaries. Furthermore, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that employment opportunities for RTs are expected to increase about 15% from 2006 to 2016 - faster than the national average.

FHSU's Department of Allied Health offers you a variety of flexible degree and certificate options in the field of medical diagnostic imaging:

• Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging
• Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging, emphasis in Ultrasound

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Diagnostic Imaging
• Certificate in Women's Imaging
• Certificate in Cardiovascular-Interventional Technology
• Certificate in Computed Tomography

For students who are registered radiographers through a certificate or hospital based program, FHSU offers credit for their previous training by the Registered Radiographer Degree Completion Program (RRDCP).

FHSU's Department of Allied Health provides you the theory and practical experience you need to be successful. We offer you:

• Coursework in all the leading modalities of diagnostic imaging
• Training in state-of-the-art facilities and labs
• Hands-on experience through clinicals and preceptorships
• Personalized academic and career advising
• Excellent job placement

We hope our web site provides you a good overview of the Department of Allied Health's programs, facilities and activities. We invite you to contact us for more information. We would love to visit with you by phone, by e-mail, or in person.