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Radiologic Technology

Why study radiologic technology?

The field of radiologic technology combines the technology that enables us to view the structure and function of the human body with compassionate and capable patient care. We learn how to properly image the patient so the radiologist can accurately diagnose the patient's problem and select the most appropriate treatment.

Radiologic Technologists use a wide variety of machines to produce images of the body. They use x-ray machines, CT (CAT) scanners, MRI machines, ultrasound machines and nuclear medicine cameras. This program teaches students to perform studies using x-ray machines. Use of advanced imaging modalities may require additional schooling or on-the-job training. The variety of things to learn keeps the field of radiologic technology new and interesting.

Radiologic Technologists are in high demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates radiologic technology employment opportunities to grow by 24% in the next eight years. The local demand for technologists was so great that the area hospitals joined forces with SFCC to create this program.

Radiologic Technologists have attractive compensation packages. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists' 2004 Wage and Salary Survey shows the average wage per hour as $22.51 and the average annual salary at $52,026 in Missouri. The average starting salary in this area is around $17.00/hr or $32,000/year.  This is a 3.15% increase over 2003. Recruiting employers also tempt applicants with sign-on bonuses, health benefits and generous vacation schedules. Many employers offer the opportunity to work compressed work weeks (four 10-hour days, or three 12-hour days). 

Program requirements

Radiologic Technology program requirements. 

The radiologic technology program requires an application for admission in addition to the SFCC Application for Admission. Please see the Applications page for more information.

Contact

For more information, please contact:
Ruth Ann Pfremmer
Program Director
Fielding Technical Center
(660) 530-5800, ext. 7405
rpfremmer@sfccmo.edu