Radiologic Technologist: Page 90

ARRT plans certification in breast ultrasound
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Radiologic technologists who specialize in mammography will be able to gain additional qualifications in breast ultrasound through a certification program currently being developed by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in St. Paul, MN.
December 19, 2002
Residents, RTs gain from classes taught by former
By Shalmali Pal
CHICAGO - If a resident can be trusted to be on-call, that same resident may be qualified to teach courses to radiologic technology students, according to researchers from Indiana University in Indianapolis. Based on a post-class survey, RT students might just prefer it that way.
December 4, 2002
Radiologic science enrollment increases for third straight year
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
The expected shortage of radiologic technologists may be filled in part as the number of students enrolling in radiography, radiation therapy, and nuclear medicine programs increased for the third year in a row, a new study indicates.
December 3, 2002
RSNA 2002
Becky Kruse, the Director of Continuing Education for the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, accepts The Minnies award for Best Radiologic Technologist Training Program on behalf of the winner, Weber State University.
November 20, 2002
CSRT seeks to right labor woes through organization, not union
By Deborah R. Dakins
No Norma Rae moment here: The California Society of Radiologic Technologists has tabled a proposal to become a union, and will focus instead on increasing its membership and lobbying power.
November 20, 2002
Colorado MedTech trims loss despite sales dip
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Imaging technology manufacturer Colorado MedTech reported 2003 fiscal first-quarter sales of $14.1 million, down 17% compared with the $17 million booked in the 2002 fiscal first quarter. For the period (end-September 30), the Boulder, CO-based firm had a net loss of $338,000, compared with a net loss of $1.1 million last year.
November 11, 2002
Professional group bolsters RT image with education, legislation
By Deborah R. Dakins
There are currently 225,000 registered technologists in the U.S., but few outside of healthcare understand what they do --and many of those within the industry are not entirely sure of the RT role, either. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists hopes to change all that.
November 7, 2002
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Role of RTs in veterinary medicine is slight, with potential for growth
By Deborah R. Dakins
Private-practice veterinarians have long relied on ultrasound and x-ray as diagnostic tools to assist in the care of their patients. Just as radiologic technologists provide the hands-on care in the imaging suite, veterinary technicians serve a similar role in the companion-animal practice.
November 6, 2002
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JRCERT to accredit sonography education
By AuntMinnie.com staff writers
Ultrasound education will soon be controlled by the same organization that accredits radiologic technologists in other modalities. The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) has voted to begin accreditation of sonography educational programs.
November 4, 2002
Traveling RTs are a costly stop-gap for radiology administrators
By Deborah R. Dakins
The use of traveling radiologic technologists to stem staffing shortages can mean headaches for radiology administrators, who cite woes ranging from budget overruns to morale problems when traveling RTs are hired.
November 4, 2002
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'Traveler' jobs broaden opportunities for RTs
By Deborah R. Dakins
A 15% vacancy rate for radiologic technologist positions in the U.S. has created a new cottage industry for RTs who are willing to relocate for short-term assignments. But traveling shoes may not fit all RTs.
November 3, 2002
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The twists and turns of hand and wrist x-ray positioning
By Naveed Ahmad, MD
Dr. Naveed Ahmad guides you through the radiographic examination of the hand and wrist, using posteroanterior (PA), oblique, and lateral projections.
October 14, 2002
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