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ASRT report highlights enrollment growth in technologist programs

AuntMinnie

Student interest in radiologic technology education programs is on the rise, suggest survey findings published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). These students entered programs approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

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Celebrate Rad Tech Week: Honoring Radiologic Technologists and Tips for Hiring the Best Talent

Vesta Teleradiology

Every November, Radiologic Technology Week celebrates the vital role radiologic technologists play in patient care and diagnostics. This annual event recognizes the hard work and dedication of radiologic technologists (RTs) who operate imaging technology to aid in accurate diagnoses and treatments. vacancy rate.

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Meet the Minnies 2024 finalists

AuntMinnie

Colleen Dempsey, EdD, of Thomas Jefferson University is hoping to take home her second Minnie for Most Effective Radiologic Sciences Educator. Dempsey has been honored many times for her work in TJU's radiologic sciences training program, including the 2017 Minnie for Most Effective Radiologic Sciences Educator.

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Workplace violence ‘extremely high’ in radiologic sciences

AuntMinnie

More than 60% of diagnostic radiology and radiation therapy staff experience workplace violence, according to a study published January 9 in Radiography. Workplace violence is a significant issue in healthcare, according to World Health Organization (WHO). The authors called for implementing strategies to reduce risk.

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Reducing Retake Rates and Exposures in General Digital Radiology

Everything Rad

“Patient Position Monitoring lets me see more easily if the patient is in the optimum position for the exam, helping to reduce the likelihood of retakes,” said a Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT(R)) at a trade trial site in Chicago. He has more than 30 years of experience in healthcare/medical imaging.

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Rural Hospital Raises the Bar with Comprehensive State-of-the-art Imaging Systems

Imaging Technology

“Our goal is to be able to provide top-notch healthcare to the people in our community so they can get it here at home and not have to drive to larger cities to get what they need,” said Janet Vannatter, Chief Operating Officer of Massac Memorial Hospital. “To However, Massac Memorial has long challenged the status quo.

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X-ray Chronicles: Stories from the Frontlines of Medical Imaging (Uttar Pradesh, Faizabad, Farrukhabad, Fatehpur, Firozabad, Gautam Buddha Nagar, Ghaziabad)

Future Teleradiology

In this exploration, we will hear the voices of healthcare professionals, patients, and technology that converge to create the intricate tapestry of medical imaging. From the discovery of X-rays to modern practices, we will chronicle the personal and professional narratives that shape this essential component of healthcare.

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