The registered radiologic technologist plays an important role on the medical team by providing quality radiographs for a physician or radiologist (a physician who has specialized in interpretation of diagnostic radiologic images). As a professional assistant, the radiologic technologist functions to aid in the diagnosis of various abnormalities including fractures, tumors, and malfunctioning body systems. The major responsibility of the radiologic technologist is compassionate care of the patient. There is a high demand for students willing to complete the necessary training. The current Radiologic Technology Program at Mesa State College is two years in length and includes classroom studies and clinical experience. Clinical experience includes rotations at several of the following clinical facilities:

St. Mary's Hospital & Medical Center, Grand Junction
Community Hospital, Grand Junction
Veterans Administration Medical Center, Grand Junction
Delta Memorial Hospital, Delta
Montrose Memorial Hospital, Montrose
Valley View Hospital, Glenwood Springs

Following successful completion of the Radiologic Technology Program the graduate is eligible to sit for the national registry examination administered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. A passing score on this examination results in the granting of a certificate of registration that allows the privilege to use the title "Registered Technologist" and to use the abbreviation R.T. following the graduate's name. The registered technologist (RT) is qualified to work in a hospital, a doctor's office, a public health facility, a veteran or military hospital, or an industrial medical clinic. Radiologic technology is a dynamic field with more technological advances expected in the future.

Radiologic Technology Site