General Program Information
The
Field of Radiography
Radiography was the first medical imaging technique developed shortly after the discovery of x-ray in 1895, by Wolhelm Conrad Roentgen. Since that time, radiography has remained the basic medical imaging technique with major advances occurring in the field as a result of advances in technology, equipment and the computer. With the development of the minicomputer in the early 1970's, medical imaging entered the world of computer technology resulting in improvements in radiographic equipment. Other developments include advanced imaging techniques such as computed tomography, in the early 1970's, and magnetic resonance imaging, in the early 1980's. These advanced imaging techniques now have certifiying exams which require certification in radiography as a prerequisite to writing the advanced exams and preforming these advanced procedures.
Career
Opportunities
Careers in the field are found in a variety of settings from small rural centers to large urban hospitals and clinics and even in some foreign countries where shortages in technologists are evident. Radiography is a field of its own with advancements possible with additional education and training. Graduates can enter the field as staff radiographers and with additional certifications, education and training may move on to advanced scanning, supervisory and administrative positions or into the field of education. Other opportunities may include positions with suppliers of radiographic equipment, film and diagnostic pharmaceuticals.
Missions
and Goals
In concert with the Mission and goals of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, the Radiography Program is dedicated to the education of students in preparation for entry level clinical practice. Program administration, faculty and staff provide didactic and clinical education opportunties, which adhere to recognized standards, to all eligible students. The Program is committed to graduating students who are prepared to become practicing radiography prefessionals.
The goals of the Radiography Program include:
- Produce students with the technical skills to preform as entry-level Radiographers.
- Gradate students proficient in radiation safety practices.
- Prepare graduates to administer appropriate patient care techniques.
- Graduate students who will be successful in passing the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, at a minimum rate of 75% passing.
- Provide continuing education opportunities for graduate Radiographers.
- Support faculty research.
