Radiography - Athens Technical College

Radiography from Athens Technical College is a Campus Associate Radiology degree that prepares you for a Healthcare career. A radiographer is a health care professional who operates x-ray equipment to help diagnose and treat various health problems. The radiographer images the patient for broken bones, ulcers, tumors, diseases, or malfunctions of various organs through the production of consistently high-quality radiographs ready for a physician's interpretation. In many instances, the radiographer and radiologist work as a team to complete complex procedures. The mission of the Radiography program is to prepare qualified radiographers who are compassionate, technically competent, ethical, professional, and who respond to the needs of the patient and the needs of the organization. Technological advances in the medical field have increased the demand for entry-level radiographers who will perform tasks that include assisting the physician, caring for the critically ill, and performing x-ray exams for patients in the operating room, emergency room, and the radiology department. Formal classroom education and extensive clinical training are combined in this two-year program. Graduates will be awarded the associate of applied technology degree and will be eligible to apply for the national certification examination. View more details on Athens Technical College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Radiology courses.