Health Requirements

Direct patient contact within the Radiologic Technology Program, makes it necesseary for all students entering the program to provide verification of specific immunizations.  In addition, certain technical standards must also be met due to the physically demanding nature of radiography.

The attached Student Health Report of physical examination and immunizations must be completed and provided to the department prior to beginning clinical experiences.

Immunizations required for eligibility into the Radiologic Technology Program:

All candidates who receive provisional acceptance must provide proof of immunity to and/or immunizations for the following communicable diseases:

• Rubella
• Rubeola (measles)
• Mumps
• Varicella Zoster (if no history of chicken pox)
• Polio
• Hepatitis B (series of 3 injections)
• A two-step tuberculosis (TB) test  (To comply with hospital requirements, this must be done annually).
• Individuals with a positive TB test (PPd) must also have a chest x-ray

Recommended, but not required:

• Diphtheria/Tetanus
• Influenza

Technical Standards required for eligibility into the Radiologic Technology Program:

Candidates eligible for the Radiologic Technology Program must be able to meet the following technical standards. These standards specify the skills necessary for successful completion of the program and subsequent employment as a radiologic technologist (radiographer).

Sufficient visual acuity to:

• assess skin tone changes detectable in cyanotic or flushed skin
• detect color shades/tones such as shades of gray seen on radiographs
• evaluate radiographs for quality
• read printed words in textbooks and on medical equipment

Sufficient hearing to:

• communicate with patients and other members of the health care team
• monitor patients via audio monitors
• hear background sounds during equipment operations
• respond to the audible sounds of the equipment

Sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to:

• manipulate equipment and accessories
• lift a minimum of 30 pounds
• stoop, bend, or promptly assist patients who become unstable

Satisfactory physical strength and endurance to:

• move immobile patients to or from a stretcher or wheelchair to the x-ray table
• work with arms extended overhead (approximately 80" from the floor)
• carry 30 pounds while walking
• stand in place for long periods of time

Satisfactory verbal, reading, and writing skills to:

• explain radiologic procedures
• direct patients during radiologic procedures
• communicate in English for effective and prompt interaction with patients, fellow students, faculty, and hospital personnel

Satisfactory intellectual and emotional functions to:

• ensure patient safety
• exercise independent judgment and discretion in the performance of assigned responsibilities
• measure, calculate, reason, and evaluate as required for direct patient care
• handle stressful situations related to procedural standards and patient care situations

Must be physically free of illegal drugs and alcohol.

Students with a disability should declare the disability and provide verification to the Office of Disability Services so that reasonable accommodations can be made.