Western Oklahoma State College recently observed
National Radiologic Technology Week, an annual celebration initiated
by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to
commemorate the discovery of the x-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on
November 8, 1895.
National Radiologic Technology week celebrates the hard work and
important contribution medical imaging professionals make in patient
care. Through their dedication and professionalism, radiologic
technologists create the perfect image in health care.
Radiologic technologists are the medical personnel who perform
diagnostic imaging exams and administer radiation therapy
treatments. They are educated in human anatomy, patient positioning,
exam techniques, equipment protocols, radiation biology and
pathology, radiation physics, radiation safety and protection and
patient care. During their medical imaging career, the radiologic
technologist may choose to specialize in a specific imaging
technique, such as bone densitometry, cardiovascular-interventional
technology, computed tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance
imaging, nuclear medicine, quality management, sonography, general
radiography or radiation therapy.
Western Oklahoma State College offers a two-year radiologic
technology program.
Prospective students generally complete one year of general
education requirements, in addition to, human anatomy and medical
terminology before making application to the program.
Application packets are available online during the spring semester.
Upon acceptance into the program, the student will extensively study
all aspects of radiologic technology for two years.. Upon program
completion, the student will earn an associate of applied science
degree and be eligible to challenge the national registry exam.
For more information regarding the Western ' s radiologic technology
program, contact Nancy Estes at (580) 477-7823 or Branda Schones at
(580) 477-7824.
