Radiologic Sciences

An educational program in radiologic sciences is offered at the Indiana University Northwest campus.

Description of the Profession Within the radiologic sciences profession there is a need for qualified radiographers with the skills necessary to provide patient services in cardiovascular interventional technology, computed tomography (CT), diagnostic medical sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). These professionals require unique skills specific to the specialty. Cardiovascular interventional technologists assist physicians in performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures of the cardiovascular system. These procedures involve the injection of iodinated contrast media to demonstrate diseases of the heart and blood vessels. CT technologists image selected planes of the body by combining the use of an X-ray beam and a computer. Diagnostic medical sonographers image the body using sound waves. The sound waves are sent into the body, and the reflected waves are used to provide an image of patient structures for interpretation by a physician. MRI technologists utilize a magnetic field along with radio waves to create images of patient anatomy for interpretation by a physician.

Graduates of the Program Graduates receive a bachelor of science degree and may be eligible to take specialty examinations depending on their clinical concentration.

Credentials Required to Practice R.T.(R)(ARRT), Registered Radiographer.

Indiana Certification Requirements State certification is required to operate an X-ray machine. The state accepts the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registry for certification.