School of Radiography

School of Radiography

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Jameson Health System School of Radiography
Joint Review Committee on April, 2012
JRCERT contact information:
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606
312-704-5300 

JRCERT contact information:

20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850

Chicago, IL 60606

312-704-5300  

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Awarded School of Radiography an eight-year accreditation in April, 2008.  
 Contact Information
Jameson Health System School of Radiography
Jameson Hospital South Campus
1000 South Mercer Street
New Castle, PA 16101

724-656-6134
www.jamesonhealth.org

 

Mission Statement
The Radiography Program is a comprehensive 22 month course of study culminating in a Certificate in Radiologic Technology.  It provides the student with a high quality, customer service oriented competency based didactic and clinical education.  The education provided prepares the students to enter the job market at an entry-level position in diagnostic radiography, transfer to an advanced modality program or transfer to a selected 4 year institution offering a Bachelor’s Degree.  This program will also instill life long learning values and assist students in achieving their professional and personal goals.

Program Goals
The Jameson Health System School of Radiography serves its communities of interest and its students through meeting and maintaining the following goals.

  • Students will be clinically competent
  • Students will communicate effectively
  • Students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills
  • Students will evaluate the importance of professional growth and development
  • The program will graduate entry-level technologists

Student Learning Outcomes
1.    Students will apply positioning skills
2.    Students will select appropriate technical factors
3.    Students will practice radiation safety
4.    Students will use effective oral communication skills
5.    Students will practice written communication skills
6.    Students will utilize critical thinking with organization of exam procedure
7.    Students will adapt positioning for trauma patients
8.    Students will determine the importance of continued professional development
9.    Students will summarize the importance of attendance at professional meetings
10.  Students will pass the ARRT national certification on the 1st attempt
11.  Of those pursuing employment, students will be gainfully employed within 6 months
       post-graduation 
12.  Students will complete the program within 24 months 
13.  Students will be satisfied with their education
14.  Employers will be satisfied with graduate's performance

 

Non-Discrimination Policy
The Jameson Health System School of Radiography considers all applicants to the school regardless of race, creed, national origin, gender, age religion, marital status or handicap.

Requirements for Admission
Students applying to the program must: 

  • Have earned a high school diploma or GED with a minimum GPA of 2.25.
  • Have earned  an Associate’s Degree no later than June 30 of the year in which they plan to enroll if accepted. A minimum GPA of 2.25 is required.
  • Have completed 2 of the following math courses (in high school or college): Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, or Pre-calculus.
  • Have completed  ( in high school or college) Biology with a lab, Chemistry with a lab and Anatomy & Physiology with a lab.
  • Have completed at least one Computer Science course in high school or college.
  • Have completed 4 years of  high school English.
  • Have completed one course in writing or speech at the college level.
  • Complete an observation period prior to finalizing acceptance into the program.
  • Be interviewed by program faculty.
  • Pass criminal record and child abuse clearance
  • Prior to admission, each student is required to have a health examination by  hospital physician and provide immunization records.
  • Accepted students must  show proof of medical insurance. 
  • Deadline for Application and all related documents is January 18, 2013
Advanced Placement / Transfer Policy Requirements

To recognize previously completed educational experiences in another accredited program qualified individuals from another institution who for reason had to drop out or transfer to another school to complete their education in Radiography must:

  • Have been enrolled in an accredited program (certificate, associate or baccalaureate).
  • Submit a letter to the Director, School of Radiography explaining the reason for transfer.
  • Request a letter of reference from the Director or Dean of the former radiography program.
  • Complete the application process.
  • Submit official transcripts, test scores and medical health reports.
  • Attain a grade of “C” cumulative average for courses completed in the former radiography program as recorded on the student’s official transcript.
  • Submit a non-refundable registration fee of $100.00 upon written notification of acceptance.
  • Transfer students must also meet the CURRENT admission criteria as well as adhere to all deadlines.
  • Demonstrate satisfactory achievement of the clinical behaviors for the courses under consideration, as evidenced by evaluation of clinical competencies by appropriate faculty during clinical experience.
  • Complete, as a minimum, the final semester (6 months) in THIS school of radiography.

Program Costs

  • Tuition - $9,000 (may be paid by semester or yearly)
  • Books - approximately $800-$900
  • Uniforms - approximately $250
  • Students are required to show proof of health insurance coverage - Jameson Health System does not provide this.
  • Students accepted into the program must remit a $250 non-refundable tuition deposit within 30 days of receipt of acceptance letter.

Financial Aid

  • No Title IV funding is available
  • Some sources e.g. Career Link, VA  & TRA are available to qualified students

Curriculum

The following courses are included in the program of study

  • Introduction to Radiography
  • Radiographic Fundamentals
  • Computers in Radiologic Sciences
  • Medical Terminology
  • Patient Care & Communications
  • Law & Ethics for Radiographers
  • Radiographic Anatomy
  • Radiographic Physiology
  • Radiographic Procedures
  • Radiographic Pathology
  • Radiographic Imaging & Analysis
  • Radiation Protection/Safety & Biology
  • Clinical Education
  • Film Processing
  • Radiation Physics
  • Registry Review

Withdrawal Refund Policy

Any Student may voluntarily withdrawal from the program.
Procedure:
  • Submit a letter of resignation to the Program Director.
  • Students are responsible for any outstanding financial obligations.
  • If tuition has been paid in full for the semester, a partial refund will be granted to those who officially withdraw.
  • Refunds will be granted based upon percentage of tuition charged.
  • Withdrawal Occurring Percentage refundable:
    1st 10 days - 70%
    11th to 25th day - 40%
    After 25th day - No refund
  • Students must adhere to the withdrawal policy in order to be eligible for refund.
  • No records will be released until all finical obligations are met.
  • Expenses for books and program fees are non-refundable.

School Calendar 2012-2014

June 2012
June 29 - Friday, Last day of Class & Clinical before Summer Break.  Resume Mon. 7/16/12

July 2012
July16 - Monday, Class/Clinical Resume, Start of 1st   &  3rd    semesters

September 2012
September 3 - Monday, Labor Day, No School

November 2012                                                                                                                                 November 16 - Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Thanksgiving Break
November 26 - Monday, Class & Clinical resume

December 2012
December 21- Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Christmas Break

January 2013
January 7- Monday, Class & Clinical resume, Start of 2nd & 4th semesters

March 2013
March 28 - Thursday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Easter Break

April 2013
April 8 - Monday, Class & Clinical resume

May 2013
May 22 - Wednesday, Graduation Practice -  Attendance is mandatory for all students
May 23 - Thursday, Graduation Class of 2013- Attendance is mandatory for all students
May 27 - Monday, Memorial Day, No Class or Clinical
May 28 - Tuesday, Class & Clinical resume for Class of 2014

June 2013                              
June 28 - Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Summer Break. Resume Monday 7/15/13

July 2013
July 15 - Monday, Class/Clinical resume, Start of 1st & 3rd semesters

September 2013
September 2 - Monday, Labor Day, No School

November 2013
November 22 - Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Thanksgiving Break

December 2013
December 2 - Monday, Class & Clinical resume
December 20 - Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Christmas Break

January 2014
January 6 - Monday, Class & Clinical resume, Start of 2nd and 4th semesters

April 2014
April 17 - Thursday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Easter (not Spring) Break
April 28 - Monday - Class & Clinical resume

May 2014
May 21 - Wednesday, Graduation Practice- Attendance is mandatory for all students
May 22 - Thursday, Graduation Class of 2014 Attendance is mandatory for all students
May 26 - Monday, Memorial Day, No Class or Clinical

June 2014
June 27 - Friday, Last Day of Class & Clinical before Summer Break. Resume Monday 7/14/14 

Academic Policies
Students are required to maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout the program.    Minimum academic progress is evidenced by a final grade of 78% in each course of instruction.  Failure to meet this minimum standard results in dismissal from the program.  Complete academic policies will be available on request.

Graduation Requirements
A student must complete the following requirements to successfully meet the completion of the program, receive their certificate and be eligible to take the registry test.  The requirements include but are not limited to the following.

  • Maintain an academic average for each class of 78%.
  • Maintain a clinical average of 78%.
  • Demonstrate competency in 6 mandatory patient care competencies, as listed in the ARRT clinical competency requirements.
  • Demonstrate competency in all 31 mandatory radiological procedures, as listed in the ARRT clinical competency requirements.  At least 23 of the 31 mandatory radiological procedures must be demonstrated on patients and not simulated.
  • Demonstrate competency in at least 28 elective radiological procedures.  At least 15 of the 28 elective radiological procedures must be listed in the ARRT clinical competency requirements.
  • Student must meet all financial obligations to the School of Radiography and the sponsoring institution.
  • Complete all required hours for the courses.
  • Meet with all applicable standards as stated in their student handbook.

Available Student Services

  • Resource Center - located on the ground floor in the classroom building.  It contains 8 fully functional computers with web access, numerous books devoted to diagnostic imaging (no covers are older than 5 years), professional journals and magazines from the past five years and a “Quiet” area for study and research.
  • Radiography students also have access to the Jameson Health System - School of Nursing Library located in the North Campus.
  • Radiography Students also have access to the Jameson Health system Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Tutoring- students needing tutoring may make an appointment with any faculty member for tutoring assistance.

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT
David Hyser, Program Director, at
724-656-6134
e-mail dhyser@jamesonhealth.org.