Program Description
The Radiologic Technician Assistant program places emphasis on maintaining adequate supplies in exam rooms, handling of oxygen tanks, ability to process CR & DR, knowledge of PACS system, transporting patients to/from all imaging areas, greeting patients and assist in preparing the patients for exams, preparation of the examination rooms, and dismissing the patient after the exam is completed giving any special instructions needed.
Career Information
Occupation
-Imaging/Radiology Technical Assistant
-Imaging/Radiology Medical Records(Film Library)
-Imaging/Radiology Liaison
-Hospital Transporter
Career Projections
The number of jobs in this field is expected to increase by 10.9% in Fulton and Clayton counties and 11.6% in the State of Georgia by 2030. Estimated salaries in this field start at $13 - $16/hr.
Labor market data was compiled using Economic Modeling Specialists, international and is updated annually.
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Admission Requirements
General College Admissions Requirements
Program Admission Requirements
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Submit a completed application and application fee to the college
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Be at least 17 years of age
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Submit official high school transcript or High School Equivalency transcript or college transcripts showing successful completion of 60+ semester credits or 72+ quarter credits
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Submit official college transcripts, if applicable
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American Heart Association Provider CPR Certification, physical examination, up-to-date immunizations and health requirements for clinical sites, criminal background check and drug screen required prior to start of clinical rotation.
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Successful completion of Anatomy & Physiology I and Anatomy & Physiology I Lab, mandatory prior to enrolling in occupational courses.
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Prior to enrolling in the RADT1010 and IMSA1100 occupational courses, please schedule a meeting with program coordinator or clinical coordinator via email to assist in the program occupational courses (RADT1010 and IMSA1100) registration. This meeting should be scheduled 3 months prior to the start of the semester to increase the ability to obtain a seat in the courses due to limited seating.
Please Note:
Students who have completed the Atlanta Technical College Radiologic Technologist Assistant TCC certificate program, must apply and be accepted into the degree program within a year of completion to avoid having to repeat the RADT1010 course.
Students who have completed the Atlanta Technical College Radiologic Technologist Assistant TCC certificate program, will receive 20 bonus points towards their competitive Atlanta Technical College Radiologic Technology degree application. Please discuss details with the program chair or clinical coordinator prior to applying to the degree program.
Blood and Airborne Pathogens
Students enrolled in Category I and II programs at Atlanta Technical College will be performing tasks in which there is a normal occurrence for exposure to blood, other potentially infectious body materials, and airborne pathogens.
These tasks will be performed in the classroom, laboratory, and clinical activities for each occupational training program/course. Students will be required to present documentation of Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis immunizations as a result of potential occupational exposure. Students should contact their program directors for more information. Policies and procedures regarding blood and airborne pathogens may be reviewed at https://tcsg.edu/tcsgpolicy/tcsg_policy_manual.pdf.
Program Contact Information
Danielle Hibbert
Program Coordinator, Radiologic Technology
Brenda Watts Jones Allied Health Building H149B
404-225-4567
dhibbert@atlantatech.edu
Nytavia Wallace MS RT (R) (MR)
Clinical Coordinator, Radiologic Technology
Brenda Watts Jones Allied Health Building H149C
404-225-4432
nwallace@atlantatech.edu
Program Length and Cost
Minimum Program Length in Semester Terms: 2 terms
Credit Hours: 25
Estimated Program Cost: $5,184
Required Courses
General Education Courses (17 Credits)
Area I – English Requirement (3 credits)
Area II – Social/Behavioral Science Requirement- select one of the following (3 credits):
Area III – Natural Sciences/Mathematics – Select one of the following (3 credits):
Area IV – Biology Requirement (8 credits):
Occupational Courses (8 Credits)
Total Credit Hours: 25
Program Outcomes
1. The graduate will be able to understand and observe principles of diagnostic radiography.
2.. The graduate will be able to diagnostic Radiography OR and Mobile Procedures Patient Preparation