Medical Imaging Education in Indiana
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Education In order to become a radiographer, you must complete an accredited radiography program. Radiography programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or by regional accrediting agencies. There are a number of accredited radiography programs throughout the state of Indiana. Programs are generally 24 months in length and are sponsored by either hospitals or colleges/universities. Upon program completion, graduates are awarded either a certificate or an academic degree. Tuition and fees vary widely from program to program and interested individuals should contact a program directly for this information.
Programs have limited enrollment and preference is usually given to individuals who have a strong educational background. Courses in math (algebra and geometry) and science (biology, chemistry, and physics) are especially helpful, and in some instances, are required for admission.
The curriculum of a radiography program is fairly standard from one accredited program to another. Suggested coursework includes:
Oral and written communication
Anatomy and physiology
Pathology
Pharmacology
Patient care
Radiation physics
Radiation biology and protection
Medical ethics and legal issues
Medical terminology
Instrumentation
Application of radiologic sciences theory and techniques
Quality assessment
Computer applications
Competency-based clinical education
Advanced Education Graduates of accredited radiography programs have numerous opportunities for continuing their education. Bachelor degrees are available in such areas as clinical specialities, health occupations education, and health services administration. Graduates are also eligible to pursue career opportunities in such areas as nuclear medicine technology, radiation therapy, cardiovascular interventional technology, diagnostic medical sonography, magnetic resonance, and computed tomography with additional education.
Registration/Certification Graduates of accredited radiography programs are eligible to take the national certification examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Individuals who pass this examination insure their professional status and earn the right to use the title "Registered Technologist in Radiography." This title is abbreviated R.T.(R). Many positions require that the individual be an ARRT "Registered Technologist."
Advanced level examinations are also administered by the ARRT in specialty areas such as mammography, cardiovascular-interventional technology, computed tomography, magnetic resonance imaging and quality management. Individuals who pass an advanced level examination add the appropriate initials behind R.T. For example, a radiographer who passes the mammography examination would abbreviate their title as R.T.(R)(M).
In the state of Indiana, legislation prohibits the operation of x-ray equipment by unqualified personnel. Certification through the Indiana State Department of Health is required of individuals who are seeking employment as x-ray operators. An ARRT "Registered Technologist" automatically qualifies for state certification upon submission of an application and payment of the certification fee.
ARRT registration provides additional benefits when applying for membership in the professional organizations. Individuals must be an ARRT "Registered Technologist", or equivalent to quality for active member status in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and in the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (ISRT).
Radiography Programs Available in Indiana
Columbus
Columbus Regional Hospital 2400 East 17th Street
Columbus , Indiana 47201
Program Director: Karen Frazier, MS, RT(R)
Phone: 812-376-5354
Program Director E mail: kfrazier@crh.org
Program E mail: kfrazier@crh.org
Program website: http://www.crh.org/radiology_services/school.html Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 6
Application deadline: Application process must be initiated no later than March 15 with an appointment with program director and testing, final paperwork deadline is April 1
Evansville
University of Southern Indiana 8600 University Boulevard
Evansville , Indiana 47712
Program Director: Martin Reed, PhD, RT(R)
Phone: 812-464-1894
Program Director E mail: mreed@usi.edu
Program E mail: mreed@usi.edu
Program website: http://health.usi.edu/acadprog/radtech/radtech.htm select "Program Information"
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 18
Application deadline: September 15
Also offer BS in Medical Imaging Technology, http://health.usi.edu/acadprog/radtech/radtech.htm select “Bachelor of Imaging Sciences”
Fort Wayne
Fort Wayne School of Radiography 700 Broadway
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46802
Program Director: Elizabeth Lewis, BS, RT(R)
Phone: 219-425-3990
Program Director E-mail: fwsr@fwi.com
Program E mail: fwsr@fwi.com
Program website:
Certificate Awarded with option to receive Associate of Science Degree through IUPUI Fort Wayne
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 20
Application deadline: March 1
University of Saint Francis 2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46807
Program Director: Donna Lyke, MS, RT(R)(M)(QM)
Phone: 260-434-7697
Program Director E-mail: dlyke@sf.edu
Program E mail: dlyke@sf.edu
Program website: http://www.sf.edu/healthscience/radtech/
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 24
Application deadline: March 1
Gary
Indiana University Northwest 3400 Broadway
Gary, Indiana 46408
Program Director: Arlene Adler, MEd, RT(R)
Phone: 219-980-6540
Program Director E mail: aadler@iun.edu
Program E mail: aadler@iun.edu
Program website: http://www.iun.edu/~ahealth/rad select “Radiography”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 45
Application deadline: February 1
Also offer BS in Radiologic Sciences, http://www.iun.edu/~ahealth/rad, select “Radiologic Sciences”
Greenfield
Hancock Regional Hospital 801 N. State Street
Greenfield, Indiana 46410
Program Director: Vaughn Sutton, BS, RT(R)
Phone: 317-468-4468
Program Director E mail: vsutton@hancockregional.org
Program E mail: vsutton@hancockregional.org
Program website: www.hancockregional.org/services/radtech/index.asp
Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 15
Application deadline: February 15
Indianapolis
Ball State University Methodist Hospital
1701 N. Senate Blvd, Wile Hall 643
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Program Director: Donna Thaler Long, MSM, RT(R)(M)(QM)
Phone: 317-962-3284
Program Director E mail: dlong2@clarian.org
Program E mail: dlong2@clarian.org
Program website: http://www.bsu.edu/physiology-health/academics/undergrad/
select “Radiography”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Number of students accepted each year: 16-20
Application deadline: All applicants must be accepted Ball State University students by December 1, all application materials due the 1st business day of February
Community Hospital 1500 N. Ritter Avenue
Indianapolis, Indiana 46219
Program Director: Meryem Cole, BS, RT(R)
Phone: 317-355-5867
Program Director E mail: mcole@ecommunity.com
Program E mail: mcole@ecommunity.com
Program website: www.ecommunity.com/radiologyschool/index.asp
Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 10-13
Application deadline: January 10
Indiana University 541 Clinical Drive, Room 120
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-5111
Program Director: Bruce Long, MS, RT(R)(CV)
Phone: 317-274-3802
Program Director E mail: blong@iupui.edu
Program E mail: radsci@iupui.edu
Program website: http://www.indyrad.iupui.edu/radweb
Select “Radiologic Sciences" then "Program Information" then "Associate Degree in Radiography"
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 37
Application deadline: August 1-November 15
Also offer BS in Medical Imaging Technology,
Program website: http://www.indyrad.iupui.edu/radweb
Select “Radiologic Sciences" then "Program Information" then "Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging"
Ivy Tech Community College 9301 E. 59 th Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46216
Program Director: Ann Sisel Wilcox, MS, RT(R)(M)
Phone: 317-921-4438
Program Director E mail: asisel@ivytech.edu Program E mail: asisel@ivytech.edu Program website: http://www.ivytech.edu/indianapolis/academics/health-public/radiologic/radiologic-AS.html Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 20
Application deadline: November 15
St. Vincent/St. Joseph Hospital 2001 W. 86 th Street
Indianapolis , Indiana 46260
Program Director: Mark Adkins, MSEd, RT(R)(QM)
Phone: 317-338-3879
Program Director E mail: meadkins@stvincent.org Program E mail: meadkins@stvincent.org Program website: http://www.stvincent.org/education/radiography/svh.htm Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 17
Application deadline: November 1-March 1
Kokomo
Indiana University Kokomo
2300 S. Washington Street
Kokomo, IN 46902
Program Director: John Hughey, MSM, RT(R)
Phone: 765-455-9331
Program Director E mail : johughey@iuk.edu
Program E mail: smithn@iuk.edu
Program website: www.iuk.edu/~koalhe
select “Associate of Science in Radiologic Technology”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 12
Application deadline: December 1
Also offer BS in Medical Imaging Technology, www.iuk.edu/~koalhe, select “Bachelor of Science in Medical Imaging Technology”
Madison
King's Daughter's Hospital One King's Daughter's Drive
Madison , Indiana 47250
Program Director: Bobbi Klein, MS, RT(R)
Phone: 812-265-0633
Program Director E mail: kleinb@kdhhs.org Program E mail: kleinb@kdhhs.org Program website: http://www.kdhhs.org/services_radiology.htm
Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 6
Application deadline: April 1
Marion
Ivy Tech Community College 1015 E. 3rd Street
Marion, IN 46952
Program Director: Debra Dillman, BSM, RT(R)
Phone: 765-651-3111, ext 413
Program Director E mail: ddillman@ivytech.edu
Program E mail: ddillman@ivytech.edu
Program website: www.ivytech.edu/programs/divhealthsciences
Associate of Science Degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 12
Application deadline: March 1
Richmond
Reid Hospital and Health Care Services 1401 Chester Boulevard
Richmond , Indiana 47374
Program Director: Roger Preston, MSRS, RT(R)
Phone: 765-983-3167
Program Director E mail: prestoro@reidhosp.com
Program E mail: prestoro@reidhosp.com
Program website:
http://www.reidhosp.com/services/otherservices/radiologic-technology/index.html Certificate awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 11
Application deadline: March 15
South Bend
Indiana University South Bend 1700 Mishawaka Avenue, PO Box 7111
South Bend , Indiana 46634
Program Director: James H. Howard, MS.Ed, RT(R)
Phone: 574-520-5570
Program Director E mail: jhhoward@iusb.edu
Program E mail: radahlt@iusb.edu
Program website: http://www.iusb.edu/~radahlt/ Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 19
Application deadline: February 1
Terre Haute
Ivy Tech Community College 8000 South Education Drive
Terre Haute , Indiana 47802
Program Director: Lou Ann Wisbey, BS, RT(R)(T)
Phone: 812-298-2242
Fax: 812-298-2441
Program Director E mail: lwisbey@ivytech.edu Program E mail: lwisbey@ivytech.edu Program website: http://ivytech7.cc.in.us/programs/rad.html Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 34
Application deadline: November 1
Vincennes
Good Samaritan Hospital 520 S. 7th Street
Vincennes , Indiana 47591
Program Director: Roger Sterling , BS, RT(R)
Phone: 812-885-8011
Program Director E mail: rsterling@gshvin.org Program E mail: radeduc@gshvin.org
Program website: http://www.gshvin.org/goodsamaritan/sch_radpro.asp select “Our Community”, School of Radiography”
Certificate from Good Samaritan Hospital and an optional Associate of Science degree through
Vincennes University awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 10
Application deadline: January 1
Education In order to become a radiation therapist, you must complete an accredited radiation therapy technology program. Programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) and regional accrediting agencies. Programs vary in length from one and two year hospital sponsored certificate programs; two year college/university sponsored associate degree programs; and four year college/university sponsored baccalaureate degree programs. One year programs are generally designed for individuals who have successfully completed accredited or equivalent programs in radiography or health professionals who can demonstrate competence in the areas identified in the standards for radiation therapy technology programs. Individuals entering two year programs must be high school graduates (or equivalent) with an educational background in basic sciences and mathematics.
The curriculum of a radiation therapy technology program is fairly standard from one accredited program to another. Suggested coursework includes:
Oral and written communication
Anatomy and physiology
Pathology
Pharmacology
Patient care
Radiation physics
Radiation biology and protection
Medical ethics and legal issues
Medical terminology
Instrumentation
Application of radiologic sciences theory and techniques\
Quality assessment
Computer applications
Competency-based clinical education
Registration/Certification Graduates of accredited radiation therapy programs are eligible to take the national certification examination offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Individuals who successfully complete the examination earn the right to use the title "Registered Technologist in Radiation Therapy" and its abbreviation R.T.(T). Registered radiation therapists also earn the right to active membership in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) and in the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (ISRT).
Job Opportunities Radiation therapists can find employment in most medium to large hospital settings, free standing radiation oncology facilities, community cancer centers, research and sales. Average salaries for new graduates range from $17.00 to $22.00 per hour or $35,360 to $45,760 annually.
Radiation Therapy Technology Programs Available in Indiana
Bloomington
Ivy Tech Community College
200 Daniels Way
Bloomington, Indiana 47404
Program Director: Larry Swafford, PH.D., RT
Phone: 812-330-6223
Fax: 812-330-6231
Program Director E mail: lswafford3@ivytech.edu
Program E mail: lswafford3@ivytech.edu
Program website: www.bloomington.ivytech.edu/academics/programs/health_div/rad_therapy/index.html
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the North Central Assoication of Schools and Colleges
Number of students accepted each year: 8
Application deadline: March 1
Gary
Indiana University Northwest
3400 Broadway
Gary, Indiana 46408
Program Director: Sandy Piehl, MPA, RT(R)(T)
Phone: 219-981-4204
Program Director E mail: spiehl@iun.edu
Program E mail: spiehl@iun.edu
Program website: http://www.iun.edu/~ahealth/rad select “Radiation Therapy”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 10 non radiographers every other year;
variable # radiographers
Application deadline: February 1
Indianapolis
Ball State University
Methodist Hospital
1701 N. Senate Boulevard, Wile Hall 645
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Program Director: Dan Strahan, BS, RT(T)
Phone: 317-962-3377
Program Director E mail: dstrahan@clarian.org
Program E mail: dstrahan@clarian.org
Program website: http://www.bsu.edu/physiology-health/academics/undergrad/
select “Radiation Therapy”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 4-8
Application deadline: All applicants must be accepted Ball State University students by December 1, all application materials due the 1st business day of February
Indiana University
Radiation Oncology, RT 041, 535 Barnhill Drive
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Program Director: Donna Dunn, MS, RT(T)
Phone: 317-274-1302
Fax: 317-274-2486
Program Director E mail: dodunn@iupui.edu
Program E mail: dodunn@iupui.edu
Program website: http://www.medicine.iu.edu/body.cfm?id=4491
Select "Medical Education"
Bachelor of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
Number of students accepted each year: 12 non radiographers; variable # of radiographers
Application deadline: September 1-December 1
Education In order to become a nuclear medicine technologist you must complete an accredited nuclear medicine technology program. Nuclear Medicine programs are accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT) or regional accrediting agencies and are offered by hospitals or colleges/universities and can vary in length from a one year hospital program to a four year bachelor degree program. One year programs are usually designed for individuals who hold certification in radiography, medical technology, nursing or a B.S. degree in one of the basic sciences.
The curriculum of a nuclear medicine program is fairly standard from one accredited program to another. Suggested coursework includes:
Methods of patient care
Radiation safety and protection
Nuclear medicine physics and radiation physics
Nuclear instrumentation
Statistics
Radionuclide chemistry and radiopharmacy
Radiation biology
Diagnostic nuclear medicine imaging and non-imaging in-vivo and in-vitro procedures
Radionuclide therapy
Computer applications for nuclear medicine
Immunology as related to nuclear medicine
Quality control and quality assurance
Registration/Certification National certification examinations in nuclear medicine technology are offered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Successful completion of one of the certification examinations is a usual job prerequisite for employment as a nuclear medicine technologist. Graduates of accredited programs in nuclear medicine technology are eligible to sit for these examinations. Individuals who successfully complete the ARRT examination earn the right to the title "Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine" which is abbreviated R.T.(N). Individuals who successfully complete the NMTCB examination earn the title "Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist" which is abbreviated C.N.M.T. Registered/certified nuclear medicine technologists qualify for active status in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT), the Society of Nuclear Medicine-Technologist Section (SNM-TS) and in the Indiana Society of Radiologic Technologists (ISRT).
Job Opportunities Nuclear medicine technologists can find employment in both large and small hospital settings, outpatient clinics and imaging centers and physician's offices. Job opportunities also exist in industry, research, sales, civil service, and public health. Advances in the use of computers in medicine and the introduction of new radiopharmaceuticals to study the various organ systems provide exciting job responsibilities for individuals in the field of nuclear medicine. Salaries for nuclear medicine technologists entering the profession average from $17.00 to $22.00 per hour or $35,360 to $45,760 annually.
Nuclear Medicine Technology Programs Available in Indiana
Indianapolis
Ball State University
Methodist Hospital
1701 N. Senate Boulevard, Wile Hall 628
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Program Director: Lynette Fulk, BS, RT(R), CNMT
Phone: 317-962-8088
Program Director E mail: lfulk@clarian.org Program E mail: lfulk@clarian.org Program website: http://www.bsu.edu/physiology-health/academics/undergrad/
Select “Nuclear Medicine Technology”
Associate of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
Number of students accepted each year: 6-10
Application deadline: All applicants must be accepted Ball State University students by December
1, all application materials due the 1st business day of February
Indiana University
541 Clinical Drive Room 120
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202
Program Director: Judith Kosegi, MS, RT(R)(N), CNMT
Phone: 317-274-7431
Educational Director E mail: jkosegi@iupui.edu
Program E mail: radsci@iupui.edu
Program website: http://www.indyrad.iupui.edu/radweb
Select “Radiologic Sciences" then "Program Information" then “Bachelors Degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology”
Bachelor of Science degree awarded
Accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Nuclear Medicine Technology (JRCNMT)
Number of students accepted each year: 7
Application deadline: August 1-November 15
Education In order to become a sonographer, you may complete an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program or acquire further education on the job. On-the-job education is typically provided to individuals who have previous experience in another health profession, such as radiography. Programs accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS) are offered by hospitals, or colleges/universities and can vary in length from one to four years. One year programs are designed for individuals previously qualified in a clinically related health profession. Two and four year programs may accept high school graduates.
The curriculum of a diagnostic medical sonography program varies depending on the type of program. Some programs are designed to educate individuals in the performance of general ultrasound procedures of the body and organ systems. Other programs are specifically limited to studies of the heart (echocardiography), studies of the blood vessels (vascular) or studies of the eye (ophthalmologic sonography).
Registration/Certification National certification examinations are offered to qualified candidates by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Successful completion of the examination earns the individual the right to use the title "Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer" which is abbreviated R.D.M.S., "Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer" which is abbreviated R.D.C.S. or "Registered Vascular Technologist" which is abbreviated R.V.T. Many jobs require that the individual be registered as a condition of employment.
Ultrasound Programs in Indiana
There are no Joint Review Committee on Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRCDMS) accredited ultrasound only programs in Indiana.
If you are not already a Registered Radiologic Technologist and/or you are looking for a Baccalaureate program please refer to the JRCDMS.org website to look for programs.
IUPUI, USI, IUN and IUK have options for RT’s interested in completing a BS degree.
University of Southern Indiana
College of Nursing & Health Professions
Claudine Fairchild, MS, RT(R)(M), RDMS
Diagnostic Medical Imaging Program Coordinator
8600 University Blvd.
Evansville, IN 47712
812-464-1994
email: cfairchi@usi.edu http://health.usi.edu/acadprog/radtech/sono/sonoinfo.php
Indiana University-Indianapolis School Of Medicine / Health Professions Programs Department of Radiology/Radiologic Sciences Programs
Suetta Kehrein, M.S. R.T.(R)
Coordinator, Medical Imaging Technology
541 Clinical Drive Rm. #120
Indianapolis, Indiana 46202-5111.
(317-274-3803)
e-mail: skehrein@iupui.edu www.indyrad.iupui.edu/iuradsci/
