To participate in the clinical education portion of the program,
the applicant must possess additional non-academic skills. These technical
standards are consistent with the duties of the entry level radiographer in
a professional position. The applicant should have the
+ ability to lift and transfer patients to and from the imaging table
+ ability to move, adjust, manipulate equipment to perform imaging procedures
+ ability to review and evaluate recorded images, to determine quality of
image
+ ability to communicate orally and in writing with patients, doctors and
other personnel, and the ability to follow written and verbal directions
+ ability to make proper decisions involving patient and co-worker safety
+ ability to think clearly and rationally. Students can not be in the
clinical practice while under prescribed medications which could affect
decision making and could jeopardize patient care
+ ability to work harmoniously with others and maintain a high level of enthusiasm