Associate of Applied Science in Radiologic Technology

Bowling Green State University

Radiologic Technologists provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients of all ages in a wide variety of clinical settings. The scope of practice for radiographers includes: evaluating clinical data, performing and assisting in the performance of prescribed diagnostic studies; instructing patients about procedures they will undergo; monitoring patient responses to care provided; modifying procedures to achieve the desired information for interpretation by a radiologist or other qualified healthcare provider; providing patient, family and community education; disease prevention; participating in life-support activities as required; and following clinical practice guidelines.

Radiographers should demonstrate behavior and ethics consistent with standards and ethics of all radiologic science professionals. Radiographers are involved in clinical decision making and patient education.

This program prepares individuals as radiographers educated through academic courses and clinical education. Graduates will be eligible for examination by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Graduates must satisfy degree requirements as stipulated by BGSU for associate degrees. Graduates must also satisfy all requirements of the Ohio Department of Health, Radiologic Licensure division, to obtain a license to practice in Ohio. Radiologic technology practice varies based upon individual State's law.