What do they do?
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Radiologic Technologists take X-rays and administer non-radioactive materials into patient's bloodsteams for diagnostic purposes.
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Where do they work?
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Hospitals, medical and diagnostic laboratories and in physician offices.
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Educational Requirements
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Formal training programs range in length from 2-4 years and lead to a certificate, an associates degree or a bachelor's degree. Two-year associate degrees are most common. National certification (ARRT) is required by most hospitals.
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More Information
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American Society of Radiologic Technologists
15000 Central Avenue SE
Albuquerque, NM 87123-3917
505-298-4500 or 800-444-2778
http://asrt.org
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Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-2901
http://jrcert.org
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