Technical Standards: Radiography
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The Radiography program has established Technical Standards that must be met by the students in the program. Each student must be able to:
- Visually monitor patients in dimmed light and view appropriate anatomy on a radiographic viewbox or computer screen.
- Hear various equipment and background sounds during equipment operations.
- Reach up to six (6) feet off the floor.
- Communicate in a clear and concise manner to patients and coworkers in various departments.
- Read and write or type appropriate instructions in patient treatment charts, notes and records correctly.
- Lift thirty (30) pounds of weight, up to waist level and hold in position.
- Move immobile patients from stretcher to radiographic table with assistance from department personnel.
- Push standard wheelchair from waiting area to radiographic room.
- Interpret and appropriately utilize clinical instructions given to student by departmental personnel.
- Utilize keyboard for inputting clinical data into console, computers and charts.
| PHYSICAL DEMANDS IN APPROXIAMATION: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sitting | 2-4 hrs./day | Lifting Objects | 50lbs. |
| Standing | 2-4 hrs./day | Visual ability in dim light | 100% |
| Walking | 4-6 hrs./day | Good Hearing ability | 100% |
| Reaching | Frequently | Ability to speak with clear dictation | 100% |
| Bending | Frequently | Ability to work long/irregular hours | 100% |
| Crouching | Moderately | Manual dexterity | Excellent |
| Kneeling | Occasionally | Pushing/Pulling objects/patients | Frequently |
| Dexterity | Frequently | Sensory Requirements | Frequently |
| Stooping | Moderately | Environment Factors: Chemicals, Irritants, Blood and body fluids, Radiation | Occasional |
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| Admissions Office 919-209-2128 |
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