First radiologic technology grads
First radiologic technology grads
Submitted by Carla Browning
Phone: (907) 474-7778
05/04/04
Pictured are the first five graduates of the UAF Tanana Valley Campus Radiologic Technology
program, which represents a joint effort among TVC, the University of Alaska Anchorage
and the Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. The two-year associate of applied science degree
helps prepare students for employment as radiologic technologists, specializing in
producing diagnostic radiographs that demonstrate anatomy on medical X-ray film, fluoroscopic
screens and other electronic imaging devices for purposes of diagnosis. Classes in
the program are taught by local faculty as well as via audioconference with UAA faculty,
while clinical experience is offered through FMH. The outlook for employment for radiologic
technologists is excellent, as Alaska and the rest of the nation are experiencing
a critical shortage of RTs.