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School of Radiography

Sharon Regional's School of Radiography

Sharon Regional's School of Radiography
740 E. State St.
Sharon, PA 16146
724-983-5603

School Catalogue

The School of Radiography at Sharon Regional is based on the long-term commitment of the Health System to educational programs in the healthcare field. Education in the Radiologic Sciences began in the 1950s when the hospital was approved for a one-year program. In 1959, it was approved for a two-year program.

Radiography is the art and science of using radiation to provide images of the tissue, organs, bones and vessels that comprise the human body. These images may be recorded on film or displayed on a video monitor. A radiographer is an essential member of the healthcare team. The body part of the patient must be accurately positioned, and only the amount of radiation necessary to produce a quality image must be applied. These are two important aspects of the responsibilities of the radiographer.

Mission

Sharon Regional Health System School of Radiography provides education for students in the Radiologic sciences to be qualified entry-level radiographers. The program strives to provide the highest quality education and patient care that stresses compassion, competency, respect, and dignity of all people.


PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS GOAL:

        1. The program will graduate qualified entry-level radiographers.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES
:
        1. Students will complete the program within 24 months
        2. Students will pass the ARRT national certification on their first attempt
        3. Of those Graduates pursuing employment, they will be gainfully employed within six months             post- graduation
        4. Students are satisfied with their overall program of education
        5. Employers will be satisfied with their graduate’s overall performance

STUDENT EFFECTIVENESS GOALS:

  1. At the end of the program the students will be able to operate as an entry-level radiographer.
  2. At the end of the program the students will be able to use appropriate communication skills.
  3. At the end of the program the students will be able to use critical thinking and problem solving skills within the clinical setting.
  4. At the end of the program the students will be able to summarize the value of professionalism.

    
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:

  1. 1.1 Students will apply appropriate radiation protection practices in the clinical setting.
    1.2.  Students will demonstrate appropriate patient care and safety.

    2.1 Students will demonstrate appropriate communication skills in the Healthcare setting.
    2.2 Students will apply age appropriate oral communication skills.
                     
                     3.1 Students will apply appropriate factors to account for differing for differing patient conditions
                     3.2 Students will evaluate radiographic images for quality and positioning.
                      
                      4.1 Students will summarize the benefits of continued Professional Development as it relates to work                          ethics.
                      4.2 Students will summarize the importance of continued life-long learning.

           Non Discrimination Policy

             Applicants to SRHS, School of Radiography are selected in accordance with federal and states laws: without          regard to color, race, creed, age, sex, religious affiliation or national origin. Disabilities that are not related to          bona fide occupational qualifications will not be considered as deterrents to selection of persons.

Why choose Sharon Regional?

  • 24-month hospital-based certificate program
  • Fully accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
  • 10/1 student/educator ratio
  • Hands-on clinical experience in progressive settings
  • Rotations to additional sites based on clinical assignments
  • Articulation with Butler County Community College (BC3) to concurrently obtain a certificate in Radiography and an Associate's Degree within two years
  • Articulation with Clarion University in a 2+2 Baccalaureate program

Compass exam.
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School Catalogue: click here

For more information or an application, please contact Robert Piccirillo, MBA, RT, (R), Director, School of Radiography at 724-983-5603 or e-mail at [email protected].

Click here to download an application for the School of Radiography (Adobe PDF Format)

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Application deadline: Applications with transcripts will be received only from September 1 through February 1.

Veterans: The Department of Veterans Affairs has approved coverage for your education provided by Sharon Regional's School of Radiography.


Curriculum Information:
Program Clock Hours

School Calendar: 2013-2015

School Calendar: 2014-2016

Program's Effectiveness Data

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"Shadowing" or Visitation Day in the Medical Imaging Department

The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology is dedicated to excellence in education and to quality and safety of patient care through the accreditation of educational programs in radiation and imaging sciences. The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) is recognized by the United States Department of Education to accredit educational programs in radiography and radiation therapy. The JRCERT awards accreditation to programs demonstrating substantial compliance with these standards.

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Accreditation: Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
20 North Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
www.jrcert.org

updated 8/14