Offered by the Department of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences
Mission
The mission of Mansfield University Radiologic Technology Program is to integrate Mansfield University’s liberal arts emphasis to develop competent entry level diagnostic radiographers. As graduates, these radiographers will possess the expertise necessary to meet the needs of the communities they serve, while providing compassionate, patient-centered care.
Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
Goal #1: To provide the health care community with competent, entry-level diagnostic radiographers.
- Students will position patients accurately.
- Students will align the CR accurately.
- Student will select optimal exposure factors.
- Student will apply radiation protection principles.
- Students will successfully perform diagnostic procedures while under the supervision of staff technologists.
Goal # 2: Students will demonstrate appropriate patient communication and education skills.
- Students will identify themselves and the patient, verify the body part to be imaged, and obtain an accurate history.
- Students will explain the procedure and process for obtaining the diagnostic report.
Goal #3: Students will demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking when performing medical imaging procedures.
- Students will demonstrate critical thinking while performing radiographic procedures.
- Students will evaluate radiographic images for appropriate positioning and image quality.
Goal #4: Students will demonstrate professionalism.
- Students will demonstrate professional and ethical conduct.
- Students will demonstrate professionalism through appropriate attendance and punctuality.
Goal #5: The program will continuously monitor its effectiveness.
- Students will complete the program.
- Graduates will pass the ARRT Certification Exam on the first attempt.
- Graduates pursuing employment will be employed within twelve months after program completion.
Goal #6: The program will promote graduate and employer satisfaction.
- Graduates will express satisfaction with the training received during the program.
- Employers will express satisfaction with the performance of graduates.
The Mansfield University Radiologic Technology Program trains students to become diagnostic Radiologic technologists. Diagnostic Radiologic technologists are valued members of the healthcare team involved in imaging body structures and organs using a variety of procedures and sophisticated equipment. Most people are familiar with radiographic chest examinations and know that x-ray examinations are the best way to diagnose broken bones. Diagnostic technologists perform these procedures as well as procedures which require the use of contrast agents that make it possible to study organs and blood vessels that otherwise cannot be seen.
Why choose the Mansfield University Radiologic Technology Program?
- The program is accredited, so standards of excellence are met and students are assured of a quality education.
- The program offers an intensive clinical experience in a small town atmosphere.
- Students gain experience using state-of-the-art digital radiographic equipment and the student/teacher ratio is low.
- The program has an outstanding pass rate on the certification examination.
- Clinical rotations through seven specialty areas associated with Radiology are provided.
- Bloomsburg University Medical Imaging Program Baccalaureate Degree option is available after graduation.
Program Description
The Radiologic Technology Program is an intensive, hands-on two-year training program leading to an associate in applied science (A.A.S.) degree and employment as a Radiology technologist. It is jointly sponsored by Mansfield University, a member of the Pennsylvania State Higher Education System, and Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, a tertiary care teaching hospital, Level II Regional Trauma Center, and affiliate of the Guthrie Clinic. It is one of several programs in the Mansfield University Department of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences. Students are on the Mansfield, PA, campus the first semester. The remaining three semesters and two summer sessions require clinical and classroom experience at the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital, in Sayre, PA.
Radiology students attend an orientation session at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital during the start of the regular 1st spring semester.
When assigned to the Sayre campus, students complete up to 40 clinical/classroom hours per week. The average daily times of attendance are from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
While the majority of courses are taught using traditional in-class instruction, some are completed via distance and online learning.
Clinical education includes extensive clinical experience at the Radiology Department of Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, Pennsylvania. Students are routinely assigned to diagnostic areas and gain familiarity with specialty areas by completing a short clinical rotation within each modality. During the second year, each student rotates through an evening clinical assignment that occurs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m..
Students are subject to the rules and Regulations of both the university and medical center affiliate.
Accreditation
The Mansfield University Radiologic Technology program is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The Mansfield University program was most recently accredited in 2015 for a period of 8 years. The program received continuing accreditation in 2019 after submitting its Interim report to the JRCERT. The next program accreditation review by the JRCERT will take place in 2023.
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
20 North Wacker Drive Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: 312-704-5300
Fax: 312-704-5304
http://www.jrcert.org/
mail@jrcert.org
Career Opportunities
Upon program completion, career opportunities are available in hospitals, imaging centers, medical clinics and mobile units. Although there is no formal job placement service, job opportunities exist throughout the U.S. With additional education or training, radiographers can become certified and pursue employment in specialty areas including Mammography, Ultrasound, MRI, CT, Radiation Therapy, Imaging Informatics and Vascular Interventional Radiography. Graduates who pursue a Baccalaureate Degree may be considered for positions in education or administration.
Admission Requirements
The Radiologic technology program accepts a maximum of ten students annually.
Admission is granted only for the fall semester and the Admissions Committee will select candidates based on:
1. A high school diploma or GED
2. Submission of high school and/or college-level transcripts
3. A completed application form with the non-refundable fee.
4. Preference will be given to candidates with a B or better in preferred science and math courses which include: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Biology and ACE or AP science and math courses.
5. SAT scores (Preferred high school criteria is a minimum of a 1000 combined score for math and critical reading)
6. Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA required to be considered for transfer into the Radiologic Program. Transfer candidates must possess a strong science and math background for consideration.
7. A completed personal interview and shadowing experience
Applicants must also comply with program technical standards:
1. Read small print and write legible notes
2. Speak clearly and be understood
3. Handle sterile and non-sterile instruments with dexterity
4. Hear speech when the speaker wears a mask and the listener’s ears are covered with a cap
5. Lift, move and assist patients
6. Perform x-ray equipment manipulation
7. Wear a protective apron when necessary
8. Access, without assistance, all clinical areas
9. Perform all CPR movements
10. Wear all personal protective equipment (PPE) when required
Obtaining Program Information and Application
Information and an application form can be obtained by calling the Mansfield University Admissions Office at (570) 662-4243 or 800-577-6826, or emailing admissions@mansfield.edu. You may also contact Mary Sullivan, Program Director, at (570) 887-4007. The same information and an online application may also be obtained by visiting www.mansfield.edu .
Application Deadline
To receive proper consideration, applications should be received by the University no later than January 15. Applications submitted after January 15 will be accepted on a space-available basis.
Admission Process
Applicants may apply on the Mansfield website https://www.mansfield.edu/apply/. The Admissions Department selects candidates who meet University admission requirements and forwards their applications and transcripts to the Program Director of the Radiologic Technology Program and the Admissions Committee for review.
Class size is limited and only applicants with a solid high school and/or college math and science background are granted a personal interview. Preferred math and science courses are Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Physics, Biology and ACE or AP science and math courses.
During the interview, applicants will receive information about the program and will participate in a shadowing experience within the Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital Radiology Department, when possible. Interviewees will receive information regarding their acceptance status from the Program Director and Mansfield University Admissions Office within approximately two weeks following the interview.
Applicants who receive a rejection letter may reapply to the program after completing math and science college level courses. Courses completed must include BSC 1121 Anatomy and Physiology I and MA 1128 College Algebra at Mansfield University. A minimum grade of grade of “C-” must be attained in each course to be reconsidered for acceptance. Applicants who request re-consideration will be admitted on a space-available basis and their scores will be considered with other applicant scores at the time of re-consideration.
Alternate Status
In addition to the ten majors, the program accepts a minimum of three alternate students annually. Alternate status enables the applicant to begin his/her studies at Mansfield University in the fall semester under the Academic Exploration Program and take all the required courses within the Radiology program’s fall curriculum.
If an opening occurs during the fall semester, alternate students will be considered for full acceptance into the program. Alternate students who are accepted must attain at least a grade of “C” in each course, and those with the highest numerical average of grades in BSC 1121 Human Anatomy & Physiology I, XRT 1010 X-ray Technology I, and MA 1128 College Algebra will be accepted first.
If alternate students are not accepted into the program during the fall semester, they may continue taking general education courses required within the Radiologic Technology Program at Mansfield University. They are guaranteed acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program for the following spring provided they have attained a minimum grade of “C” in XRT 1010 X-Ray Technology I, and a minimum grade of C- in BSC 1121 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and MA 1128 College Algebra. They must also attain a passing grade in all attempted general education courses within the Radiology program’s curriculum.
Transfer Credit
Appropriate credit may be given for comparable college-level course work. Students may review transfer credit policies and learn more about transfer credit evaluations on the Mansfield website https://admissions.mansfield.edu/transfer-students/transfer-your-credits.cfm
Change of Major
Any University student who wishes to be considered for acceptance into the Radiologic Technology Program must notify the Program Director by phone: (570) 887-4007 or by e-mail: msulliva@mansfield.edu or msulliva@commonwealthu.edu or MaryK.Sullivan@guthrie.org. Students must contact the University registrar’s Office and request that the following documents be sent to the program Director:
1. Student’s original application to the University
2. All post-secondary transcripts including the current University transcript
The Admissions Committee will consider the request using the same acceptance criteria as for external applicants. All candidates are notified of their final application status by the Program Director. Upon notification of acceptance. The Program Director will initiate the Change of Major process.
Students Requesting Academic and/or Access Accommodations
Commonwealth University at Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield is committed to providing equitable access to educational experiences, campus facilities, and university related opportunities for all students. Disability Services supports these requests for accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. If you have or believe that you have a disability, please contact the following offices based on home campus:
Mansfield - 146 South Hall, cdrake@mansfield.edu or call 570-662-4150
Bloomsburg - Warren Student Services Room 043, or call 570-389-4491 for an appointment to discuss your requests
Lock Haven - 205 Ulmer Hall, or call 570-484-2665
It is recommended that students contact the Disability Services office during the first two weeks of classes or immediately upon diagnosis to ensure accommodations are met in an efficient, appropriate, and timely manner for the best student learning outcome. Upon qualification, the disability professional will arrange to provide an accommodation letter to the professor for the identification of academic or accessibility adjustments. You must contact the Disability Services office to renew accommodation letters at the start of each semester.
Health Insurance and Background Check Requirements
To be allowed to treat patients at Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and other affiliated hospitals, each Radiology student must comply with the health, insurance, and background check requirements established by the hospital and/or state health department. Each Radiology student must provide the Program Director with documentation of the following:
A. Health and Insurance Requirements:
1. Two MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccinations, or rubella and rubeola titers confirming immunity. (For students born before January 1, 1957, a rubella titer is not needed.)
2. Two chicken pox (varicella) immunizations or varicella titer confirming immunity.
3. Hepatitis B immunization (Series of Three).
4. Two-step PPD.
5. TDAP (Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis) shot within the last ten years.
6. Flu shot for the current flu season.
7. Proof of COVID vaccination.
8. Evidence of personal health insurance. A photocopy of your insurance card will suffice. For students who do not have health insurance, or are no longer covered by their parents’ healthcare plan, consider www.healthcare.gov.
9. Proof of professional liability insurance. Students may purchase the required minimum coverage, $1,000,000 each incident/$3,000,000 aggregate, at www.proliability.com
B. Criminal and Child Abuse Background Checks *This process can take 4-8 weeks
1. Pennsylvania State Police Criminal History Record (SP4-164)
2. Department of Human Services Child Abuse Report CY-113
3. Federal Criminal History Record information (CHRI) - FBI Report
FBI Service code: 1KG756
Links for all 3 background checks can be found here:
http://keepkidssafe.pa.gov/resources/clearances/index.htm
Specific instructions for completing all health requirements and background checks will be provided by Guthrie’s Medical Education department. Students will receive directions from Guthrie Medical Education via their Mansfield University email for uploading documents into the document repository. Please carefully read and follow directions for completing background checks.
Expenses incurred meeting the above requirements are the responsibility of the student. Students who fail to complete the Health requirements and/or submit documentation will be denied access to clinical and laboratory classes during the first spring semester. Students must keep a copy of all submitted documentation for their records.
Tuition, Fees, Housing, and Dining
Current information concerning tuition, miscellaneous fees, housing fees, and dining fees may be on the University website https://esd.mansfield.edu/tuition-and-fees/index.cfm. Housing and dining facilities are available both on the Mansfield and Sayre campuses. Information concerning housing and dining on the Mansfield campus is available from the Housing and Residence Life, 319-321 Alumni Hall, Mansfield, PA 16933 (phone: 570-662-4934) https://www.mansfield.edu/residence-life/ . Housing on the Sayre campus is limited, but priority for housing is given to freshmen and sophomore students. For information about housing and dining at the Sayre campus, contact Judith Brayer, Coordinator of Student Services, by telephone at (570) 887-4716 or by e-mail: jbrayer@commonwealthu.edu.
Transportation to Clinical Sites
Students must provide their own transportation to and from the program’s clinical sites, Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital and Troy Community Hospital.
Program Grade Standards
Radiology students are subject to all Mansfield University policies plus the following Radiologic Technology Program standards:
1. A minimum grade of C- in BSC 1121 Human Anatomy & Physiology and MA 1128 College Algebra is required for enrollment in the Radiology courses in Sayre.
2. A minimum grade of C must be achieved in all professional courses (those with an XRT prefix) and modules. Any module grade below C will result in failure of the entire course. Any student receiving a C- or lower grade cannot continue in the program until the course is repeated and a C or higher grade is attained.
3. Professional courses can be repeated only once. Students will be readmitted on a space available basis. Any student who fails to earn at least a grade of C upon completion of the repeated course will be dismissed from the program.
Graduation Requirements
- Earn at least a “C” grade for each course attempted in the major (XRT courses).
- Earn at least a “C-“grade for Human Anatomy and Physiology I and College Algebra.
- Achieve at least the minimum G.P.A of 2.0.
- Complete the course requirements for general education and the major.
- Achieve all of the Radiologic Technology Program’s terminal competencies.
- Satisfy all financial obligations to Mansfield University and Guthrie Health.
- Submit an Application for Graduation online via WebAdvisor at least one year prior to graduation.
- Complete the ARRT clinical competency requirements.
Certification Examination
Graduates of the program are eligible to sit for the national certification examination of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Candidates must meet all ARRT requirements including ethical standards. Conviction of a crime (felony, gross misdemeanor, or misdemeanor) and drug/alcohol related violations can affect eligibility to sit for the examination. ARRT investigates all potential violations in order to determine eligibility. Some states require additional state license. For many states, the ARRT certification satifies state requirements for lincensure. Information regarding state licensing can be found here: https://www.arrt.org/pages/about-the-profession/state-licensing.
Certified radiographers may use the letters R.T. (R) after their names.
The program boasts an outstanding pass rate on the certification examination.
Program Effectiveness Data
The performance of radiography programs is summarized by program effectiveness data which includes the program completion rate, credentialing examinations pass rate and job placement rate. The data is required by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiology Technology (JRCERT) (20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850, Chicago IL 60606-3182 312-704-5300, www.jrcert.org). The Mansfield University Radiologic Technology Program’s most current effective data is found at this link: Program Effectivness Data RAD RT MR 2021 (mansfield.edu).
Job Placement
Although the Radiology program does not provide job placement, graduates maintain an excellent record of job procurement.
Bloomsburg University Bachelor of Science Degree Option
Under the terms of an articulation agreement between Mansfield University and Bloomsburg University, graduates from the Mansfield University Radiologic Technology Program are guaranteed admission with advanced standing at the junior level to Bloomsburg University. Following successful completion of the BU Medical Imaging Program, graduates will earn a Bachelor of Science Degree. Mansfield University (MU) and Bloomsburg University (BU) officially confirm the following terms of this agreement:
1. After admission to MU, an interested student signs a letter of intent to transfer to BU at the time the Associate in Applied Science Degree is completed.
2. The Office of Admissions at BU reserves a place for the student as a junior year transfer student upon receipt of the student’s letter of intent.
3. One year prior to matriculation at BU, the student confirms the intent to enroll by completing the transfer admissions application.
4. BU accepts all 72 credits from MU.
5. A minimum of 48 additional semester hours of credit must be completed to be awarded the BU Bachelor of Science Degree. BU residency requirements must be observed (30 credits from BU).For more information please contact:
Jennifer Venditti, Ph.D.
Allied Health Coordinator, Professor of Biology
jvenditt@bloomu.edu
Phone 570-389-4400
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