Description
The first year is spent learning the basics of the profession, both in the classroom and in the clinical area. Students work under direct supervision until competency is proven. Students gain experience in several areas including:
- General Radiography
- Fluoroscopy
- Mobiles
- Trauma exams
- Surgical exams
In addition to clinical experiences at MercyOne North Iowa East Campus, all students rotate through several North Iowa area hospitals and clinics including:
- MercyOne Regency Family Medicine located in Mason City
- MercyOne Forest Park Imaging Services located in Mason City
- Mason City Clinic - Radiology in Mason City
- Mitchell County Regional Health Center located in Osage
- Hancock County Memorial Hospital located in Britt
- Franklin General Hopspital located in Hampton
- MercyOne Clear Lake Family Medicine
Rotations will generally be made 6 weeks in advance. The student is responsible for transportation and attendance as scheduled.
The second year, the student continues to sharpen his/her skills. After passing competency, the student performs examinations with indirect supervision. This allows the student to perform independently, yet still have a resource immediately available if needed.
In addition, the student will rotate through the speciality areas of MercyOne’s Imaging Department: Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Radiation Oncology, CT, MRI, Mammography, Interventional Radiography, and Cardiac Cath Lab. These rotations are observation only and are intended as an overview of the modality.
For questions call 641-428-6079 or email edwardsa@mercyhealth.com
