St. Mary's School of Medical Imaging
Mission Statement
St. Mary's Medical Center School of Medical Imaging is a hospital-based educational program consisting of 24 months of competency-based clinical and didactic instruction to prepare graduates for entry level employment as a radiographer and to sit for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist examination upon graduation. In doing so, the program assures that the highest quality of healthcare is rendered in ways which respect the God-given dignity of each person.
Program Goals
- The program will graduate students with entry level employment skills.
- The student and or graduate will display ethical behavior and sound judgment in clinical practice.
- The graduate will demonstrate problem-solving and critical thinking skills in the clinical setting.
- Program is effective in its educational goal of producing quality graduates to meet the needs of the healthcare community.
- The Program will support and encourage professionalism and continuing education.
- Graduates will demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
Application Deadline
Applications may be requested from September 1 to April 1, and must be returned by April 1. Applications may be downloaded from our website (along with a Technical Standards Declaration), www.st-marys.org, or requested by calling or writing to the following:
St. Mary's Medical Center
School of Medical Imaging
2900 First Ave.
Huntington, WV, 25702
(304) 526-1259
rfisher@st-marys.org
** Acceptance into the program is contingent upon a negative drug screening and a clear background check before the start of the first semester. The program reserves the right to request random drug screenings after admittance. **
Introduction
A radiographer is a technical assistant to a radiologist who specializes in the use of X-rays and radioactive sources for the diagnosis and treatment of illness. Radiographers take X-ray exposures, aid the radiologist in fluoroscopy, process X-ray films and keep records.
The radiographer is responsible for the mental well-being and physical comfort of the patients during X-ray exams and treatments. The field of radiologic technology offers the chance for leadership in the expanding field of allied health services. The radiographer is involved in the learning process long after graduation as new methods and techniques are developed in this rapidly advancing field. The trained radiographer may decide later to enter the fields of nuclear medicine, radiation therapy, ultrasound, CT scanning, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), cardiovascular imaging, interventional (special procedures) or mammography.
St. Mary’s Medical Center School of Medical Imaging was established in June of 1964. The school is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and, upon graduation from a two-year program, its students are eligible to take the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ exam.
Also, provided for your convenience is additional information about the School of Medical Imaging.
This includes information about:
- Admission
- Applicants
- Technical Standards
- Curriculum
- Student Services
- Tuition & Fees
- Refund Policy
- Financial Aid
- Transfer of Credit Policy
Admission
Applicants for admission to St. Mary’s Medical Center School of Medical Imaging must complete an admission application between January 1 and April 1 for the class beginning the following July. The application must include high school and college transcripts and a signed Technical Standard Review Declaration Form. A minimum ACT score of 19 on composite math and science will improve an
applicant’s chances of being accepted into the program. Minimum requirements for consideration are:
1. A twenty-five ($25) dollar, non-refundable, application fee.
2. High school diploma or successful completion of the GED.
3. A minimum of 21 hours of college credits (100 level courses
or higher) from a regionally accredited institution must be
completed prior to applying to the program.
4. A letter grade of “C” or better must be obtained in each of the
following Marshall University courses (or equivalent courses
from other institutions).
5. A minimum of eight (8) hours of professional observation within a hospital
radiography department.
- MAT 145 Technical Math I
- SCI 110 Introductory Physics
- BIOL 260 Human Anatomy
- BIOL 265 Human Physiology
- AH 151 Medical Terminology
- CHM 203 General Chemistry
A minimum overall GPA of 2.50 must be obtained on all college level courses. A minimum GPA
of 2.50 must be obtained on all math and science courses. Points are awarded for a GPA of 2.5
or greater.A minimum ACT score on the composite math and science of 19 will improve an
applicant's chances of admission.
** Any substitution or variation of pre-requisite course work requires special permission of Program Director**
