Mission Statement
The Heritage Valley Health System School/La Roche University Radiography Program will meet the needs of the communities we serve by offering a radiologic technology program that provides an environment for the development of competent and professional future radiologic technologists by offering a solid clinical and theoretical background in the Radiologic Sciences.
Fundamental Program Goals
Upon completion of the program, the student will demonstrate:
- Clinical Competency
- The student will apply technical skills regarding positioning patients
- The student will identify proper selection of exposure factors
- The student will utilize radiation protection measures on themselves and their patients
- Critical Thinking Skills
- The student will adjust to non-routine patients and situations when performing examinations
- The students will demonstrate proficiency when critiquing image quality
- Professionalism
- The student will summarize the importance of continuing professional development
- The student will explain the value of life-long learning
- Communication Skills
- The student will demonstrate oral communication skills
- The student will demonstrate written communication skills