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Radiologic technologists ensure doctors get the complete picture. They are responsible for taking clear x-ray images of patients to help doctors make accurate diagnoses. This week, BWH celebrated its more than 150 imaging technologists as part of National Radiologic Technology Week – “Seeing More than Meets the Eye.”
Many of these radiographers train and begin their careers at BWH. Through one of five affiliated programs, including Bunker Hill Community College, MassBay Community College, Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, MGH-Partners Institute for Health Professionals and Regis College, students receive clinical training and classroom instruction at BWH before beginning their careers as registered technologists of radiology. Radiologic technologists can specialize further in advanced modalities, such as angiography, computerized tomography and breast imaging. Alternately, students can enter directly into dedicated programs for MRI and ultrasound apart from the traditional R.T. program.
“The students who train at BWH receive a lot of individual attention through mentoring relationships,” said Carl Patturelli, RT(R), CT, MEd, MBA, director of education for Radiology. “This prepares them to become tomorrow’s leaders.”
Erin Cronin, RT(R), who trained at BWH before joining Inpatient Radiology eight months ago, raved about the training program. “I met a lot of very dedicated people when I was training at BWH, and I am glad I received the opportunity to begin my career here,” Cronin said.
As part of National Radiologic Technology Week, students created posters detailing the history of Radiology for display in the Cabot Atrium. Radiology also hosted an open house and offered guided tours to all employees.