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Radiography

Radiography is the profession in which diagnostic medical images are made using x-rays and other radiations. The radiographer may work independently or with a physician to create images in the areas of computed tomography (CT), magnetic resonance (MR), mammography, cardiovascular interventional technology (CIT) and others. Radiographers must exercise initiative and judgment in obtaining the images necessary for adequate physician interpretation. As with the other radiation science professions, the patients’ confidence must be obtained while translating a “high tech” process into a humane experience that provides an unparalleled view of life.

“One thing I really enjoyed about the program was the difference from the other available radiography programs in the Tulsa area with the extended exposure to advanced modalities (MRI, CT, Angiography). I think this program gave me a head start toward furthering my education in the medical world, allowing me the opportunity to tackle healthcare from multiple angles.” 

Chelsey Bakker, Current OU ABSN Nursing Student, worked in both hospital setting and private clinic setting in pain management (C-arm manipulation)

Our Mission

The Department Empowers Life by:   

  • Educating students to be competent, professional, entry-level practitioners capable of assuming leadership roles in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy or Diagnostic Medical Sonography. 
  • Educating students through higher education, multiple specialties and/or advanced modalities.  
  • Promoting student and graduate participation in scholarly activity that enhances student learning, the professions and health care.
  • Promoting student and graduate service opportunities. 

(2022)

Effectiveness Data

  • MIRS Radiography Program JRCERT Program Effectiveness Data including 1-year graduation rate, 5-year certification pass rate, and 5-year job placement rate.
     
  • Departmental graduation rates; certification pass rates and job placement rates for the past 5 years in Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Radiography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography and BSRS degree completion. Outcomes Report (2019 – 2023)

Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes

The goals for the Radiography program in the Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences are:

  • Students will demonstrate competence in clinical radiography
    • Students will perform diagnostic imaging procedures according to protocol standards
    • Students will demonstrate competence in radiographic advanced modalities
       
  • Students will demonstrate effective communication skills
    • Students will utilize effective written communication skills
    • Students will demonstrate effective oral communication skills
    • Graduates of program apply effective oral and written communication skills in the healthcare environment
       
  • Students will demonstrate effective critical thinking skills
    • Students will apply forethought to make logical decisions in the completion of imaging procedures
    • Students will adjust decisions in the completion of diagnostic imaging procedures based on feedback and critique
    • Graduates of program apply effective critical thinking skills in the healthcare environment
       
  • Students will engage in interprofessional scholarly activity
    • Students will submit a scholarly project to an interdisciplinary group of healthcare professionals
    • Students will engage in interprofessional development
       
  • Students will be engaged in student governance, service to the University, the community, and the profession
    • Students participate in student governance
    • Students engage in state and national professional organizations
    • Students participate in philanthropic community service

(2022)

Accrediting Body and Accreditation Status

The MIRS Radiography program is accredited by The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The program’s current award is 8 years. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

Contact:
20 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 2850
Chicago, IL 60606-3182
Phone: (312) 704-5300
Fax (312) 704-5304
Email: mail@jrcert.org

Click here for program detail and how to apply!

 

Program Faculty

Bradford Gildon, MA, RT(R)
Program Director

Linda Nguyen, BSRT, R.T. (R)(CI)
Clinical Coordinator

Contact Information

Office of Academic and Student Services
Phone: (405) 271-6588
Fax: (405) 271-3120
Email

Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Robin White, M.Ed., RDMS, RDCS, RVT
Admissions Coordinator
P.O. Box 26901
Oklahoma City, OK 73190-0901
Phone: (405) 271-6477
Fax: (405) 271-1424
Email