Limited Licensed Radiology Technologist
Program:
About LLRT
Our Limited License Radiologic Technician Program designed for Students to play an integral role in the healthcare team providing diverse patient care services in collaboration with physicians, nurses, physician assistants, advanced practice nurses and other healthcare professionals. Students will learn radiologic positioning, radiation safety and image critique. This program will provide fundamental concepts in patient care, radiography, and clinical lab science for technicians in healthcare clinics and outpatient surgery centers. After students successfully complete this program, they will be prepared and eligible to sit for the ARRT Limited Scope of Practice in Radiography exam for the State of Arkansas Licensure and the American Allied Health National Exam to become a Certified Limited License Radiologic Technician.
Duties of A LLRT
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Completes diagnostic x-rays for patients within the scope of practice for Limited Scope X-ray Operator certification.
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Prepare patients for radiologic procedures and protect patients, self and other staff from radiation hazards.
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Position patients and take X-ray of specific parts of the patients’body as requested by the physician.
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Take X-rays following established procedures for patient care and safety, which involves setting up and operating radiographic equipment used in the medical diagnosis and/or treatment of patients.
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Accurately and efficiently takes vital signs and basic historical patient data. Identifies abnormal patient findings. Communicates patient concerns or significant changes in patient’s health status to provider and/or LPN or RN.
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Basic Emergency Care / CPR
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Cleans, maintains, and makes minor adjustments to radiographic equipment, including determining equipment repairs
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Implementing infection control procedures for the work area
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Communicates well with patients, co-workers, physicians, and supervisors.
Career Opportunities
Being a Limited License Radiology Tech is experiencing a high growth rate. According to the BLS, Limited License Radiology Tech have a job growth outlook of 16% through 2031. This is significantly higher than the average job outlook for all occupations in the U.S. As a clinical medical assistant with certification, you have the potential to find a wider range of job opportunities in the coming years.
As a Limited License Radiology Tech (LLRT), you might have opportunities to increase your salary, especially as you gain experience. Keep in mind that salaries for LLRTs can vary based on the kind of medical setting you work in and other factors, such as the years of experience you have.
Tuition
PROGRAM COST: $1,600.00 / DOWN PAYMENT (NON-REFUNDABLE): $300.00
PROGRAM OPTIONS:
HYBRID/BLENDED
DAY: 10 WEEKS ( MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY)
EVENING: 10 WEEKS ( MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY)
ONLINE (OPTION)
Online and Self-paced w/ Virtual Stim Lab
ADDITIONAL FEES;
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$65 – Temporary License State Fee (Required)
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$150 – Limited Scope Examination State Fee (Required)
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$125 – AAH National Certification (recommended, but not mandatory)(payable to AAH after last day of class)