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How Important is The Joint Commission for Xray School

What is The Joint Commission and How Important is it For Choosing an Xray School?

July 16, 2023January 10, 2021 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

Common questions about Choosing an Xray School from people seeking out a new career in radiography. What is The Joint Commission on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) First, JRCERT is no longer using that name. They now prefer The Joint Commission or TJC. In a nutshell, TJC reports to the US Department of Education and …

Kansas Rad Tech Sleeps in RV Outside of Hospital for Week to Keep Service Available for Patients

July 20, 2023December 8, 2020 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

“He was the only one able to run X-rays, and without the service the ER was at risk of closing.” – Business Insider Captain Obvious Visits Healthcare A recent article in the Business Insider explains how a lone radiographer had to sleep in an RV on-site in order to keep a hospital open. His presence …

When Does Xray Tech Age Become a Concern? Too Old to Work?

July 15, 2023October 12, 2020 by Dr. Ron Jones EdD, RT (R,CT) ARRT

Another frequent question that pops up in my email. I answer it with a lengthy 28 minute video on my YouTube Channel.