Chair

Professor Zoya Vinokaur
Academic Building, room A-414
Phone: 718-260-5360

Description

Radiologic technology and medical imaging is essential to modern medical diagnosis and treatment. A radiologic technologist is a healthcare professional who specializes in using imaging equipment, such as X-rays. Students who earn a baccalaureate degree may additionally conduct CT scans, and use MRI machines and other diagnostic imaging technologies to create images of the body. These images are used by physicians to diagnose and treat medical conditions. Medical imaging is fundamental to healthcare delivery; a degree in radiologic technology, whether associate or baccalaureate, creates opportunities to diverse career paths.

Career opportunities include hospital-based diagnostic imaging and specialized modalities like CT or MRI. Other opportunities exist in education, equipment sales, and healthcare administration.

City Tech offers students to pursue both an associate degree for entry into the field and advance to a bachelor's degree for specialization in cutting-edge imaging technologies like CT, MRI, and mammography.

Professional organizations like ASRT and NYSSRS support continued growth in this dynamic and essential healthcare profession.

Mission

The mission of the Department of Radiologic Technology and Medical Imaging is to prepare a diverse population of students for entry into the profession of radiologic technology and medical imaging and provide advanced education opportunities.

Degree Programs

The associate in applied science in program provides the educational foundation to become a licensed radiologic technologist, teaching you to create diagnostic medical images safely and effectively. The degree program is competitive, with limited numbers and specific admission requirements. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reported in May 2023 that median wage for radiologic technologists were $73,410.

The bachelor of science in program builds on this foundation, offering advanced education and hands-on rotations in specialized imaging modalities like CT and MRI for licensed technologists seeking to expand their expertise while preparing for advanced certification examination. It is designed for working professionals looking for advancement in their careers.

Special Opportunities

Clinical internships are a required part of the curriculum to provide the necessary healthcare experiences to ensure clinical skills are developed to a level of competency as demanded by this healthcare profession. These internships provide hands-on experience in healthcare settings, allowing students to apply their knowledge and skills in real-world environments. The department has its own RemRad club and offers paid research opportunities using state-of-the-art equipment.

Accreditation

The Radiologic Technology and Medical Imaging program in diagnostic radiography is accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology and the New York State Department of Health, Bureau of Environmental Radiation Protection.

Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT)
20 North Wackier Drive – Suite 2850 Chicago, IL 60606-3182
312-704-5300
Email: mail@jrcert.org

The program's current accreditation award is 8 Years - 2024 to 2032. General program accreditation information and the current accreditation award letter can be found here.

Advisory Commission

Charles Drago, Chairperson, Radiologic Technology, Hostos Community College

Candace Ford, Adjunct Lecturer, New York City College of Technology

Darren R. Hoyte, Director of Radiology, The Brooklyn Hospital Center

Simeon Joseph, Adjunct Lecturer, New York City College of Technology

Judith Keyes, FVP - Community Reinvestment Officer, Israel Discount Bank

John Polcari, Adjunct Lecturer, New York City College of Technology

Carlos Rodriguez, Jr., Director of Radiology, Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital

Subhendra Sarkar, Professor/BSRS Program Director, New York City College of Technology

Elizabeth Valderrama, Adjunct Lecturer, New York City College of Technology

Name	Degree	Type	NYSED Code	HEGIS Code	CIP Code
Radiological Science	BS - Bachelor of Science	Major	34683 - RSB-BS	1225.00	51.0907
Radiologic Tech and Medical Imaging	AAS - Associate in Applied Science	Major	13700 - RT-AAS	5207.00	51.0907

Department: Radiologic Technology and Medical Imaging