Description:

Presents theory and practice for operating a successful quality assurance program in a diagnostic radiology department. Students discuss the importance of quality control with respect to health care costs, radiation exposure to patients, and improvement of the diagnostic quality of films. Prerequisite: Acceptance into program or permission of instructor.

Details:

Prerequisite: Acceptance into the program or permission of instructor.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

•State the quality control factors recommended by accrediting bodies and develop a quality control testing program for your department. •Identify quality control guidelines for diagnostic x-ray equipment and describe the tests accomplished to maintain consistent x-ray production. •Identify job satisfaction as a factor affecting image quality and list factors effecting job satisfaction in a Radiologic workplace. • Evaluate a clinical site for quality control and job satisfaction and present recommendations for improvement. • Identify elements in the continuous quality management model • Prepare your continuing education plan.