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After completing Radiography school what is the best way to find a job? #Spring25
I am currently applying to school to become a Rad Tech and I am so excited and I just want to know more about life after graduation.
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Hi Madison,
There's a big demand for radiologic technologists in the US right now. By the time you graduate, this could still be true, so it's a great idea to look at all your job options and try to get several offers. When I was in my radiology program, the demand shifted from a shortage to a surplus, making it tough to find jobs. So, it's important to make yourself stand out. Here are my top tips for landing offers:
Make a Good Impression - Hospitals often hire students, so the places you intern at could be your best chance to get a job. Besides doing well with taking x-rays and completing normal tasks, being friendly and social with the technologists and managers can really help, as they often decide which students get hired.
Enhance Your Resume - Many students will have similar resumes, so make yours unique. If you can, try rotations in advanced areas to show your eagerness to learn and grow. Volunteering for special projects like Quality Improvement or Radiation Safety during your internship can also help. Be sure to add these experiences to your resume. Using AI tools can also help highlight your in-demand skills that you already possess.
Network - Connect with your classmates since they may intern or work at different hospitals and can help get your resume to hiring managers. This is especially useful if you want to work in a new location.
Registry Exam - Try to take the registry exam as soon as possible. Waiting too long can make it harder to remember what you've learned, making the exam tougher. Passing early lets you apply as a Registered Technologist sooner.
There's a big demand for radiologic technologists in the US right now. By the time you graduate, this could still be true, so it's a great idea to look at all your job options and try to get several offers. When I was in my radiology program, the demand shifted from a shortage to a surplus, making it tough to find jobs. So, it's important to make yourself stand out. Here are my top tips for landing offers:
Make a Good Impression - Hospitals often hire students, so the places you intern at could be your best chance to get a job. Besides doing well with taking x-rays and completing normal tasks, being friendly and social with the technologists and managers can really help, as they often decide which students get hired.
Enhance Your Resume - Many students will have similar resumes, so make yours unique. If you can, try rotations in advanced areas to show your eagerness to learn and grow. Volunteering for special projects like Quality Improvement or Radiation Safety during your internship can also help. Be sure to add these experiences to your resume. Using AI tools can also help highlight your in-demand skills that you already possess.
Network - Connect with your classmates since they may intern or work at different hospitals and can help get your resume to hiring managers. This is especially useful if you want to work in a new location.
Registry Exam - Try to take the registry exam as soon as possible. Waiting too long can make it harder to remember what you've learned, making the exam tougher. Passing early lets you apply as a Registered Technologist sooner.
Raquel Marquez, DMIST
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Hello,
Here's a simple plan to figure out your next career step:
1. Visit job sites and search by industry, discipline, and level to find available positions.
2. Identify the skills employers are seeking.
3. Match these skills with your experiences from school or personal life.
For example, if they want a fast learner, hands-on experience, and a people person:
- Think of times you learned quickly at school or home.
- Recall any hands-on projects you've done.
- Share experiences where you worked well with others.
Good luck!
Here's a simple plan to figure out your next career step:
1. Visit job sites and search by industry, discipline, and level to find available positions.
2. Identify the skills employers are seeking.
3. Match these skills with your experiences from school or personal life.
For example, if they want a fast learner, hands-on experience, and a people person:
- Think of times you learned quickly at school or home.
- Recall any hands-on projects you've done.
- Share experiences where you worked well with others.
Good luck!