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Presence Saint Francis
School of Radiography
2014 – 2015 Catalog
Saint Francis School of Radiography
2014 Catalog
Table of Contents
About the School of Radiography
 Brief History
 Mission
 Program Goals and Program Outcomes
 Accreditation
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Academic Program
 Curriculum Overview
 Course Descriptions
 Academic Policies and Procedures
o Attendance Policy
o Standards of Behavior
o Code of Conduct
o Disciplinary Process
o Travel
o Grading Policies
o Standards of Satisfactory Progress
o Late Occurrence/Tardy
o Incomplete Coursework
o Student Appeals and Grievance Policy (General)
o Academic Appeals and Grievance Policy
o Academic Freedom
o Complaint Policy
o Student rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
o Harassment Policy
o Social Media Policy
 Professional Standards
o Appearance / Dress code
o Student Communications
 Email
 RESU Alerts
 Personal Phone Calls
o Radiation Safety
o Student Pregnancy
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Enrollment Information
 Application Process
 Admission
o Health and safety requirements
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Drug testing and Alcohol screening
Criminal background Investigation
o Technical Standard Requirements
o Standards of Satisfactory Progress
Financial Obligations
o Tuition rates/fees
o Billing and payments
o Refund policy
o Books and Calculators
o Financial Aid
o Scholarships
Program Completion
o Graduation and its Requirements
o Withdrawal
o Re-Admission into the Program
o Transfer Credits
o Alumni Services
o Transcript acquisition
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Campus Life
 Hours of Operation and Facilities
 Resource Center and Computer Labs
 Medical Library
 Student Benefits
 Student Lockers
 Closure of campus
 Parking
 Campus Safety and Security
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Student Services
 Academic advising
 Disabilities services
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Faculty and Staff Directory
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Academic Calendar
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About the School of Radiography
History
In October 1995, the Saint Francis Medical Proceedings, Volume 4 Number 2(a), published a commemorative issue
about the history of Department of Radiology and the program. Following is the excerpt:
“The two programs of which St. Francis Department of Radiology is most proud are the educational programs of
Radiology Residency and the School of Radiologic Technology. The School of Radiologic Technology was approved for
training on November 1, 1945 and is this year celebrating its semicentennial. The School, which began with only
minimal formal academic work, has progressed to a position where it is now recognized as one of the finest training
school in the Midwest, graduating eight to ten students annually in its two year program. Not only do the graduates
achieve an outstanding record on the Radiologic Registry but are recognized as extremely desirable employees following
their graduation as they move on to many of the hospital in our area.”
The program has since evolved beginning with a name change to the Saint Francis School of Radiography (SOR), as the
technology has also evolved. In 1977, the name Radiologic Technicians was changed to Radiologic Technologists by the
American Society of Radiologic Technologists and further to be identified as Radiographers. The program has expanded
beginning in 2000 when it added clinical education settings throughout the Chicagoland region, graduating
approximately 20 students each year.
Mission of the Program
The Saint Francis School of Radiography is committed to excellence in education. We provide the healthcare community
with competent, entry-level professionals in the field of Medical Imaging. The graduate acquires the knowledge and
clinical experience necessary to qualify for the National Registry examination.
Program Goals and Student Learning Outcomes
In support of the program's mission statement, the program has developed the following:
1. Students will demonstrate effective communication skills.
Student Learning Outcomes:
o Students will demonstrate effective communication skills on the clinical floor.
o Students will demonstrate effective written communication in the classroom setting
o Students will be able to verbally evaluate radiographs
2. Students will develop critical thinking skills for application in the clinical setting.
Student Learning Outcomes:
o Students will adapt standard protocols for non-routine examinations.
o Students will critique images for diagnostic quality and devise necessary factors for quality
improvement.
3. Students of the program will be clinically competent.
Student Learning Outcomes:
o Students will demonstrate accuracy in positioning skills.
o Students will select appropriate technical factors.
o Students will demonstrate proper radiation protection practices.
4. Students will model professionalism.
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Students will demonstrate high ethical standards.
Students will summarize their professional development career plan.
Accreditation
The Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology accredits the St. Francis School of Radiography.
(JRCERT)
20 N. Wacker Drive Suite 2850
Chicago, Illinois 60606-3182
(312) 704-5300
www.jrcert.org
The Saint Francis School of Radiography (SOR) consistently strives to exceed the minimum requirements for compliance
with all JRCERT Standards for an Accredited Educational Program in Radiography. In the event that a student has cause
for concern that the SOR program may not be in compliance with any standard(s), they are encouraged to report the
allegation, in writing, to the Program Director. The report must be submitted within 10 academic days of the event of
alleged non-compliance. The Program Director will work with the student and any other involved program member in an
effort to clarify or resolve the issue of alleged non-compliance. In the event that a satisfactory resolution cannot be
attained, the student is encouraged to report the alleged issue of non-compliance directly to the JRCERT.
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Academic Program
Curriculum Overview
Radiologic Technology is the art and science of using x-rays to produce images of the bones, organs, and vessels of the
human body. Students are educated in utilizing x-ray equipment and techniques, proper patient positioning, radiation
protection methodologies, producing quality diagnostic images while practicing excellent patient and family centered
care. In conjunction with related didactic courses, students apply their knowledge during integrated clinical experiences
in area radiology departments.
Trimester 1 - RDT 110 Radiologic Technology I
 Intro to Radiography
 Patient Care / Ethic
 Procedures 1 & Lab
 Anatomy & Physiology
 Radiation Protection
 Clinical Education 1
Trimester 2 - RDT 120 Radiologic Technology II
 Exposure 1
 Procedures 2 & Lab
 Rad. Processing
 Image Presentation
 Cross-Sect. Anatomy
 Clinical Education 2
Trimester 3 - RDT 130 Radiologic Technology III
 Exposure 2
 Procedures 3 & Lab
 Image Evaluation 1
 Pathology
 Clinical Education 3
Trimester 4 - RDT 210 Radiologic Technology IV
 Radiographic Physics
 Procedures 4 & Lab
 Math Calculations
 Radiographic Imaging
 Clinical Education 4
Trimester 5 - RDT 220 Radiologic Technology V
 Radiation Biology
 Procedures 5
 Quality Control
 Computer Applications In Radiology
 Image Presentation
 Clinical Education 5
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Trimester 6-RDT 230 Radiologic Technology VI
 Image Evaluation II
 Registry Review
 Professional Development
 Clinical Education 6
Course Descriptions
RDT 110 Radiologic Technology I:
Introduction to Radiography — This course orients the new student to Resurrection Health Care and Saint Francis
School of Radiography. The student reviews: policies and procedures; basic radiation protection; infection control; fire
safety; hazardous wastes; and electrical safety. Content will include introduction of the health care team and the
radiologic sciences. Basic fundamentals will be discussed.
Methods of Patient Care/Ethics and Law — This course will familiarize the student with basic concepts of Patient and
Family Centered Care and techniques used in general patient care as it relates to Radiography. It will emphasize the
radiographer's role in multiple clinical settings. It will also acquaint the student with the ethical and legal responsibilities
of the radiographer as part of the heath care team. Consideration for the physical and psychological needs of the patient
and family will be reviewed. Routine and emergency patient care procedures are described, as well as infection control
procedures using standard precautions.
Procedures I — The student is introduced to positioning principles, terminology and topographical landmarks. Anatomy,
positioning, proper Patient and Family Centered Care, and radiographic examinations of the thorax and abdomen are
covered. Correlation of radiographs with positioning of the anatomical part for optimal diagnostic images, technique
selection and radiation safety is explored.
Anatomy and Physiology — This course will provide the student with complete understanding of the skeletal system.
Bone development will also be covered. Identification of bony anatomy for the upper and lower extremities, thorax,
vertebral column, pelvis and skull will be covered as well as function and articulation.
Principles of Radiation Protection — This course will acquaint the student with the principles of radiation protection
including different sources of ionizing radiation and hazards involving the technologist, patient, and the general public.
Proper protective measures will be introduced. Radiation monitoring and survey equipment are also presented.
Clinical Education I — Using the competency - based education model, students will be supervised with both direct and
indirect supervision. Students will gain experience to become competent entry-level radiographers. Students will
become acquainted with radiologic imaging procedures addressed in Procedures appropriate Patient and Family
Centered Care methods, radiation safety, technique selection, and equipment operation.
RDT 120 Radiologic Technology II:
Principles of Exposure I — This course is intended to educate the student in factors that affect radiographic exposures
and the principles and devices involved in technique formation. Basic fundamentals of exposure, concerned with
production and recording of the radiograph image, will be presented. Radiographic quality factors of contrast, density,
detail, and distortion will be reviewed. Clinical correlation of these principles through laboratory experience will be
explored.
Procedures II — The student is introduced to positioning principles, terminology and topographical landmarks. Anatomy,
positioning, proper Patient and Family Centered Care, and radiographic examinations of the biliary, gastrointestinal and
urinary systems are covered. Correlation of radiographs with positioning of the anatomical part for optimal diagnostic
images, technique selection and radiation safety is explored.
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Radiographic Image Processing — This course is designed to acquaint the student with an understanding of the
components and operating principles of image processing, basic maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
Radiographic image artifacts will be identified. Content is designed to impart an understanding of the components,
principles and operation of digital imaging systems found in diagnostic radiology. Factors that impact image acquisition,
display, archiving and retrieval are discussed. Film based processing will also be addressed.
Image Presentation I — These courses are intended to acquaint the student with the necessary skills to determine a
radiograph's acceptability and to learn to correct errors. It is to accustom the student to be independently responsible
for assessing radiographic images, and then presenting them. This evaluation will be used to improve radiographs in the
clinical setting. Case studies will include chest, abdomen, and contrast studies.
Cross Sectional Anatomy — This course is designed to introduce cross sectional anatomy including identification of vital
anatomy and physiology presented through lectures and sample radiography. Radiographic anatomy of head, thorax,
abdomen, and extremities will be presented.
Clinical Education II — Building upon the competency - based education model, students will be supervised with both
direct and indirect supervision. Students will continue to become acquainted with radiologic imaging procedures,
appropriate Patient and Family Centered Care methods, radiation safety, technique formulation, and equipment
operation Students will complete clinical competencies and objectives taught in Procedures I relating to contrast studies
of the digestive and accessory organs of the body.
RDT 130 Radiologic Technology III:
Principles of Exposure II — This course is intended to educate the student in factors that affect radiographic exposures
and the principles and devices involved in technique formation. Radiographic quality factors of contrast, density, detail,
and distortion will be reviewed. Beam restriction and radiographic grids will be introduced. Clinical correlation of these
principles through laboratory experience will be explored.
Procedures III — Didactic and laboratory education continues with emphasis on the bony thorax and the vertebral
column. Correlation of radiographs with positioning of the anatomical part for optimal diagnostic images, technique
selection and radiation safety is explored while maintaining Patient and Family Centered Care.
Image Evaluation I — This course emphasizes the principles of image evaluation as it relates to technique, collimation,
and shielding, positioning and radiographic quality. Radiographic images are studied in detail. Radiographic pathology
will be identified. Procedures to improve diagnostic quality are emphasized, including the study of existing diagnostic
exams to demonstrate quality images.
Radiographic Pathology — This unit will explores the concepts of disease, systemic classifications, complications and
prognosis of disease. Identifying pathological processes on radiographs and other imaging modalities such as CT, MRI,
and subsequent radiographic exposure technique will be presented.
Clinical Education III — Building upon the competency - based education model, students will be supervised with both
direct and indirect supervision. Students will continue to become acquainted with radiologic imaging procedures,
appropriate Patient and Family Centered Care methods, radiation safety, technique formulation, and equipment
operation Students will complete clinical competencies and objectives taught in Procedures II relating to upper and
lower extremity work. Clinical trauma shifts will be introduced.
RDT 210 Radiologic Technology IV:
Radiographic Physics — This course discusses the fundamental concepts of energy and measurements, atomic
structure, electricity, and electromagnetism. It will also discuss circuitry panels, transformers, generators, rectifiers, and
mathematical considerations of each. Quality assurance for specific equipment will be addressed.
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Procedures IV — The student studies advanced radiographic positioning. Many non-routine radiographic views are
covered. Specialized radiographic procedures include radiography of the selected anatomical systems, pediatric work
and trauma radiography. Specialty modalities will also be explored. Correlation of radiographs to positioning of the
anatomical part for optimal diagnostic images, technique selection and radiation safety while using Patient and Family
Centered Care is explored.
Math Calculations for Radiographic Exposure — This unit is a development of the fundamentals learned in Principles of
Exposure I and II. This course focuses on the formulation of radiographic techniques based on established principles,
formulas and conversions.
Radiographic Imaging — This course explores the basic principles of image-intensified fluoroscopy, recording media and
techniques, CR, DR, and PACS. The areas of tomography, computed tomography, and magnetic resonance imaging are
presented.
Clinical Education IV — Continuing to build upon the competency - based education model, students will be supervised
with both direct and indirect supervision. Students will continue to familiarize themselves with radiologic imaging
procedures, appropriate Patient and Family Centered Care methods, radiation safety, technique formulation, and
equipment operation Students will complete clinical competencies and objectives taught in Procedures IV relating to
cranial work.
RDT 220 Radiologic Technology V:
Radiation Biology — This course deals with the effects of ionizing radiation on living tissue, radiation effects on cells and
factors affecting cell response. Factors affecting biological responses are presented, including acute and chronic effects
of radiation.
Radiographic Procedures V — The student studies advanced radiographic positioning, which includes cranial work.
Many non-routine radiographic views are covered. Specialized radiographic procedures include radiography of the
selected anatomical systems, Pediatric work and trauma radiography. Specialty modalities will also be explored.
Correlation of radiographs to positioning with positioning of the anatomical part for optimal diagnostic images,
technique selection and radiation safety, while using Patient and Family Centered Care is explored.
Introduction to Quality Assurance — This course is designed to acquaint students with Quality Assurance and Quality
Control measures used within a Radiography Department. Governing organizations, regulations, test tools and methods
of application are explored. Fixed and variable kVp systems and AEC devices will all be addressed.
Computer Applications in Radiography — This course gives the student a basic overview of computers in Radiography.
It allows for computer review of different programs regarding Radiography.
Image Presentation II — This course is intended to expand the necessary skills to determine a radiograph's acceptability
and to learn to correct errors on the image. It is to accustom the student to be independently responsible for assessing
radiographic images, and then presenting them to the class. This evaluation will be used to improve radiographs for
future studies. Case studies will include chest, abdomen, contrast studies, extremity work, spine, ribs and skull work.
Clinical Education V — Continuing to build upon the competency - based education model, students will be supervised
with both direct and indirect supervision. Students will continue to familiarize themselves with radiologic imaging
procedures, appropriate Patient and Family Centered Care methods, radiation safety, technique formulation, and
equipment operation. Students will complete clinical competencies and objectives taught in Procedures IV relating to
cranial work. Terminal competencies assessing the students’ progress will also be used. Clinical trauma shifts will
continue allowing the student to critically think and problem solve while in the clinical setting.
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RDT 230 Radiologic Technology VI:
Image Evaluation II — This course continues to emphasize the principles of image evaluation as it relates to technique,
collimation, and shielding, positioning and radiographic quality. Radiographic images are studied in detail. Radiographic
pathology will be identified. Procedures to improve the diagnostic quality are emphasized, including the study of existing
diagnostic exams to demonstrate quality images.
Registry Review — This provides a review of the major content areas appearing in the national certification
examination. This course requires class participations, review of radiation protection, equipment operation and
maintenance, image production and evaluation, radiographic procedures, and patient care. Students will be given
multiple content area examinations and multiple mock registry examinations.
Professional Development — course is designed to give an overview of the professional responsibilities of a
radiographer including continuing education, scope of practice and licensure. The course will review the differences
between the ARRT and the ASRT as well as the IEMA. Students will be required to devise an individualized, professional
Portfolio. The portfolio will minimally consist of a résumé, interviewing material and a professional development plan.
Clinical Education VI — Students will continue to perform procedures under indirect supervision using appropriate
Patient and Family Centered Care methods. Students will completely review all phases of radiology previously learned
and put them to practice during the clinical experience. Final competency exams will be performed as a conclusive
evaluation of a student's clinical skills
Academic Policies and Procedures
Attendance Policy
Attendance in all educational aspects is considered necessary for becoming a radiography professional. As such, an
allowance of 3 personal time off (PTO) days per trimester is allowed. There is a maximum 2 day PTO in for either
classroom or clinical, (i.e. 2 classroom, 1 clinical or 2 clinical, 1 classroom) for each Trimester 1-5. The student cannot
have 3 PTOs in one particular area of education, (i.e. 3 class or 3 clinical) without consequences. Individual class
attendance will be documented per class occurrence. For example, students may not miss more than 2 classes of a
particular course without consequences.
Classroom Attendance is considered in morning and afternoon increments. In Trimester 6 there is a maximum
allowance of only one class and one clinical day absence due the limited time frame of attendance before graduation.
Due to the accelerated pace of the classroom instruction, it is imperative that all classes be attended in order to be
adequately prepared. More than two PTOs per trimester (except in Trimester 6 ---explained below) are considered
excessive and therefore unexcused absences (and will result in lowering of the overall course grade.) (See School
Grading policy.) There are specific excused absences allowed. All coursework that is missed must be made up.
Calling in on a test day results in a 6% lower test grade. There is a 3% reduction in a test grade if the student takes the
exam other than scheduled time frame. All missed assignments must be turned into the classroom instructor. (See
Incomplete Course Work policy.)
Notification must be given either of 2 ways. For classroom absence, the student may choose to email or voice mail a
school official and they must also call the Attendance Line 847-316-6126. In the event of a preplanned PTO, the student
may complete a PTO request form and submit it to the Clinical Coordinator. If a student selects to be absent from a
class, (but not the whole day), the same consequences apply. More than two absences of each course would result in
lowering of that course grade.
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Clinical Attendance It is an essential component of the preparation for this occupation, that the student understands
the different aspects of the profession. Absences or time late results in the student being unable to assume
responsibility for the patient in the hospital setting. As part of the student’s clinical education, he/she must learn to
become a dependable hospital employee. The clinical education component is structured so that each rotation has
certain requirements that must be met. If a student comes to the classroom or clinical component ill, he/she will be
sent to the Employee Health Nurse for evaluation. Students are strongly discouraged from exposing patients, staff, and
fellow students to an illness. Time missed will be deducted from the allotted clinical time off.
There is a maximum 3 day PTO for either classroom or clinical, (i.e. 2 classroom, 1 clinical or 2 clinical, 1 classroom) for
each Trimester 1-5. You cannot have 3 PTOs in one particular area of education, (i.e. 3 class or 3 clinical) without
consequences. In Trimester 6 there is a maximum allowance of only one class and one clinical day absence due the
limited time frame of attendance before graduation.
Maximum of Two (2) days of clinical absences are allowed each trimester, except trimester 6. Students may use their
2 days in total 7-hour blocks (1 full day) or ½ day increments (pre-approval necessary). (Any ancillary rotation time may
not be taken off in PTO time. The ancillary rotation time can be switched prior to scheduling but the rotation must be
completed.) It is critical for the student to understand that the time taken off should be used with discretion. If these
days are not used by the end of the trimester, then they will not be banked for further use. It is not necessary to use
one’s PTO each Trimester. Each occurrence of time off is reflected on the final transcript.
If a student accumulated more than two absences per trimester the student will receive the following disciplinary
actions:
1st occurrence
- Excused
2nd occurrence
- Excused (unless having used 2 classroom- then reverts to 3rd occurrence)
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Documented warning-reduction in clinical course grade of 6%
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Documented warning-reduction in clinical course grade of an
additional 3% (totaling 9%)
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Probation and reduction in clinical course grade of an
additional 3% (totaling 12%)
There is an allowance for two PTOs per trimester, except trimester 6. A notice of “call- in” must be given to the clinical
instructors at the facility scheduled for clinical classes. Students must talk with a program official (school staff) or email
the instructor stating that they will not be in attendance. They must also call in to the attendance call line to confirm
absence. Failure to comply will result in an unexcused absence. Text messaging is not considered an acceptable method
to call in. Attendance call line is 847-316-6126.
Notification must be given no later than 15 minutes before the beginning of the assigned shift. Failure to do so
constitutes an unexcused absence and must be made up before the end of the clinical trimester. For any ancillary
rotation assignments, the student must call in to the Department, as well as a Program Official. It is our policy to
discourage call-ins on those shifts, due to the valuable time spent learning. Due to the limited time in these rotations, it
is necessary to fulfill these rotations and must be made up before the end of the trimester.
TRIMESTER 6 Due to the reduced timeframe in Trimester 6, students are allowed 2 PTOs total (1 classroom and 1
clinical). This is the maximum allowance without consequences in Trimester 6.
Breaks There is a two - week break scheduled between each trimester. A detailed school calendar includes dates of
attendance, eligible holidays and break periods for each year of attendance.
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Excused Absences
Excused absences will consist of the following:
Funeral leave:
Family funeral leave will not be taken from the personal time off bank.
 5 days of excused absence is granted in case of death in the immediate family (parent, spouse, sibling, or
child.)
 3 days granted for grandparents and in-laws.
 2 days for aunts and uncles.
 1 day for extended family.
Other funeral request will be considered on a per case basis by the Program Director.
DOCUMENTATION IS REQUIRED FOR ALL FUNERAL LEAVE.
Jury Duty or Military Duty:
Must be arranged with Program Director prior to the leave. Program requirements must still be met upon
return.
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In order to obtain an excused medical leave the following conditions must be met:
Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Classroom Instructor’s approval.
Physician’s signed medical leave restrictions notice (must include signature of physician, medical
condition, length of medical leave, suspected date of return
Maximum granted allowable time would be 3 weeks. The accelerated course work of the program
requires student to keep pace with correlation of clinical and classroom. More than 3 weeks will
result in continuation of the program from the beginning of the last trimester completed.
Maximum allowable medical leave will be one per school year.
Ineligibility: approval will not be given for student who (has):
a. Failed to maintain the required clinical or didactic grade point average.
b. Accumulated make-up time in excess of 40 hours
c. Was placed on probationary status
A student granted a leave must complete all clinical and classroom requirements of the program
within one year of the original graduation date, or be subject to dismissal from the program.
Employee Health clearance
Upon return to the program, students must present a signed note from the physician (who
determined the medical leave), granting permission to come back. The ability to comply with the
technical standards must be signed off by the physician as well, with all stipulations met.
All time missed due to the excused absences must be deducted from the student’s time-off bank. Any additional time
must be made up (not exceeding 8 hours in any given day, 40 hours per week) during clinical breaks or pending the
amount of time, post-graduation day. Diplomas will only be issued for those in full completion of clinical and classroom
requirements. Time will be scheduled through the Clinical Coordinator. There is a possibility that medical leaves may
result with a delay of fulfillment of graduation requirements (and/or depending on the circumstance, a reduction of
course/ clinical grades.) Note: may affect student graduation date.
Leave of Absence (non-medical) will also be granted to an individual under extenuating circumstances as determined
by the Program Director.
In all cases of excused absences, students are responsible for all missed assignments- classroom or clinical hours.
In order to obtain an excused medical leave the following conditions must be met:
1. Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and/or Classroom Instructor’s approval.
2. Maximum granted allowable time would be 3 weeks. The accelerated course work of the program
requires student to keep pace with correlation of clinical and classroom. More than 3 weeks will result in
continuation of the program from the beginning of the last trimester completed.
3. Maximum allowable leave will be one per school year.
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4. Ineligibility: approval will not be given for student who (has):
a. Failed to maintain the required clinical or didactic grade point average.
b. Accumulated make-up time in excess of 40 hours
c. Was placed on probationary status
5. A student granted a leave must complete all clinical and classroom requirements of the program
within one year of the original graduation date, or be subject to dismissal from the program.
Unexcused Absence
Unexcused absences may result from:
1. Switching days off without approval of the clinical instructor.
2. Calling in sick more than allotted days per trimester.
3. Absence without notifying:
a. Clinical Instructor and/or Clinical Coordinator and Attendance Line (847-316-6126)
Standards of Behavior
The student is expected to conduct him/herself in a professional manner at all times. Students are to practice Patient
and Family Centered care at all times while on the hospital premises. All students are required to speak in a low tone
and be courteous to patients, medical staff and department personnel. Foul, abusive, or inappropriate language will not
be tolerated at any time. Students are not allowed to speak in any patient care setting, where patients are present, any
language other than English, unless as an interpreter (following Presence Health policy). In the classroom setting,
students will remain courteous to the instructor and other classmates. Behaviors that will not be tolerated are:
interrupting others, outbursts or disparaging comments/ actions regarding others or sleeping on the hospital premises.
Students must respect the affairs of the school, the hospital and the patient as totally confidential, and are not to discuss
these matters with other students, family or friends. Confidentiality must be maintained at all times complying with
HIPAA laws. This will be addressed throughout the program.
Students are not to leave their assigned area at any without permission. When not actively engaged in radiographic
work or other duties, students will remain in their assigned areas and not congregate in offices, halls, or other rooms.
Students should maintain a cooperative and uncomplaining attitude. Students should ask for advice when needed.
Students should NEVER experiment with patients. They should be inquisitive and ask questions. They should never
repeat a radiograph unless under the direct supervision of a registered technologist.
Each student must complete the Service Promises module which addresses acceptable and professional code of conduct
based on the Core Values. The Core Values of Presence Health are the guide for the conduct that is expected. These
include, but are not limited to: Honesty, Oneness, People and Excellence. Our Core Values encourage each one of us to
be a person who cares about our work and our relationships and who expresses that caring attitude throughout all
interactions.
Each student receives a copy of the student Handbook and is expected to comply with Policies, Procedures and
regulations there in. Each student is expected to adhere to the previously mentioned ASRT Code of Ethics. As such the
Code of Conduct must be maintained. Some specifics of the Code of Conduct are outlined below:
Code of Conduct
This program will not tolerate unacceptable behavior in the classroom or school environment, or the clinical setting, a
student enrolled in this program is expected to and not limited to:
 Appear and conduct oneself in a professionally acceptable manner.
 Be cognizant and respectful of the chain of command.
 Be respectful and display honesty and integrity in all situations.
 Remain alert and refrain from sleeping while on the hospital premises.
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Treat all persons (instructors, other students, hospital staff, doctors, patients, family members and their visitors,
etc.) with kindness, respect and courtesy; recognizing that negligence and abuse are not tolerated.
Identify truthfully and accurately one’s credentials and status without falsification of records of any type
throughout the program.
Refrain from performing any service that requires competence that one has not attained.
Accept responsibility for relating unethical conduct and incompetence to program officials.
Regard strictly as confidential all information including medical records and patient status and refrain from
discussing information with any unauthorized individual, including the patient (HIPAA standards followed).
Understand that no cell phones, pagers, or other electronic devices are allowed in the classroom or clinical area.
Understand that fighting or possession of a weapon on Presence Health premises is not allowed.
Understand that possession of alcohol or illegal drugs on Presence Health premises, and/or reporting to work
under the influence is strictly forbidden.
Must be aware of the Hospital setting and act accordingly to ensure respectful concern for the patient and
family members.
Abstain from running, loud voices, throwing things, using profanity, and any other disruptive activity.
Disciplinary Action
Failure to comply with the above will result in immediate Disciplinary Action, up to and including termination.
Any infraction of the policies of the Saint Francis SOR program and/or any infraction of the policies and regulations of
the hospital or clinical site in which the student is assigned will warrant disciplinary action. The type of action taken will
depend upon the seriousness of the infraction. The program faculty shall investigate the situation, decide upon the
appropriate disciplinary measure to pursue. The program director will notify the student, their college affiliate (OCC) if
applicable, and the Clinical Instructor (if applicable) of the problem and any circumstances surrounding the infraction.
Disciplinary action shall fall into one of the following categories:
1. WARNING—the Program Director and Clinical Coordinator will discuss the problem with the student and
suggest remedial action in the counseling form for a minor infraction. This form will be reviewed with the
student which they will sign and date. It will be placed in the student’s permanent record and a copy will be
given to student if desired.
A student receiving a warning for the same infraction will be automatically suspended for two (2) days.
2. PROBATION—the problems will be discussed with the student and the terms of probation specified in a
meeting with the student and in the counseling form. Only one (1) term of probation is allowed in a student’s
tenure. The student will remain on probation for the duration of the program and any additional infractions
will result in Step #3 immediately.
3. SUSPENSION/DISMISSAL—the student will be suspended or dismissed from the program for severe
infractions of program/hospital policies. Depending upon the seriousness and nature of the conduct, the student
may be immediately dismissed or suspended (an indefinite or a specified period of time) at the discretion of the
program faculty. This will be indicated to the student by a meeting and also in the written counseling form.
Warning and Probation need not precede suspension or dismissal from the program. This is based on severity of
the infraction.
 a. All student suspension days MUST be made up and will result in the loss of Senior Privilege Week.
 b. Students will not be able to continue into the next trimester until the suspension days have been made
up.
 c. Any work / assignments missed by the student must be made up or student will receive a failure in that
area.
If the student does not comply with the agreed upon plan of action, the situation is to be addressed by the
Program Director and subsequent actions determined.
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Travel
To Clinical Sites
Students are required to travel to selected clinical sites within the Chicago land area. Students must have a valid driver’s
license and/or provide their own form of transportation. School schedules will not be modified to accommodate for
individual transportation needs.
To School Related Activities
Opportunities are available for students to travel to educational and/or other activities during the school year. These are
OPTIONAL activities and students may elect to attend and travel at their own expense or will attend the regularly
scheduled clinical day. If a student chooses not to attend, a written assignment will be given.
Grading Policies
Saint Francis School of Radiography offers a full-time, 24 months program in Radiography. During the 24 months, there
are 6 trimesters composed of classroom and clinical courses. All courses in the curriculum are required. Failure of a
course will result in dismissal from the program.
The following grade scale is used in all courses:
Percentage
Grade
Points
100 - 94
A - Excellent
4
93 - 87
B - Above Average
3
86 - 80
C - Average
2
79 - 75
D - Failure
0
Below 75
F - Failure
0
A grade below 80% is a failure in all courses.
Honors
Students who complete the program will be graduated with honors in accordance with the following:
• 3.65-3.79: Cum Laude
• 3.80-3.89: Magna Cum Laude
• 3.90 or higher: Summa Cum Laude
Classroom Grading
Course Grades are calculated using the following percentages:
Tests are 85% of final grade (see specific course syllabus)
Quizzes and homework are 15% of final grade (see specific course syllabus)
Any grade achieved below an 80% will not be rounded up.
Final exams are calculated as two test grades. A student must initially pass 50% of all exams given in each
didactic course in order to show successful completion of that course or he/ she will be dismissed from the
program. Any failed tests must be repeated (with only the original grade figured into the final grade.) If a
student cannot satisfactorily pass the test after 3 attempts, he/ she will be dismissed from the program. A
grade of 84% or below on a given exam will determine the need for additional course work.
Attendance Grading Policy
Absences of more than 2 per classroom course will result in a reduction of the overall course grade.
3rd. occurrence or call-in
4th occurrence or call-in
-
reduction in course grade of 4%
reduction in course grade of an
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5th. occurrence or call-in
-
additional 4% (totaling 8%)
reduction in course grade of an
additional 4% (totaling 12%)
All assignments / missed course work must be completed as assigned by instructor. Calling in sick on a test date will
result in a grade point reduction of 6%. Each subsequent day will result in an additional 6% reduction of the test grade.
If a student is to miss a scheduled test, it is his/her responsibility to reschedule prior to examination (see incomplete
course work). Each faculty member will determine the manner in which make-up examination will be handled in his/her
course. Repeat examinations will be given at the discretion of the instructor. If a student is unable to take the
exam/quiz at the scheduled time of testing, but will in fact still test on that day, a 3% reduction will be assessed.
Students will be counseled with Academic Warning, followed by Academic Probationary Status if necessary.
Clinical Grading
Clinical Course Evaluations Each student will be evaluated by their Clinical Instructor at midpoint in the course. This
allows the students the opportunity for improvement in any deficient area. The final evaluation will be a reflection of
the mid trimester and will be used as a baseline for evaluation of student progress. At the end of each trimester the
technologists in the department will also be requested to complete evaluations of the students. (See form in
attachments). Clinical instructors will complete an evaluation for each student. Self- evaluations will be utilized to
determine how the student perceives their progress. A trimester counseling session will then be scheduled with the
student to discuss his/her strengths, weaknesses, and progress in the clinical classes. At this time the student will also
have an opportunity to discuss any concerns he/she may have. The student must successfully pass all sections of the
clinical requirements to receive a passing grade.
Clinical Grading: (Trimesters 1-5 only)
The student's clinical grade will be composed of the following:
Competency Tests
20%
Clinical Instructor Evaluation
40%
Technologists' Evaluation
20%
Portfolio
10%
Lab Testing
10 %
Trimester 6 does not include the Portfolio requirements and percentages are then adjusted.
LABORATORY COMPETENCY EVALUATIONS Following the successful (80%) classroom testing in the procedures and
laboratory practice of positioning in a given category, the student must pass with a 90% or better without assistance,
laboratory competency evaluations in each projection. The competency grade achieved will be recorded and kept in the
student's permanent file. Failure to successfully complete this requirement will result in failure of the lab portion of the
unit and the student will be given remedial work and an assignment scheduled for retesting in the lab setting. The
original lab competency grade stands for grading purposes (but pass of 90% is still necessary to complete the lab
requirements.)
Standards of Satisfactory Progress
At the end of each trimester, the student's program progress is determined and discussed with the student. Satisfactory
progress is based upon the following:
 Total Trimester GPA must not be below 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, with 2 or more individual courses not being below 2.0
on a 4.0 scale. The student not meeting the standards will be placed on probationary status. Failure to improve
could result in dismissal from the program.
 Each individual course must maintain an 83 per cent average or an academic warning will be issued.
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Students falling below a 2.0 will be placed on an academic probation. Students placed on probation will have a midtrimester meeting the following trimester to review standing. Periodic meetings with the Program Director and the
instructor of course(s) in question will be set up as well. A current course average will be calculated for all courses, and
from this a current GPA will be established. If the GPA is below 2.0, the student will be dismissed from the program. If
the GPA is above a 2.0, the student will be removed from disciplinary measures but will remain on probationary status
for the duration of the program. Students who have failed any courses in the curriculum will be dismissed at the point
of failure. Students receiving an 83 or below in any course average will be given an academic warning to flag specific
areas of concern. This warning could be followed up with Academic Probationary status, if needed.
Late Occurrence/Tardy
Classroom - Students must be on time for classroom instruction as the classes begin promptly. More than 2 classroom
lates will result in lowering of the classroom grade by 4%. Each successive tardy will cause an additional 4% reduction in
the course grade.
Clinical - Students must also be prompt for clinical classes as patients have scheduled appointments and technical staff
will want students to be present before the exams are started. Students must be at their assigned rotation on the
clinical floor at the beginning of each clinical shift and already clocked in and ready to participate. Time missed must be
made up in fifteen minute increments (similar to the time clock measurements.)
Bonus Time - Clinical
Students will be awarded four (4) hours of bonus time for complete promptness in a given trimester- no tardiness. This
bonus time may only be used on clinical days and may be used in hourly increments. These hours can be accrued and
used throughout the program. No bonus time can be used during ancillary rotations.
Habitual Tardiness
Students with a habitual tardiness will be counseled and put on probation. For each clinical trimester:
 Each late occurrence will reflect a reduction in key areas of the student evaluation
 1-4 lates – will reflect a deduction in key areas listed below
 5 (five) lates - will result in a permanent probationary status and a one - day suspension that must be made up
(day to be made up during break).
Following the suspension, the next tardy will result in a 2 day suspension from the program (days to be made up during
break). Individual will remain on probationary status for the duration of the program. Each trimester maximum 2 (two)
late occurrences will be tolerated. An additional late will result in immediate 2- day suspension. Possible termination
could result, depending review.
With regards to the Trimester Clinical Evaluations, the Clinical Instructor's grading will be affected in the areas of
Promptness, Patient Care, Participation, Initiative, and Quantity of Work:
Late Occurrences
Numeric Grade
0
5- always
1-2
4 - almost always
3-4
3 - frequently
5
2 - seldom
6 or more
0%
8 clinical late occurrences in a Trimester will result in dismissal from the program.
If there are no late occurrences during the clinical component each trimester, the student will be awarded an additional
4 - hour bonus. This time may be used at the student’s discretion.
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Incomplete Coursework
Classroom Each Trimester’s coursework must be successfully completed before the student may progress to the next
curricular trimester. All course work should be completed by the end of the class day of the due date. For classroom
courses each day results in a 6% reduction for that assignment; after three days the assignment will receive an
automatic “0” grade for that assignment. If a student is to miss a scheduled test, it is his/her responsibility to reschedule
prior to examination. Tests not completed on scheduled date are to be completed the next day of attendance or a
subsequent 6% deduction will be added cumulatively, (and each day until a total of 4 days, where a 0 will be given for
the student’s test score for that particular test.) The student is responsible for making arrangements with the classroom
instructor for the test completion.
Clinical In clinical class settings, failure to complete the required competencies / rotation requirements during that
specific time frame will result in academic probation. For each day that the student fails to complete the task, a day will
be added to the next clinical trimester. In the initial late period (1 week), the grade will reflect a 6% decrease in the
clinical grade. If the requirement(s) is completed in the second week, a 12% reduction in the grade is assessed. If at the
end of a two - week probationary period, the student has failed to complete the needed requirement, the student will
be given a final grade of "F". This will result in dismissal from the program. All course work not completed on time will
result in time owed. If a rotation has been missed and must be completed, the same rotation or time frame must be
used when completing it. Instances of extended illness or leave of absence, the student may request an incomplete with
the Program Director. An incomplete can be changed to an earned grade if work is finished within two weeks of ending
date of course. Not completing course work within two weeks will result in failure on final transcript.
Clinical Setting Progression In order to complete the requirements for clinical competency, the student must
successfully perform examinations unassisted from each category in the clinical setting. Testing for competency in the
clinical setting may occur at any time after the student has passed the laboratory competency tests, but must be
complete by the end of the trimester. Competency testing must progress in a logical order from first to last categories
covered in the classroom/lab setting. Check clinical class syllabus for required competencies. Students not completing
competencies by the end of the clinical class will receive failing clinical grades unless arrangements are made with the
Program Director regarding extended illnesses or extended leaves.
Upon demonstrating competency in the clinical setting, the student may perform examinations in that category in the
clinical setting with limited supervision. The student must demonstrate competency in the clinical setting in all
categories by the conclusion of his/her program in order to graduate. Additionally the student will “re-comp” in
particular examinations to reconfirm competency in their radiographic competency (Terminal Competencies and six
Program Proficiencies).
Student Appeals/ Grievance Policy
General
Plan of action
Students are to use the grievance procedures to bring complaint to the attention of the school. The
student and person (s) involved must make every effort to resolve complaints quickly as possible once they are
identified.
Implementation
I. A student who has a complaint shall first discuss the matter with the Clinical Instructor at the particular site in
question or classroom instructor, if it is a classroom issue. The student may seek to speak directly with the Clinical
Coordinator or Program Director (if it is a classroom issue).
II. If the issue regards an academic grade, the policy is specific and follows this policy.
III. If the issue cannot be resolved in the initial discussion, the student shall state the complaint in writing. The written
grievance must be delivered to the Clinical Coordinator within five (5) days from the time of the occurrence of the
problem. The Clinical Coordinator will investigate the allegations with the appropriate persons involved. The Clinical
Coordinator, then, shall reply in writing to the student. If the grievance is resolved at this step, the documentation will
be filed in the school files. If the complaint is directly related to the Clinical Coordinator, the student may follow the
above process with the Program Director. In all cases, the accused party will be informed of the allegation complaint
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and will have the opportunity to respond or explain.
IV. If the Clinical Coordinator’s reply is not acceptable to the student, he/she may submit a written grievance to the
Program Director student within five (5) school days. The Program Director shall reply in writing to the student. If the
grievance is resolved at this step, the documentation will be filed in the school files.
V. If the grievance is not resolved through the preceding steps, the student may request a meeting with an Appeals
Committee. A written request for a meeting should be submitted, by the student, to the Program Director within five (5)
school days. The Appeals Committee shall consist of the Program Director and/or Clinical Coordinator, the Medical
Director of the Program and the Director of Imaging Services at Saint Francis. The student may also select an Employee
to serve on the Appeals Committee.
VI. The Program Director will schedule a meeting as soon as all parties can be present. At the scheduled meeting, the
student will be given an opportunity to present relevant information concerning the issue/problem as well as call
witnesses, if necessary. The student will be informed by the program director, in writing, of the Committee’s decision
within five (5) school days.
VII. The student may accept the decision of the Appeals Committee, or request a final appeal to the Human Resources
Department. The student will forward a written request within five (5) school days after receiving the decision of the
Appeals Committee. A meeting will be scheduled with the Human Resources representative to hear the appeal.
After meeting with the Human Resource representative, a final and binding decision will be rendered as soon as
possible. A copy of the decision will be given to the student and program director. No decision shall be made that
conflicts with any laws or which is not in compliance with the organization’s policies.
VIII. A permanent written record of all complaints and subsequent resolutions will be kept on file in the Program
Director’s office. A yearly review (if a complaint has been lodged) will be conducted to determine if a pattern of
complaints exist that negatively affect the quality of the educational program. Upon discovery of a pattern, faculty will
review said policies and determine appropriate changes or courses of action on a quarterly basis.
Academic Appeal and Grievance Process
The academic appeal procedures for the School of Radiography provide a forum for the resolution of academic disputes
for individual students. An academic dispute occurs when a student receives a course grade that she/he believes is in
error. Written assignments are examples of cases that can be appealed. An exam grade that the student feel was
calculated in error is not eligible for an Academic Appeal; instead, the student should meet directly with the course
instructor who assigned the grade.
The Academic Appeal committee will consider an appeal if the student can provide evidence that one or more of the
following occurred when assign a grade:
a. In awarding the grade under appeal, the faculty was arbitrary (grade was awarded on preference or whim; nor
for academic merit.)
b. In awarding the grade under appeal, the faculty was capricious (grade was awarded using a more exacting
standard that other student were held to, or grade awarded represents a substantial department from the
instructor’s standards announced during the first week of the course.)
c. In awarding the grade under appeal, the faculty was discriminatory (grade awarded reflects differential
treatment of student based on race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or national origin).
If, after consultation with the instructor, a satisfactory resolution cannot be reached, the student may appeal the grade
to the Program Director. The appeal must be in writing and a copy of the appeal must be provided to the instructor. The
appeal must cite the evidence by which the student judges (a) that an impermissible element existed in the instructor's
evaluation of the student's course work and (b) that it influenced the grade assignment to the detriment of the student.
The burden of proof falls upon the student. Appeals must be submitted no later than 20 calendar days after the grade is
officially posted. If course instructor is also the Program Director, the student must appeal directly to the Program
Director.
Appeal to the Program Director
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In the event that the Program Director does not concur with the student's appeal, the student may pursue a formal
appeal to the Academic Appeal Committee. The Academic Appeal Committee consists of three faculty member
appointed by the Program Director for that specific dispute. The appeal must be submitted in writing no later than 20
days after the student receives the Division Director's decision.
Hearing
The faculty member and the student involved in the appeal must be available for the committee at the time of the
hearing. Students do not have the right to legal counsel during campus academic appeal hearings. The Appeals
Committee will review the student's written appeal and will provide the instructor with the opportunity to reply to the
charges as cited in writing by the student. The Appeals Committee will make the final decision and inform the student in
writing of their decision. The decision of the Appeals Committee is final.
A copy of the decision will be given to the student and program director. No decision shall be made that conflicts with
any laws or which is not in compliance with the organization’s policies.
VII. A permanent written record of all complaints and subsequent resolutions will be kept on file in the Program
Director’s office. A yearly review (if a complaint has been lodged) will be conducted to determine if a pattern of
complaints exist that negatively affect the quality of the educational program. Upon discovery of a pattern, faculty will
review said policies and determine appropriate changes or courses of action on a quarterly basis.
Academic Freedom
Academic freedom guides behavior and decision making, consistent with the Saint Francis School of Radiography
Mission Statement and Core Values, per the following:
Faculty, staff, and students are citizens and members of the educational community. When they speak or write as
citizens, they should be free from institutional censorship or discipline, but their position in the community imposes
special obligation.
Citizens and members of the educational community should remember that the public might judge their educational
community by their utterances. Hence, they should at all times be accurate, should exercise appropriate restraint,
should show respect for the opinions of others, and should make every effort to indicate that they are not speaking for
the institution.
Faculty, staff, and students are entitled to full freedom in research and in the publication of the results, subject to the
adequate performance of their other academic duties; but research for pecuniary return should be based upon an
understanding with the administration of the institution.
Faculty and students are entitled to freedom in the classroom in discussing their subject, but they should be careful to
not introduce controversial matter which has no relation to class content.
Complaint Policy
Students have the right to address a complaint that is disruptive to their learning environment whether in the classroom
or in the clinical setting. Students need to communicate their issues to the attention of the appropriate staff (whether
clinical or Class Instructors.) The Program Director is to be made aware of the said complaint and will document and
investigate the grievance. Records will be maintained to assist the Program in providing a learning environment that is
conducive to the student’s learning. It will be the responsibility of the program officials to address issues of
reoccurrence.
FERPA - Student rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The permanent student file includes copies of all grade reports, final transcripts, composite clinical competencies,
counseling notations, final radiation exposure reports, limited admission materials, attendance records, and other
pertinent information. These records remain confidential; accordingly, they remain locked in file cabinets in the school's
office. Students must formally petition to examine their permanent record. No student may examine another student's
file. The written consent of the student, former student or graduate is required before any information from his/her
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educational records is released. Upon graduation, the student will be issued one official final transcript. There is a
transcript fee for any additional official transcripts. Forms are available online. A transcript may be denied if financial or
other obligations to the school are outstanding. This policy is in compliance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act 1974).
Files for students who have withdrawn or been dismissed from the program will contain limited information:
application, all official transcripts and any miscellaneous correspondence or counseling sessions. Applicant files will be
maintained if the applicant informs the program director to keep their information on file. Inactive files older than two
years will be destroyed.
Harassment Policy
All students must comply with Presence Health Harassment Policy. Presence Health will not tolerate harassment of
employees or students by anyone. This policy describes Presence Health’s commitment to maintaining a work (school)
environment free of harassment. Harassment is defined as unwelcome conduct, whether verbal, physical or visual, that
is based upon a person’s protected status, such as sex, race, color, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, national
origin, age, physical or mental disability, military status, or other protected group status. Presence Health will not
tolerate harassing conduct that interferes unreasonably with an individual’s work performance, or that creates an
intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. If any student feels that the/she has experienced or witnessed
harassment, he/she is to notify immediately, the Program Director. The Program Director will then report the complaint
to the Director of Human Resources for investigation and follow-up. Outcomes will be determined upon investigation.
Further details are in the HR Policy Manual online. Each student must complete annual training in HealthStream in
multiple modules.
Social Media Policy
The School of Radiography urges all students to be conscientious and careful when using Social Media (Facebook,
YouTube, Twitter, etc.). At this time, there is no way to erase digital content and inappropriate use can diminish personal
reputation as well as the reputation of the school, program, employers and the local community. False and defamatory
comments spoken and heard are called slander, and when these comments are written and published it is libel.
Together, slander and libel are referred to as defamation of character. Legal actions have been taken when
inappropriate content has been published and confidentially has been compromised. Posting of information relative to
clinical sites and activities, technologists, patients or their families, faculty and didactic course content is considered an
ethical breach of confidentiality and is in direct violation of HIPAA and the Professional Code of Conduct to which you
have agreed to adhere. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action which may include dismissal from the Program.
This statement is not meant to inhibit your freedom of expression or speech. However, extreme caution is urged when
mixing professional and personal on-line information and communication. It is advised to remember that multiple
individuals will be able to read and/or see your posts.
Professional Standards
Appearance / Dress Code
The dress code of the program reflects the fact that as a health care institution, professionalism in behavior and dress is
expected, at all times. Serving a cross-section of the population, the hospital corporation believes that conservative
clothing and neatness are the most acceptable to the majority of the patients and visitors. The students MUST comply
with the Presence Health Employee Dress Code Policy.
Classroom attire:

Professional business attire is to be worn. A student may choose to wear their clinical uniform to the
classroom but must be in compliance with the clinical attire policy completely.
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
Clothing should be safe for the hospital environment, clean, properly fitting, and in good repair. All clothing
should be appropriate for the professional setting. Professional attire and modesty are expected of all students
relative to length, style, fit and transparency of clothing. Tattoos/body piercing need to be covered when in the
hospital setting.

Inappropriate attire includes, but is not limited to: Tops: tee-shirts/sweatshirts, tank tops, halters, backless,
cropped shirts, clothes with slogans. Pants: sweats, spandex/lycra, jeans/denim of any color, shorts, and bib
overalls. Flip-flop shoes are prohibited. Hats or caps are not allowed.

A Presence Health identification badge must be worn, with the name visible to others, at all times on the
premises of any Presence Health facility. No other pins, buttons, stickers, badges, etc., may be affixed to the
badge itself or to the badge clip. The badge must be worn, face out, near the collar, and in an easily visible place
at all times while in the hospital setting.
Clinical attire:

Uniforms: Required at all times while in the clinical setting. The student must wear a uniform scrub shirt and
pants. The color of the uniform is CARIBBEAN BLUE. The student may also wear a plain white turtleneck or
fitted t-shirt underneath the uniform top. Any other visible shirt is unacceptable. T-shirt sleeves may not hang
lower than scrub sleeves. (The student must also wear either a long white uniform lab coat or a Caribbean Blue
uniform warm up jacket outside of the Radiology Department. While doing clinical education in the Surgical
Suite, full-length white lab coats are required. While working in the Radiology Department, the jacket may be
removed. Scrub tops and warm up jackets MUST be embroidered with the School of Radiography in white
lettering. Lab coats must have contrasting blue lettering. Two uniform sets are suggested. Students may
never arrive to or leave clinical settings in hospital - issued scrubs.

Professional shoes are recommended although athletic shoes are acceptable providing they
are not high top. All shoes must be white leather without colored trim or laces (90% white).
They must not have the company’s logo printed with colors on them. Clogs, “Crocs”, and
shows with ventilation holes larger than a pencil point are not acceptable.

All students need a full-length white lab coat.

Students must wear hospital ID badges and OSL badges at all times in the clinical setting. OSL
badges must be removed when leaving premises. If, in the clinical setting, a student is found in
noncompliance with not having their OSLs or ID Badge, the student will be sent home
immediately. Time missed must be made up.

Students not in dress code compliance will be sent home to correct the issue in question. Time
will be deducted in hour increments from the student’s bank.

At all times: Hair should be neat and clean. In clinical setting, hair must be pulled up off the
collar. Extreme hairstyles or hair ornaments are not acceptable. Hair, beards, and mustaches
should be neat and reasonably trimmed or clean-shaven.

Jewelry: must be kept to a minimum. Large hoop earrings are not allowed. Body adornments
including tattoos and facial piercing, excluding earrings must be covered or removed.
Excessive adornments are prohibited. Artificial nails are prohibited due to Infection prevention
measures. Nails must be conservative in length and need to be neatly manicured.
At all times:
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
Daily hygiene must include clean body, hair and clothes. Deodorant must be used. Clothing
must be clean, ironed and in good condition.

Excessive perfume/cologne and cosmetics are not permitted.
Failure to wear accepted uniform would result in the following:
First offense:
Written warning and student sent home to change.
Clinical -Time missed must be made up.
Classroom- Time missed is considered an absence from that course for the day.
Second offense:
Suspension of one day
Student Communications

EMAIL - Students are expected to have an appropriate email address. If they are unable to set one up, then a
school email address will be assigned. There are computers available for the students to check their email dailywhether clinical or classroom educational settings (if there is not a computer at home to check.) Faculty will not
be responsible for information disseminated via email and then not read by the student. Students are expected
to read email within 48 hours.

RESU ALERT SYSTEM - Resurrection University has given School of Radiography students access to the RESU
school closure alert system. The student will be notified when the school has been closed due to weather
conditions or other situations. The student will need to supply contact information to receive the information
and keep information updated.

PERSONAL PHONE CALLS - are NOT to be made or received in the Departments of Radiology while in clinical
class, except in the cases of an emergency. All student emergency calls can be directed to the school office at
847-316-5810. Cell phones may NOT be used during class or clinical time. This includes NO texting or checking
of emails on phones during these periods. This is ONLY permissible during scheduled classroom or clinical
breaks.
RADIATION SAFETY
It is the goal of this program to keep radiation exposures to the students as low as reasonably achievable. Radiation
Protection is an extremely important right of both the student and patient. Students may not make exposures of anyone
other than a patient. All exposures using ionizing radiographic equipment are to be made for medically valid reasons,
and with a physician’s order. Radiation Protection is explained first during Introduction to Radiography orientation and
then in the first trimester course. The principle of ALARA is taught and addressed throughout the educational
experience. That principle must be strictly adhered to. In the clinical setting, students must employ gonadal shielding
and collimation whenever applicable. When doing competency testing, failure to use the above mentioned devices
would result in automatic failure for that given competency. Collimation, gonadal shielding, and exposure techniques
will all be evaluated for radiographic competencies when "testing out." Repeat radiographs must be completed under
direct supervision of a registered technologist to eliminate the risk of unnecessary radiation dose to the patient. Failure
to comply will result in disciplinary action.
Students will adhere to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ Code of Ethics; “The Radiologic Technologist
utilizes equipment and accessories, employs techniques and procedures, performs services in accordance with accepted
standards of practice, and demonstrates expertise in limiting the radiation exposure to the patient, self, and other
members of the health care team.”
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Each student will be issued two (2) Optically Stimulated Luminescence Dosimeter monitors (OSL). They are to be worn at
all times while in the clinical setting. OSLs must be changed the first day of each quarter. It is the student’s responsibility
to change the OSL at the proper time. Loss, damage, or accidental exposure to the OSL must be reported to the Clinical
Coordinator immediately. OSLs are not to leave the hospital environment. If the student does not have his/her OSL for
the clinical day, the student will be sent home and the time missed will be made up. The hospital physicist and the
Clinical Coordinator review quarterly badge reports and will counsel students with unusual or excessive readings. The
current quarterly report is posted in the Clinical Coordinator’s office as soon it is received in the hospital. Both the
students and the Clinical Coordinator must initial that they have read the current report. A cumulative exposure report
is placed in the student’s permanent file upon graduation.
Radiation Protection Policy- Summarized
The responsibility of the radiologic technologist is to maximize the benefit from each x-ray exposure and to minimize the
radiation received by the patient.
1. Technique
 Take time to position the patient properly
 Choose exposure factors based on the patient’s body habitus.
 Adhere to As Low As Reasonably Allowable ( ALARA) principles.
2. Collimation
 Limit the size of the beam to include only the area of interest.
 There is NEVER justification for a beam larger than the image receptor
 Collimation improves image quality
 Collimation may be the single most tool the technologist can do to protect the patient
3. Gonadal Shielding
 Use gonadal shielding whenever this will not interfere with the diagnosis.
 Gonadal shields should be used on any patient in the reproductive years or younger.
4. Protecting Yourself
 You can be protected by the same techniques used to protect the patient.
 Always wear lead apron, thyroid shield (collar), and gloves when appropriate.
 NEVER STAND IN THE PRIMARY BEAM!
5. Supervision Level
 Only perform at the level of competency one has achieved with the correct supervision levels involved.
 NEVER repeat a radiograph without the direct supervision of a technologist.
 Complete levels of supervision are detailed in the student handbook.
6. Personnel Monitoring (OSL)
 Always wear the first OSL at the collar level during clinical experience. The second OSL should be placed under
the lead apron or at the level of the abdomen.
 If the OSL is inadvertently laundered, it is destroyed. DO NOT THROW IT AWAY. Bring it to the Clinical
Coordinator and it will be sent back to the company. A control OSL will be given until the quarter is finished.
 The OSL cannot be worn while receiving medical or dental x-rays. The OSL is for OCCUPATIONAL dose only.
 Quarterly reports are posted on the department bulletin board in the Clinical Coordinator’s office immediately
upon receipt.
 Students will be given their individual summary report post-graduation.
 Students should not receive more than 275 mrem/quarter.
7. Overexposure
 Students that receive over this amount will be counseled and the incident will be discussed with the Radiation
Safety officer and the Clinical Coordinator.
 If the student continues to receive over the recommended dose limits, removal from the clinical area will occur.
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Student Pregnancy
All students will be given prior to actual enrollment date, the Nuclear Regulatory Commissions (NRC) Regulatory Guide
8.13, which outlines prenatal exposure and risks. This document is an attachment to the student handbook. Each female
student will be required to sign a confirmation sheet stating that she has read the document. It will be placed in her
permanent file. Disclosure of a pregnancy is voluntary. The student also has the option for written withdrawal of
declaration at any time. Once declared, the student will meet with the hospital physicist and Clinical Coordinator to help
clarify questions and guidelines when selecting an option. The student shall review the Saint Francis Department of
Radiology Pregnant X-ray Personnel Procedures Policies. The hospital physicist keeps this on file.
Option 1 Full leave of absence: The student may select to take a full leave of absence (LOA) from the didactic and
clinical classes. This may be for up to one year in length. The student may return the following year at the beginning of
the Trimester that she left the previous year. This option will lengthen the program for the student.
Option 2 A partial leave of absence: The student may select to take a leave of absence from clinical courses but
continue in the didactic courses. The student would then return to clinical classes as soon as her physician has given her
a fitness duty form. More than 3 weeks will result in continuation of the program from the beginning of the last
trimester of partial attendance. She must return to clinical courses within one year of the course departure. This option
will lengthen the program for the student.
Option 3 Continuation of the Program: The student may select to continue in the program at the same pace as
normally scheduled. She must have a fitness for duty note from her physician. Two days of clinical absence are allowed
during each trimester. The student must meet with the physicist to review Radiation Protection Policies. At this time, the
student is given an additional fetal monitor to wear for the duration of the pregnancy. The student will continue in all
clinical areas as scheduled. Wrap around aprons are required. OSLs will be closely monitored to assure safe fetal dose
limits. Department standards policy will be followed. The student may continue in clinical classes until her physician
deems her unfit for duty. Program length may be affected dependent upon the student's time requirements for delivery
and post- partum. Maximum time for classroom / clinical absence is 3 weeks without repeating the trimester (per
Medical Leave policy).
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Enrollment Information
Application Process
Applications are accepted after January 1 of each year for the following fall class cohort. The application deadline is May
31st. Applicants must complete all admission requirements and submit in an envelope to:
Saint Francis School of Radiography, 355 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202
1. Step One
Applicant must have the following on file with the School of Radiography:
o Completed application
o Application fee - $35. Cash/Check or Money order payable to Saint Francis School of Radiography. The
application fee is non-refundable.
o Official high school transcripts (GED or foreign transcript with proof of US equivalency)
o Official college transcripts - Proof of Associates or higher degree achievement is required
o Three completed forms of recommendation (2 work/educational and 1 personal)
o TOEFL examination results (if applicable)
2. Step Two
An applicant satisfactorily completing Step I and meeting the admission requirements will be required to take an
entrance examination at a cost of $35.
3. Step Three
Applicants successfully completing Step II will be invited to interview.
4. Step Four
After review and evaluation of all data from Steps I-III, and within a specified time, the school will notify the
applicant in writing regarding their conditional acceptance or rejection. The number of students that can be
admitted each year is limited. Therefore, admission procedures are used to select the candidates who are
considered the best qualified to be admitted to the program. Satisfaction of admission requirements does not
guarantee admission. Applicants not accepted into the program who wish to be considered in the selection
process for a future term must reapply.
5. Step Five
To fulfill all requirements for acceptance in to the program, a student must complete a health screening through
Presence Health. Students must present lab reports regarding immune status for measles, rubella, varicella and
Hepatitis B vaccine series, four weeks prior to start date. Students must also complete a criminal background
check and a ten-panel drug screen at this time. Presence Health will not assume responsibility of the cost of the
criminal background check, health screening, and ten panel drug test. Students are notified of class start dates
and locations. Students are required to have a valid social security number and proof of insurance in order to
be eligible.
Admission
Health & Safety Requirements
All students must have a complete physical examination before classes begin. This is scheduled through Presence Health
Employee Health Department. There is no cost to the student unless inoculations are required. The Hospital Employee
Health is available to all students. If at any time during the working day a student becomes ill or injured, he/she should
report to the Program staff. The program requires that the student seek advisement from Employee Health if they
would want to remain on the clinical floor (protection for student/ staff/ patient.) If necessary for care to be given in the
Emergency Room, it is to be noted that the Emergency Department will bill the student for services rendered and the
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student is responsible for their care. The hospital and school will not assume financial responsibility for student health
care. All students must present documentation that the student carries current health insurance. Students will be
required to abide by Presence Health policies, including annual flu vaccinations and annual testing.
Drug and Alcohol Screening
The school will maintain a pre-admission evaluation practice designed to prevent admitting of individuals into the SOR
Program who use illegal drugs or whose use of legal drugs or alcohol indicates likelihood for impaired and unsafe
performance. Such evaluation may include drug and/or alcohol screening via a blood or urine sample. Refusal to comply
with such screening will result in denial of admission to the school. The hospital may require a blood test, urinalysis, or
other drug/alcohol screening of current students upon its discretion. Students are responsible for a portion of the cost
of the investigation.
Criminal Background Investigation
A background investigation must be performed on each prospective student before final admittance into the program.
This will be completed prior to orientation. Failure to disclose or falsifying the documentation will result in immediate
dismissal from the program, in accordance with Presence Health policies. Candidates who wish to sit for the national
board examination (ARRT) but have been convicted of a crime, including felony, gross misdemeanor or misdemeanor,
with the sole exception of speeding or parking violations, need to pre-apply for eligibility with the ARRT Board of Ethics.
All alcohol and/or drug related violations must be reported. Students are responsible for a portion of the cost of the
investigation.
Technical Standards Requirement
To perform as a Radiographer, the student must have the physical capabilities to meet the standards listed below. The
student must be able to:
 visually inspect radiographs to evaluate quality and patient positioning.
 communicate with patients and staff (verbally and audibly).
 participate in didactic classes using verbal and written English formats.
 stand/walk up to 8 hours per day providing patient care and diagnostic testing in the clinical setting.
 utilize computer and Radiographic room control panels.
 climb on step stool to position patients.
 lift and carry patients when assisting in transfers from wheelchairs, carts, and beds.
 carry cassettes and supplies up to 15 pounds.
 wear full length lead aprons up to 5 pounds.
 reach and stoop to maneuver equipment and patients.
 position patients and operate equipment (stationary and mobile) simultaneously by using bilateral gross and
fine motor dexterity.
 document treatment in written form.
 communicate verbally with patients, families, nurses, physicians, staff, and other students as well as possess
good vision and hearing.
Each applicant will have signed the application form acknowledging his/her ability to perform these standards. An
additional form will also be signed in orientation and placed in the student's file. Where appropriate, Presence Health
will attempt to provide a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of an otherwise qualified applicant with a
disability, unless such an accommodation would impose an undue hardship on Presence Health operations and direct
patient care. The otherwise qualified applicant who requests reasonable accommodations must request in writing to
the Admissions Director his/her specific needs. Furthermore, the applicant must submit a current letter from an
appropriate licensed professional describing the nature of the functional limitation and specific accommodations
needed while a student at the Saint Francis School of Radiography. When requesting accommodations, the
documentation must show not only that the student has a disability, but there is a need for a reasonable, specific
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accommodation. Only after written documentation request is presented the Admissions Staff will the request will be
reviewed by the Employee Health nurse for review. Upon review, the applicant will be informed of the outcome
measures of the decision.
Additionally, if a student requires a medical leave, the attending physician must sign consent that the student is capable
of performing the technical standards upon return to the clinical education setting.
Standards of Satisfactory Progress
At the end of each trimester, the student's program progress is determined and a current grade report is given. Clinical
evaluation meetings are set up with student and their clinical instructor for that trimester. There are a total of six (6)
consecutive trimesters for each graduating class. A “junior” is a first year student in one of the first three trimesters.
Upon completion of the 3rd trimester, the qualified student may then be considered a “senior” student”. Satisfactory
progress is based upon the following:
 Total Trimester GPA must not be below 2.0 on a 4.0 scale, with 2 or more individual courses not being below 2.0
on a 4.0 scale. The student not meeting the standards will be placed on probationary status. Failure to improve
could result in dismissal from the program.
 Each individual course must maintain an 83 per cent average or an academic warning will be issued.
Students falling below a 2.0 will be placed on an academic probation. Students placed on probation will have a midtrimester meeting the following trimester to review standing. Periodic meetings with the Program Director and the
instructor of course(s) in question will be set up as well. A current course average will be calculated for all courses, and
from this a current GPA will be established. If the GPA is below 2.0, the student will be dismissed from the program. If
the GPA is above a 2.0, the student will be removed from disciplinary measures but will remain on probationary status for
the duration of the program. Students who have failed any courses in the curriculum will be dismissed at the point of
failure. Students receiving an 83 or below in any course average will be given an academic warning to flag specific areas
of concern. This warning could be followed up with Academic Probationary status, if needed.
Financial Obligations
Tuition and Fees
Tuition is paid to the Saint Francis School of Radiography. The current tuition rate is $3,900.00 per year. Books are
approximately $1000.00 for the two-year program, paid directly to the vendor the student selects. In addition to these
costs, there are miscellaneous fees which include but are not limited to: photo copy fees, radiographic Identification
markers, radiation tracking (OSL) monitors, computer test fees, CPR instruction, clinical tracking programming fees
(E*Value), and graduation expenses. The current total for these miscellaneous fees is approximately $1000. Tuition and
fees are subject to change.
Billing and Payments
The tuition for the program is paid on a trimester basis with a fee of $1300.00 per trimester. This is billed at the start of
each trimester (Sept, Jan, and May). Additionally, the student is charged each trimester for the clinical tracking
programming fee and each of the fees per trimester that are incurred. Upon acceptance into the program the student
pays a non-refundable deposit/miscellaneous materials fee.
All tuition and fees must be paid within two weeks of the beginning of each trimester. In cases of hardship, the student
must arrange at least one week prior to the deadline, a payment schedule in writing. There is a $50.00 late fee
assessed each week tuition has not been paid. If there are outstanding debts, arrangements should be made with the
Admissions Director or accounts will be turned over for credit agency collection. Students with outstanding debts will be
counseled. All debts are due upon graduation from the program. In the case of withdrawal or dismissal, a student’s
account must be paid in full or will be sent to collection. Means of payment include cash, check, money order, or major
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credit cards. All funds are paid through the Saint Francis Hospital cashier. Receipt of payment must be submitted to the
Admissions Director.
Refund Policy
Students who withdraw from the program will be eligible for trimester refunds as follows: A 50% refund of tuition will be
given to the student who withdraws from the program within the first two (2) weeks of that given trimester. NO refunds
will be given after two (2) weeks into the trimester. There will be no refunds for the acceptance deposit. Refunds will
not be issued to the student who is dismissed from the program. For purposes of program completion rate
assessments, the entry point of the program is determined as the completion of the initial two weeks of the first
trimester. The end point is completion of all graduation requirements within the 24 month program.
Books and Calculators
Each student will be responsible for coming to class with the necessary books and calculators required for the courses
each Trimester. It will be the student’s responsibility to order all required text books and having the books by the first
day of the Classroom Instruction each Trimester. Failure to come to class without the proper text books will result in 2%
reduction (per class occurrence) in the 1st test for each course that the student is not prepared. This will continue until a
text book is brought to class. Failure of the course could be a direct result. It will be the responsibility of the program to
give a list of the books with the proper / current edition and ISBN #, a minimum of 3 weeks prior to the start of the
course.
Each student must have his or her own calculator, dictated by standards of the program.
Financial Aid
The School does not participate in Federal Student Aid. The program offers minimal financial assistance on an as
needed basis to qualified second year students. The School does participate in Veteran's Benefits financial aid programs.
The student is encouraged to seek additional from alternate sources if available to them. These could be in the form of
scholarship or traditional loans. Payment plans with the Admissions Office can be established with predetermined set
schedules for payments.
Scholarships
Students are encouraged to explore opportunities for scholarships. The school does have one private scholarship
available to qualified senior students. There is a needs- based scholarship funded through private means to the program
and interested individuals may speak with the Program Director for details.
Program Completion
Graduation and its Requirements
Graduation is held every August for the students that have successfully completed the program of Radiography. Each
student is awarded a Certificate of Completion from St. Francis School of Radiography. Graduates are then eligible for
the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. Upon graduation, students may apply to the IEMA / Division of the
Illinois Department of Nuclear Safety for active accreditation, which allows them to be employed in the State of Illinois
as a radiographer. Continuing Education Credits are required to keep both the license and registration active as an RT (R)
status.
For successful completion of the program, the student must complete each of the classroom requirements with an 80%
or better and six clinical courses with a 90% or better. (See course description for didactic and clinical courses that are
required.) All required paperwork must be completed. All financial obligations must be fulfilled.
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Withdrawal from the Program
The student is to notify the Program Director in writing of voluntary withdrawal from the program. All library materials,
ID's, radiation monitors, and swipe tokens must be returned. All debts must be paid before leaving. Refunds will occur in
accordance with the school's refund policy. A student who withdraws without written notice or one who has not met all
financial obligations will forfeit all claims to records and will be sent to collections. This policy also applies to students
who are dismissed from the program.
Re-Admission to the Program
Any student who withdraws from the program must petition for readmission within two years of the separation. The
student must meet all admission requirements of the School of Radiography at the time of reapplication. The student
must request and fill out a new application form. A personal interview with the Program Director, Clinical Coordinator,
and one Clinical Instructor is required. Pending approval, the student will be readmitted as a First Trimester student
status beginning the next Trimester 1 start date. All previous clinical and classroom competency completions will need
to be repeated. The student will receive no special consideration for acceptance into the class.
Transfer Credits
The Radiography Program does not accept students attempting to transfer from another radiography program or
seeking advanced placement in the program. Students desiring to attend this program must proceed through the normal
application process.
Alumni Services
Graduates are offered the opportunity to apply for a limited number of corporate registry radiography technologist
positions each year. This employment opportunity lasts 2 years post-graduation. Graduates are also encouraged to
further their education by enrolling in advanced degree programs that have established articulations agreements with
the Saint Francis School of Radiography. There are also opportunities for the graduates or employees of the system to
further their education in specialty modality areas.
Transcript acquisition
Upon graduation, the student will be issued one official final transcript. There is a 15 dollar ($15.00) charge for any
additional official transcripts. A transcript may be denied if financial or other obligations to the school are outstanding.
In compliance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 1974), a student/graduate must give permission to
review or release their transcript. Information and the proper form is located on Program Website.
Campus Life
Hours of Operation and Facilities
The School of Radiography is located on the 3rd floor in the North Wing of the Presence Saint Francis Hospital, 355 Ridge
Avenue, Evanston, Illinois. The School offices and classrooms are open from the hours of 7:00am - 4:00pm Monday
through Friday. The Locker Room is open during operational visiting hours of the hospital. The break room offers the
student 2 vending machines for snack and drink selections. The instructors’ offices maintain an open door policy so that
as instructors are available throughout the day, the students may seek their assistance for counseling or other matters.
Resource Center and Computer Labs
The hours of operation of the Resource Center and Computer Labs are Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm,
which are consistent with the hours of operation of the School. In the Resource Center are reference texts available for
review. There are twenty-two computers available for student use in the 2 computer labs. Appointments can be made
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when additional time is needed in the facility as well as the practice laboratory. Eating or drinking is not permitted at
any time in the computer labs. After each use the computer(s) must be logged off. No programs or websites shall
remain open as a courtesy to the next user. There is a non-energized practice lab available for student practice during
normal hours of operation of the school.
Medical Library
Students are also welcome to use the medical library of the hospital for obtaining reference material or just a place to
study. It is located on the main floor of the hospital. Unless otherwise indicated, books, periodicals, and pamphlets
circulate for a one - week period. Hospital ID's are the required library card.
Student Benefits
There are many benefits that the students of the School of Radiography are offered. We offer academic counseling, use
of employee health services, cafeteria discounts, computer access in the classrooms, participation in all hospital
celebrations (i.e. ice cream socials, summer picnics, holiday celebrations), attendance by senior students to the national
conference RSNA, educational field trips, use of the medical library and librarian, etc., to name a few of the benefits
available to the students.
Student Lockers
Each student is assigned a locker in the locker room. Personal locks are required. Combinations of all locks must be kept
on file in the program’s office. The hospital reserves the right to perform periodic surveys and cleaning of lockers.
Clinical Instructors will instruct students as to where to secure their personal belongings on the clinical floor. Minimal
personal possessions should be brought to the clinical setting. Classroom textbooks may not be brought to the clinical
floor for review (except radiographic positioning books.)
Campus Closure
Resurrection University has given School of Radiography students access to the RESU school closure alert system. The
student will be notified when the school has been closed due to weather conditions or other situations. The student will
need to supply contact information to receive the information and keep information updated.
Parking
Corporation policy requires that all students and staff at the hospitals park on hospital property and also require decals
for vehicles. Parking at each of the facilities is free for all students. All parking questions should be directed to security.
Campus Safety and Security
Hospital security guards are employed by Presence Health and are present in all hospitals, making rounds throughout
the day. Upon request, security guards are also available to escort students to their vehicles. Security can be quickly
notified in case of emergency by dialing the code 8888 in each of the hospitals.
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Student Services
Academic Advising
The Program Director and Instructors are available for academic counseling if the student so desires. Advising will always
be held confidential and conducted in a positive and constructive fashion. Regular (two times a trimester) clinical
evaluation sessions are scheduled to cover strength, opportunities for growth, and progress in the program. Voluntary
counseling is encouraged whenever the student feels the need for it. If a professional counselor is deemed appropriate,
the program will offer support in the referral process for the student.
Objectives of Advisement
1. To direct students to an appropriate and immediate source of guidance for specific concerns.
2. To assist students in solving academic problems.
3. To promote student retention and assist with career planning strategies.
4. To assist students in coping with personal problems that may interfere with their academic or clinical
progress.
5. To assist students in referral to appropriate skilled counselors and/or agencies when deemed necessary.
Disabilities Services
Please refer to the Technical Standards page of this catalog for specific arrangements.
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Faculty and Staff Directory
PROGRAM DIRECTOR
Mary Ellen Newton, MSM, R.T. (R) (M)
847-316-5810
mnewton@presencehealth.org
CLINICAL COORDINATOR
Laura Olson, B.A. R.T. (R) (CT)
847-316-3071
Pager- 312-250-8386
lolson@presencehealth.org
ADMISSIONS DIRECTOR/CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Donald Chun B.S. RT (R)
847-316-6393
Pager 312-997-0495
dchun@presencehealth.org
CLINICAL INSTRUCTORS:
Jacquelyn (Jackie) Cvikota, A.A.S. RT (R)
Clinical Instructor and Assistant Admissions Director
Pager 847-479-2966
jcvikota@presencehealth.org
Jodi Faulk, A.A.S. RT (R)
Pager 312-398-0294
jodi.faulk@presencehealth.org
John Hobbs, B.S. RT (R)
Pager 312-250-6819
jhobbs1@presencehealth.org
Brian Janiak A.A.S. RT (R)
Pager 312-250-1069
bjaniak@presencehealth.org
Margaret Lupo, RT (R)
Pager 312-272-1082
mlupo@presencehealth.org
PROJECT COORDINATOR
Mairead Smialek, MA
847-316- 6143
msmialek@presencehealth.org
These individuals are committed to providing a professional atmosphere that will enhance the educational experience
for student learning outcomes. Additionally, the technologists, radiologists, residents, and other staff members at each
clinical education setting will provide learning opportunities for our students.
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Saint Francis School of Radiography
Academic Calendar 2014-2015
2014 AUG.
25
26-29
31
INSTITUTE DAY-No School
ORIENTATION FOR NEW STUDENTS
END OF TRIMESTER 3
SEPT.
1
2
LABOR DAY- No School
1ST DAY OF TRIMESTER 1 & 4
OCT.
13
COLUMBUS DAY - No School
NOV.
3-7
27-28
DEC.
1-5
5
19
20-Jan 4
RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST WEEK
THANKSGIVING - NO School
RSNA - MCCORMICK CENTER
INSTITUTE DAY - No School
END OF CLASSES
WINTER BREAK
2015 JAN.
4
5
END OF TRIMESTERS 1 & 4
START TRIMESTER 2 & 5
FEB
16
PRESIDENT'S DAY - No School
MARCH
27
INSTITUTE DAY - No School
APRIL
24
25-May 10
END ACADEMIC CLASSES
SPRING BREAK
MAY
10
11
25
END TRIMESTER 2 & 5
START TIMESTERS 3 & 6
MEMORIAL DAY - No School
JULY
4
INDEPENDENCE DAY - No School
AUG.
3-7
13
14
15-30
24
25-28
30
31
SEPT.
1
SENIOR PRIVILEGE WEEK
GRADUATION CEREMONY
END OF CLASSES
SUMMER BREAK
INSTITUTE DAY-NO SCHOOL
ORIENTATION FOR NEW STUDENTS
END OF TRIMESTER 3
START TRIMESTER 1 & 4
LABOR DAY-NO SCHOOL
*****Subject to change, at the discretion of School Faculty
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