Medical illustration grad uses viral videos to shine light on profession
"I wanted to really tell the story of how the illustration came to be,” said McKenzie Young.
Do you feel compelled to help others in the dynamic world of health care?
Radiation therapists deliver hands-on treatment directly to cancer patients through the use of high-energy ionizing radiation. Radiation therapists work closely with other members of the cancer management team to treat cancer or relieve pain and other symptoms associated with cancer. The radiation therapy program from the College of Allied Health Sciences’ Department of Undergraduate Health Professions helps prepare students for this rewarding career.
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In the Radiation Therapy program, you will take classes in sectional anatomy, radiation protection and biology, cancer management, and participate in labs and clinical internships.
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Students work with clinical personnel in a team approach to patient care and planning.
Skills including medical assessment, infection control, drug administration and physiologic monitoring are taught in a laboratory environment to accurately simulate conditions graduates will encounter in the field.
As part of the state’s only public academic health center, students are exposed to a wide-variety of clinical settings and challenges.
Whether you're an undergrad or graduate student, you'll have opportunities to create your own research projects or work with faculty to tackle some of the world's most complex and pressing challenges.
Academic health centers teach tomorrow's health care professionals, and the only way to do this is to stay on top of the latest treatments and tools for a culture of continuous learning.
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Radiation therapists can be employed by hospitals, universities, clinics or vendors who market radiation oncology equipment. Some radiation therapists travel the country and work in independent or temporary positions.
Employment prospects are excellent, with job opportunities available in all parts of the country and demand expected to increase as the population continues to age.
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One of two baccalaureate degree programs in the state of Georgia.
Small class sizes ensure students receive hands-on experience using the latest technologies.
Program graduates are eligible to apply for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists national certification exam in Radiation Therapy.
Internship opportunities increase confidence and competency and prepare graduates to encounter a wide variety of environments.
"I wanted to really tell the story of how the illustration came to be,” said McKenzie Young.
“I think my biggest takeaway is how important it is to always treat people as people no matter what the situation is," said Madie Perreault.
Over the course of the weekend, numerous alumni banquets for the university’s colleges, schools and organizations will be held throughout Augusta
“We were surprised that we won but we were really passionate about our project to begin with. It’s just amazing that a lot of people also were interested in the pitch."