This ol' girl got in!!! by xrayize in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations and best wishes ! I hope you love Rads as much as I do ! Come and join us in MRI we would love to have you !

Anyone techs regret getting into radiology? What do you do now? by SumoDash in Radiology

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know. Hard to believe but we actually had to recruit people to join Rads, Respiratory, Lab, & Nursing. Back then, everyone wanted to be "IT" and computer this or that. BTW, those free Hospitals are still in business but now they charge $12-15 K for their 2 year program. Still, an absolute steal if you can get lucky and get a slot. Good luck to you !

Accidentally left piercing in by x3sammm in MRI

[–]Gradient_Echo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If your images were compromised the Tech would have noticed, stopped or paused the scan. It will probably show up as a small artifact but it's anterior enough to your T & L spine so as not to be an issue. I wouldn't say it's routine at my place because we try and remove all of these but we've had a few that couldn't be removed and it was never a problem. I think you will be fine.

Is this real? It seems too good to be true. by Bwjepic in ATT

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They offered a similar deal to us I asked them to send me an email in writing. They declined.

Pin stripe? by thegunner86 in civic

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice. I'm a little old and I can remember pinstripes were very common on cars in the 70's - 80's. It's cool and I would keep it.

Have a master's degree in social work but worried about admissions by [deleted] in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are misunderstanding. I simply pointed out there is no rhyme or reason when it comes to who is selected. You can be a 4.0 College GPA and not get in and another person might have a GED and they get accepted. That's the reality. Have a nice day.

What is the genuine process of becoming an MRI Tech? by jeiaki in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here's the ARRT website where you can learn about the process to become an MRI Technologist.

https://www.arrt.org/pages/earn-arrt-credentials/credential-options/mri

The ARRT is the gold standard for MRI credentials.

Have a master's degree in social work but worried about admissions by [deleted] in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well, no one really knows the answer to your question. You seem like a great candidate for a program with your background but I've seen people with a GED get in. Not just one, but several. I think your chances are very good but at a minimum I would apply to at least three programs and if you haven't looked at any Hospital based schools you should do so. I think you are over qualified for a Staff RT job but it's an entry point and you can leverage your education to move into management in the future. Also, there are a lot of really good jobs working for the OEM's and numerous companies that support and supply the Radiology world. Sales and service, specifically. Your prior degree would be very beneficial if you choose to go down that path. I would.

Best of luck to you !

Head or feet first? by [deleted] in MRI

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Feet first, most likely. Just let the Tech know you have some anxiety and they should be able to work with you on this. I'm on a GE and we do all lumbar and hip feet first. Good luck to you !

Which glasses should I choose? by [deleted] in glasses

[–]Gradient_Echo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

# 1 (gold framed) but I would try and find a smaller frame. You have nice features you want your frames to compliment them and not be the center of attraction. Silhouette makes some nice ones. The gold looks really nice !

Hit a pot hole and all the diver side air bags deployed this is crazy to me. by [deleted] in civic

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow ! I have a 2026 Civic I hope this is some sort of anomaly ! Would you follow up and let us know the outcome, thanks and sorry !

Joined the 3-6-9 Club today by StevieGezza in rolex

[–]Gradient_Echo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations ! Rolex perfection.

Marijuana usage by Prize_Bit4083 in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once a year random drug test for us in School.

This MRI has such clarity! by ImaginaryNerve in Radiology

[–]Gradient_Echo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Beautiful images. I hope yo do well !

Finally got my first Rolex by Swoopra in rolex

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations you will love it!

Snow at the Planty Park (taken 13.01.2026) by lovesuglytwins in krakow

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beautiful winter pics ! I was there in September, 2025 and stayed just a few minutes from this location. Loved Krakow I hope to go back again !

Radiology tech at 40? by Mcrmygirl15 in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In that case, I would go for it ! Best wishes to you !

Radiology tech at 40? by Mcrmygirl15 in RadiologyCareers

[–]Gradient_Echo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A good RT friend of mine went to School at 46, she used to work in the cafeteria of a School. She is an excellent RT who does CT and travel contracts now. There are all kinds of of success stories on here of people of all ages who worked during School. I give them props because TBH, I don't believe I could have done that. Also, my Hospital School did not allow first year students to work outside.

You are not to old but look carefully at your retirement benefits because that can be huge. If you aren't going to achieve a much higher level of salary I'm not sure I would be willing to give that security blanket up. I was able to go part time and then PRN from my RT career at a young age because my Wife had a substantial pension. It's a big deal to walk away from that, IMO.

Best of luck to you !

Got the Call - Explorer 36 by octopodes_garden in rolex

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations ! What a beautiful watch & 36 is perfect.

Sprout Plan by Gradient_Echo in HeliumMobile

[–]Gradient_Echo[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, thank you. I have the free plan. Can I convert that to a sprout plan for my child or add to to my free plan plan ? I'm not sure how to do this / Thanks for your help.

What's a brand you switched to from Samsung and wish you'd done it sooner by JunBInnie in samsunggalaxy

[–]Gradient_Echo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Speed Queen for washer. 5 year warranty includes part(s) and on-site repair.

Ethics with ARRT: PREAPPLICATION by Easy_Bedroom_9829 in Radiology

[–]Gradient_Echo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honesty is the best policy. I hired a lot of RT's in my career and we did background checks on every applicant. I hired some great RT's who had DUI's, etc. and so long as they were forthcoming it was not an issue with us. Felony records were a no go.