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Radiology Personal Statement

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I am a highly motivated and goal-oriented individual with a strong desire to succeed in my career as a radiologic technician. Because I am very motivated, I have a great desire to achieve in this role. According to the "US News Best Career Rankings," this occupation is one of the top 50 best in the healthcare area. This conclusion was obtained after polling over 2,000 workers. I am a candidate that is a good fit for this role since I am precise and pay close attention to the smallest of details. I am well-versed in anatomy and physiology, and I received my degree from a university known for its academic prowess in the field of radiologic technology. According to "The Princeton Review," in order to work as a radiology technologist, an individual …show more content…

These abilities and insights will be useful to me in my future profession as a radiology technologist because they have allowed me to: I've been working as a physician assistant at a primary care clinic that sees a large volume of patients every day since December of 2016. At that time, I received valuable experience dealing with patients, taking vital signs, and maintaining their medical records. In addition, I was in charge of keeping my own medical records. In addition, I've done some volunteer work at a local hospital, which allowed me to witness radiology technicians at work and have a better understanding of the field in which they work. These experiences have not only strengthened my ambition to pursue a career in radiology technology, but they have also given me a better understanding of the information, abilities, and traits required for success in this field. Furthermore, these experiences have provided me with the capabilities I need to pursue a career in radiology …show more content…

Dealing with people who are in pain, terrified, or otherwise fragile is one of the most difficult aspects of working in radiology technology. Despite the fact that I believe I have the emotional strength to deal with these conditions on my own, I am aware that there may be times when I require the assistance or guidance of my coworkers. This is true despite the fact that I am aware that there may be times when I require the assistance or direction of my coworkers. Radiologic technicians that stay up to date on the latest innovations in their industry will be able to deliver the greatest quality of care to their patients while also assisting those patients in acquiring accurate diagnoses and appropriate treatment plans for themselves. This is according to a recent article in "The Princeton Review." As a result, I've vowed to build a strong network of supportive coworkers and mentors to help me overcome these obstacles and continue to improve my knowledge and abilities in the field of radiology

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