Educational programs in medical technology are located on the following Indiana University campuses: Indiana
University-Purdue University at Indianapolis, Indiana University Medical Center; Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne, Parkview Hospital; Indiana University at Kokomo, St. Joseph Hospital; and Indiana Universiy Northwest at Gary, St. Mary Medical Center.
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following Indiana University campuses: IU at South Bend [contact Dr. Theodore W.
Hengesbach, (219) 237-4260]; IU East at Richmond [contact Dr. Joan Lafuze, (317) 973- 8246]; and IU Southeast at New Albany [contact Dr. Galen Renwick (812) 941-2375].
Description of the Profession Medical technology is a diverse, science-oriented profession aimed at accurate performance of clinical laboratory procedures on biologic samples from patients. The results from these procedures are used by physicians in diagnosing and treating diseases. Some of the tasks that medical technologists perform are listed below:
• Analyses of simple/complex chemical components of body fluids
• Evaluation of cellular components of blood
• Identification of microorganisms as well as their antibiotic susceptibilities
• Preparation of blood components for patient therapy
• Evaluation of new techniques, procedures, instruments.
Technologists continually evaluate the quality of the results from procedures and instruments and solve any problems that relate to
inconsistencies. Excellent communication skills are required so that technologists can interact with other members of the health care team and teach as well as manage individuals under their supervision.
Medical technologists typically work in laboratories located in hospitals, clinics, physician group practices, blood centers, medical research facilities, or medically oriented industries.
Graduates of the Program Students who successfully complete the senior I professional year of the medical technology program and have a baccalaureate degree are eligible to take national certification examinations. Nationally recognized certification is a requirement for employment in many settings.
Credential Required to Practice M.T.(ASCP), Medical Technologist
Licensure Requirements to Practice There is no state licensure in Indiana; however, some states require licensure in addition to or instead of national certification.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE
IN MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY AT INDIANA UNIVERSITY-PURDUE UNIVERSITY AT INDIANAPOLIS Medical Director: Professor Nordschow Program Director: Associate Professor Kasper
Professors: Allen, Bartlett, Feeley, Glick, McCarthy, Moorehead, Neiman, Oei, Ryder, Smith
Associate Professors: Baenziger, Gartner, Hocker, Kasper, Leland, Marler
Assistant Professors: Davis, Dean, Hill, Kotylo, Rodak
EDU CA TI ON AL PROGRAM
Length of Program Medical technology is a four-year baccalaureate degree program that is typically full-time days; however, some part- time day positions are available on the IUPUI campus. The program is structured in a 3 + 1 arrangement in which three years are spent in regular college courses in order to complete prerequisite courses and the fourth year is the senior I professional year. The professional year includes both didactic and clinical experiences.
Description of Program Facilities The Medical Technology Program at IUPUI has program offices, a classroom, and a student laboratory located on the fourth floor of Fesler Hall. Facilities utilized for clinical experiences include University Hospital, Riley Hospital, Wishard Memorial Hospital, and Richard Roudebush Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Accreditation The Medical Technology Program at Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis is fully accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association.
ADMISSION General Information
Students accepted into the program must complete the school's and the following programmatic admission requirements prior to the first day of classes. Admission to the professional program is competitive; therefore, completion of the prerequisites does not guarantee admission to the program.
Criteria Used for Selection of Class Cumulative and science/math grade point average, essay, interview, motivation, and residency.
Class Size The program is accredited to accept 32 students each fall semester.
Specific Requirements
In addition to the School of Allied Health Sciences admission policies found at the beginning of the bulletin, the following admission policies apply to the Medical Technology Program at IUPUI.
Application Deadline December 1 in the year prior to desired entry into senior/professional year.
Total Number of Prerequisite Credit Hours 90 semester hours.
Distribution of Credit Hours in Specific Areas Applicants must complete at least 18 credit hours in the biological sciences and 18 credit hours in chemistry. See prerequisites.
Limitations of Course Work Courses in organic chemistry, microbiology, and immunology must have been taken within the previous six years.
Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Minimum Specific Grade Point Average 2.5 on a 4.0 scale in science and mathematics courses.
Minimum Grade in a Stated Prerequisite Course C (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in science and mathematics courses.
Interview Applicants must complete a one- hour interview. Interviews are scheduled during November and December and include both oral and written components.
Technical Standards See School of Allied Health Sciences policy on technical standards.
Indiana Residents Preference Policy See School of Allied Health Sciences policy.
Volunteer Experience While volunteer experience is not required, it is very helpful in making a career choice.
CURRICULUM Prerequisites
Prior to entering the program, the student must complete the following minimum prerequisites. Students should consult with their academic advisers for appropriate courses and semester sequence in order to complete prerequisites. Prerequisites may be taken at any accredited college or university.
The code (G) indicates a course that meets the school's general-education requirements.
Written Communications (G) ... 2 courses Verbal Communications (G) ... 3 er.
Humanities (G) ... 3 er.
Social-Behavioral Sciences (G) ... 6 er.
Biological Sciences Applicant must complete, by entry date, at least 18 credit hours (or the equivalent) of biology, to include the following courses:
Introductory Biology (G) Microbiology (with lab) Genetics
Human Physiology Immunology
Chemistry Applicant must complete, by entry date, at least 18 credit hours (or the equivalent) of chemistry, to include the following courses:
Qualitative (with lab) (G) Quantitative (with lab) Organic I (with lab)
Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Clinical Chemistry, or Organic II to complete the 18 credit hours.
Mathematics Applicant must complete, by entry date, the following courses:
Mathematics (Algebra/Trigonometry or higher) (G)
Statistics
Suggested Electives While not inclusive or mandatory, the following is a list of suggested elective areas: human anatomy, introduction to computers, medical terminology, and medical microbiology.
Suggested Pinn of Study
The following is a suggested three-year plan of
the prerequisites. Changes in this schedule can
be made. Students should check with their advisers to make sure all of the requirements are being met.
Freshman Fall
English Composition ... 3 er.
Algebra and Trig ... 3 er.
Biology -Plants ... . ... .5 er.
Principles of Chem l (with lab) ... .5 er.
Total ... 16 er.
Spring
Speech Communications or
Interpersonal Comm ... 3 er.
Algebra and Trig ... 3 er.
Biology - Animals ... 5 er.
Principles of Chem. II (with lab) ... .5 er.
Total... ... 16 er.
Sophomore Fall
Organic Chemistry ... 3 er.
Organic Chemistry Lab ... 2 er.
Human Physiology ... .5 er.
Electives ... 6 er.
Total ... 16 er.
Spring
Microbiology (with lab) ... 3-4 er.
Chemistry Elec. ... 3 er. Sociology ... 3 er.
Humanities Electives ... 3 er.
Electives ... 3 er.
Total ... 15(16)cr.
Junior Fall
Immunology ... .3 er.
Genetics ... 3 er.
Electives ... 6 er.
Total ... 12 er.
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Spring
Statistics ... 3 er.
Psychology ... 3 er.
Electives ... 6 er.
Written Comm ... 3 er.
Total. ... 15 er.
Professional Program
Courses in the professional program are sequential and must be taken in the order specified by the program faculty.
Fall
Serology AHL T C409 ... 1 er.
Serology Laboratory AHL T C429 ... 1 er.
Hemostasis AHL T C404 ... 1 er.
Hemostasis Techniques AHLT C424 ... 1 er.
Mycology /Parasitology AHLT C420 ... 2 er.
Urine Analysis AHL T C410 ... 2 er.
Diagnostic Medical Microbiology
AHLT C411 ... 4 er.
Diagnostic Microbiology Laboratory
AHL T C421 ... 2 er.
Total ... 14 er.
Spring
Clinical Chemistry AHL T C406 ... 4 er.
Clinical Chemistry Instrumentation and Methodologies AHL T C426 ... 2 er.
Hematology AHL T C407 ... 2 er.
Hematologic Techniques and Procedures AHLT C427 ... 2 er.
General Externship I AHL T C401 ... 2 er.
General Externship II AHLT C402 ... 2 er.
General Externship Ill AHLT C403 ... 2 er.
Total. ... 16 er.
Summer Session T
Blood Banking AHLT C408 ... .4 er.
Topics in Medical Technology
AHLTC412 ... 2cr.
Total ... 6 er.
Scholarships A limited number are available for accepted students. Contact the program when notified of admission. A limited number of opportunities for part-time employment are available.
Awards Based on academic performance, the program faculty will recommend students for degrees awarded with distinction in
accordance with the school's honors criteria.
The program recognizes one superior student
meeting specific academic performance criteria
for the senior/clinical year with the Medical Technology Academic Achievement Award.
For further information, contact Professor Linda Kasper, Program Director, Medical Technology Program. Telephone (317) 274- 1264.