A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast

About A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast

A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast" is the go-to resource for Radiologic Technologists and Imaging Professionals looking to beat burnout and reclaim their passion. Join us as we explore how to pivot your imaging career, leverage ASRT advocacy, and find new opportunities without leaving the healthcare field. Whether you are a student, a seasoned tech, or looking for your next career move, we provide the connection and insights you need to thrive in medical imaging. Topics covered: Radiology career paths, Rad Tech salary, ASRT volunteer roles, burnout prevention for healthcare workers, medical imaging leadership, and non-clinical radiology jobs, radiologic technology scholarships..

Publisher

Chaundria | Radiology Technologist

Category

business · education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Nov 2020

Latest episode

12 Aug 2026

Latest episodes

151 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   12 Aug 2026

   Mammograms on Wheels: Bringing Health to Philly!

   Learn more about Siemens Healthineers' mobile mammography program here: https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/mammography?stc=ushc220440 (https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/mammography?stc=ushc220440) Imagine a bustling day in Philadelphia where a mobile mammogram machine rolls into an underserved community, bringing health services right to the doorstep of those who need it most. We dive into a heartfelt discussion about the importance of accessibility in healthcare, especially for women who often face barriers when it comes to getting screened for breast cancer. One of our guests shares a touching moment when a woman, after receiving her mammogram, immediately calls her mother, speaking in her native tongue, and urges her community to take action. It’s a powerful reminder that health awareness can spread through personal connections, not just through flashy ads or billboards. As we unpack this story, we highlight how this grassroots approach, fueled by community trust and familial bonds, can lead to a significant impact. This isn’t just about machines; it’s about empowering women and ensuring they know that caring for their health is a priority. Throughout the conversation, we touch on the stories of women who may not have had easy access to mammograms before this initiative. We discuss how this program doesn’t just provide a medical service, but also fosters a sense of community and support. It’s about breaking the stigma and starting conversations—because when one woman tells another to get checked, it creates a ripple effect that can save lives. The episode resonates with a message of hope, community, and the belief that everyone deserves access to vital healthcare services. We're not just talking stats; we're sharing real stories that make you feel the weight of this cause. So, grab a cup of coffee, kick back, and get ready to be inspired by the power of community action and the vital role that mobile health services play in bridging gaps in healthcare access. We promise, it’s a casual chat, but with a serious punchline about why every woman should prioritize her health. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a call to action! Takeaways: Mobile mammogram machines are game-changers, bringing vital services to underserved areas. Community connections are key; one woman’s call sparked a mammogram movement in Philadelphia. Access to healthcare isn't just about machines, it's about people spreading the word. True access means women empowering each other to prioritize their health and wellbeing. mobile mammogram machine, community health, breast cancer awareness, mammogram access, women's health education, preventive healthcare, health equity, community outreach programs, cancer screening, importance of mammograms, cultural communication in healthcare, healthcare access, mobile health units, patient advocacy, community wellness, health disparities, multilingual health communication, breast cancer prevention, healthcare accessibility, local health initiatives

2. 

   3 Aug 2026

   Inside Siemens' Mobile Mammography Unit: What Every Technologist Should Know About the 4.8-Second Scan

   Let me be real with you, this episode is the kind that makes a Mammography and Radiologic Technologist stop and go "wait, what?" I sat down with Karen Anderson, Scientific Marketing Manager and Key Opinion Leader Manager for North American Women's Health at Siemens Healthineers. She's been a mammographer for 37 years and still scans on Saturdays. Karen walked me through how she turned a 3-to-6-month wait at her old breast center into a 3-day turnaround, how she raised $42 million to build a new one from the ground up, and how Siemens' mobile units are now bringing 15-minute screenings, 4.8-second image sweeps, and 50-degree wide-angle tomosynthesis straight into communities that need it most. Sponsored by Siemens Healthineers (https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/mammography?stc=ushc220440) If you're a tech thinking about mammography, mobile imaging, or community health as your next move, this one's for you. Bring a mobile unit to your community → Community Outreach Program link (https://www.siemens-healthineers.com/en-us/mammography?stc=ushc220440) In this episode: How Karen turned a 3-to-6-month mammogram backlog into a 3-day wait, then raised $42 million to expand access even further What actually happens during a 15-minute mobile mammogram, from registration to results Why Siemens' 50-degree wide-angle tomo and 4.8-second scan time matter for image quality and patient comfort How hospitals and health systems can partner with Siemens to bring a mobile mammography unit into their own community Real patient stories from the Philadelphia mobile unit, including a woman too afraid of radiation to get screened, and a man who showed up with a mammogram referral in hand Career advice for technologists considering mammography or mobile/community imaging as their next move Guest: Karen Anderson, Scientific Marketing Manager and Key Opinion Leader Manager for North American Women's Health, Siemens Healthineers. Registered radiologic technologist and mammographer with 37 years of experience, former breast center director who raised $42 million to fund a new facility. Resources mentioned: Learn more about Siemens Healthineers mobile mammography and how to request a unit: PennMedicine.org/MobileMammo MQSA 30-day results reporting standard (referenced in episode) Follow A Couple of Rad Techs: 📸 Instagram: 💼 LinkedIn: 🎵 TikTok: 📧 Newsletter: mobile mammography, mammogram screening, women's health, breast cancer awareness, community health outreach, free mammograms, Philadelphia health initiatives, breast imaging technology, Siemens Healthineers, healthcare access, mammography technologists, early detection breast cancer, mobile health units, patient education mammography, mammography partnerships, healthcare equity, women's health screenings, radiologic technologist career, mammogram process, mobile health programs

3. 

   21 May 2026

   Radiologic Technologist Career Options Nobody Told You About

   Radiologic Technologist Career Options Nobody Told You About Let me ask you something. When you got into imaging, how many doors did somebody show you? If your answer is three — management, travel, or keep scanning — you were working from the same incomplete menu most of us were handed. And that menu has been passed down from director to tech to student for decades. This episode is about what's been sitting in the back of the kitchen the whole time. In this episode: Why the career options most radiologic technologists know are not a reflection of what actually exists — they're a reflection of what the person giving advice was shown Why hospitals were never designed to be your career development center — and what that means for how you plan your next move The full expanded menu: application specialists, clinical education roles, PACS administration, imaging informatics, healthcare sales, leadership tracks that don't require managing people, and travel and per diem strategy done right Why feeling stuck is not a character flaw — it's a curriculum gap How to start investigating roles inside your own institution right now, before you make any big moves Take the free Career Pivot Assessment → here (https://www.ccimagingservices.com/pivot-assessment/) 7 questions. 3 minutes. It shows you exactly where you are and what your next move could look like. Follow A Couple of Rad Techs so you never miss an episode: 📧 Links → www.linktree.com/acoupleofradtechs (www.linktree.com/acoupleofradtechs )

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

23 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 57 / 100

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YouTube

0

Engagement

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