Rad techs get good press in roughrider country

Earlier this month, the Dickinson Press in North Dakota spotlighted the contributions radiology technologists make to healthcare in a longish yet light-reading piece that’s worth a look.

Among the techs the news outlet spoke with is Zach Hollingshead, an x-ray professional with the CHI St. Alexius Health system.

“I worked at a desk job once, and I just like being around people,” Hollingshead says. “I just really like what I do. I enjoy helping people, and I like x-rays. I’m really interested in the body and bones.”

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Dave Pearson

Dave P. has worked in journalism, marketing and public relations for more than 30 years, frequently concentrating on hospitals, healthcare technology and Catholic communications. He has also specialized in fundraising communications, ghostwriting for CEOs of local, national and global charities, nonprofits and foundations.

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