Employability of BS Radiologic Technology Graduates from 2013 to 2015 as Input to Student Development Program

This study aimed to determine the employability of Radiologic Technology graduates from 2013 to 2015. Descriptive type of research was utilized in the study. Results showed that there are 93.8 percent of the BSRT graduates are gainfully employed locally with regular or permanent status. Majority of them landed a job one (1) to 2 years. Career challenge and relevance of course completed to job assignment are the reasons of the graduates for accepting and staying on the job. Communication and critical thinking skills are considered very useful in most BSRT graduates in meeting the demands of their present job. The value of hard work contributed very much to the job placement of most Radiologic Technology graduate-respondents followed by leadership, perseverance, honesty and love for truth and courage (3.64). Courses in Natural science are considered the number one (1) useful aspect for their employment in terms of General Education while Human Anatomy & Physiology and Radiographic Anatomy & Physiology are considered two of the most relevant professional courses to their present employment.

Keywords: employability, radiologic technology, job placement, student development