work day in the life (xray tech training into CT + MRI)

[@JennaHong]

I’m so appreciative you go into detail about X-ray stuff, it helps expose so many people to what industries are out there for those still figuring out their careers 💕 it’s so interesting to me and I literally work in accounting 😂

[@JuliaKristine]

I love learning about other people's careers too! 😊

[@landrewmackinnon4888]

"expose" so many people. Red flag words to a tech. Bahaha

[@toriobryan9289]

as a CT tech it’s so nice to see aesthetically pleasing work vlogs from our field

[@nomylearnspalestine]

🍪

[@Justinscottt]

My mom was a radiology tech and became a director of the radiology department at her hospital. We love watching your videos because it reminds her of when she first graduated her program !!

[@x18592]

that’s dope she became her departments head! did she need a bachelors for that position?

[@katied1221]

I’m waiting for acceptance into my radiology tech program and watching your videos makes me so excited to get started!!! 💜

[@JuliaKristine]

So excited for you! Wishing you luck!

[@CarterSullivan]

oh man i'm LOVING all the work vlogs girl!!! i find it so interesting to hear about other parts of healthcare!!! never stop with these!!!

[@JuliaKristine]

Thank you so much!!! 🥺🤍

[@FieryRedDonkeyOfHell]

Leaving EMS, looking for the next step. This video got me at the first 45 seconds. Can't remember the last time I had a chill morning getting ready for work. Usually the radio goes off, I swear and have a mental breakdown, then I rush out the door.

[@JuliaKristine]

I’m sorry you’re not enjoying the field you’re in! Radiology is a great field since there are so many opportunities for advancement (CT, MRI, interventional, etc). Wishing you luck and success!

[@whatshappening17]

I love hearing about your work days, I was actually thinking about starting my own channel documenting my nuc med journey! Super glad to hear about your better IV experience, I don't know that I'd be able to recover from a traumatic experience like that lol

[@JuliaKristine]

You totally should!

[@RASHASA1237]

YOUR VIDEOS MAKES ME FEEL SO COMFORTABLE AND ITS A RAINING DAY!!! BE BLESSED!!!

[@JuliaKristine]

Thanks for watching!

[@elegantwalker]

Thank you very much for this. I have found several sonography and radiology techs and it has been very helpful to decide my next career move.

[@JuliaKristine]

Wishing you luck in your career journey! :)

[@JennaHong]

also I love you so much 🥺 I will never get over that you watch my videos always, it’s such a jaw dropping moment for me 😭❤️

[@sonayasingh5851]

I can’t wait to graduate from X-ray school in may

[@JuliaKristine]

I’m excited for you!!

[@CrisGarcia6]

Hope it all goes well at work Tori. Remember, you are amazing

[@brittanytrull]

so proud of you for nailing the IV's hehe also love that we both are still addicted to the fruit pebbles creamer - its seriously THE best

[@JuliaKristine]

Thank youuuu! 🥰 I’m literally so addicted because of you

[@jacquelinerodriguez6868]

I loved watching your scans!!

[@JuliaKristine]

thanks for watching!

[@celesteguerra9457]

I’d love to see what you prepare for lunch or breakfast ideas! I’m currently in x ray school and some food gets repetitive! Love all your videos especially seeing your beautiful plants✨

[@JuliaKristine]

I’m really bad, but I don’t really eat breakfast! I tend to eat something small around 10, so I’ll have a quick protein/breakfast bar or banana. I can definitely show some lunch ideas though ☺️

[@laurahidalgo8772]

Girl, you are so inspiring! Loved this! ✨

[@rachaelwagner6502]

i LOVE the work day in the life videos!!!

[@JuliaKristine]

Aw I’m so glad! 🥰

[@triceehtx9007]

Do you have to go back to school to train into CT, MRI? I’m about to go to school for X-Ray tech and also want to venture out into those later on.

[@JuliaKristine]

Nope! There are MRI programs in the US, but there weren’t any near me. I just did on-the-job training :)

[@Alh003]

What made you want to do X-ray instead of sonography? I’m applying to both programs in May and wanted your advice/input on each. Also how are you able to do IV draws? That’s so interesting for an X-ray tech!!!

[@JuliaKristine]

There was only one sonography program around me and it was super competitive to be accepted into. I just wasn’t as interested in sonography too ☺️ there is an online sonography program through Burwin that you can complete after getting registered in radiography! I’m a CT technologist, so that’s why I start IVs!

[@carissastephens9716]

I love the idea about the coffee maker . A total money saver for sure and I love iced coffee so that makes sense!! Thank you

[@JuliaKristine]

I’ve been loving making it this way ☺️ I really should get a big pitcher for it!

[@Voidzlover]

Cute video. I am trying to figure out if I should train in CT or MRI. Which one do you like better?

[@JuliaKristine]

I enjoy MRI the most!

[@Lobi10879]

I’m so glad I found this channel. I’m planning on becoming a Radiologist but I want to be a Rad Tech first. 😍

[@JuliaKristine]

Awesome! Good luck with your schooling!

[@morty6737]

@@JuliaKristine if someone would want to do that, do they work as a tech while going to school?

[@JuliaKristine]

@@morty6737 A Radiologist is a medical doctor, and requires 13+ years of school, so more than likely you wouldn't have the time to work in xray and be in medical school. I've worked with 20+ Radiologists and not a single one of them worked in xray as a technologist prior to their schooling (which, of course, doesn't mean there aren't people who have done this, it's just not common)

[@naderzaal6209]

Not worth wasting time to go into a Rad Tech program when you know you want to become a radiologist.

[@MrHermangv]

I know a radiologist that’s was a ct tech and now I ct tech that is going into med school, I wouldn’t say uncommon tbh

[@analoza8877]

i inspire to be you in a few years

[@Bitten_fish]

Sooo

[@jennygracefully]

That’s a nice coffee hack! Buying the large Starbucks iced coffee can be expensive, so definitely gonna try that out.

[@JuliaKristine]

It definitely adds up! You could also buy a big pitcher to keep it in!

[@sharlenew2714]

How does the fruity pebbles creamer taste? Always wanted to taste it but didn’t want to waste an entire bottle in case it was nasty.

[@JuliaKristine]

It was my favorite creamer ever! I’ve never been able to find it again since this video in 2021 😭

[@HannahGrier-q7l]

This is off topic, but I saw that you had your nails done. Do certain facilities allow nail polish where you're located? the hospitals I'm at for college say that I can't have any, and if I do it has to be clear polish.

[@JuliaKristine]

Every facility has different rules

[@daisyy5914]

This is my dream job. I’m a senior in HS & I just have no idea where to start or major in

[@JuliaKristine]

There are a few options! 1) a community college that has a Radiologic Technology program for general x-ray (some have opportunites to learn modalities), then cross train to CT/MRI after graduation *this is what I did!* 2) attend a university with a Radiologic Sciences program (some have opportunities to learn CT/MRI and some don't. If they don't have this option, you would cross train after graduation) 3) attend an MRI school, then cross-train to CT after!

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

Great work day in the life video and Happy Weekend, Julia!❤️❤️

[@JuliaKristine]

Have a good weekend!

[@ervinsmoviecorner8748]

You're welcome!

[@megan.johnson]

sooo aesthetic

[@alexsandstrom7047]

Girl how do you make your coffee? I’m sick of going through drive throughs every day and I’m intrigued the last couple vids on how you make yours

[@JuliaKristine]

Around 8:13 I showed the coffee pot I use! I'll link it for you! I bought mine at Costco. I do 7 heaping scoops (I use the black scoop that came with my coffee pot) with 14 cups of water, press the bold button, and brew! 😊

[@karinalemos4529]

your channel is awesome!!

[@JuliaKristine]

Aw you’re sweet!

[@gabbywarren3369]

How did you like shadowing the ultrasound? I start ultrasound school in 2 months!!

[@JuliaKristine]

That's so exciting! Congratulations! Ultrasound isn't my modality of choice, but it was still fun to shadow in! My mom is a sonographer and she loves it!

[@Rainbow_1312]

4:27 did u drop the soap cup in there on purpose??

[@JuliaKristine]

Yep! I do it so the cap stays clean and doesn’t build up with detergent. If you read the back of the large tide bottles, it says “To clean out cap, toss it in the wash with your load.”

[@eleanorc7711]

I loved this and the work vlogs!

[@mariamangion21]

I always look forward to your videos! Happy weekend 😍

[@JuliaKristine]

Have an amazing weekend!

[@luzarzayus8532]

I love your work vlogs

[@JuliaKristine]

thank you so much!

[@monaariana1498]

Did you have to go to school to get the separate MRI/CT licenses or did you just get trained?

[@JuliaKristine]

I had to get a degree in radiologic technology first and then I did on-the-job training for CT and MRI. There are MRI programs out there, too!

[@taurea2073]

What’s your hair routine? & it’s always snowing or raining when i watch your videos lolll💘

[@JuliaKristine]

I'll show it in my next vlog that's going live today @ 10AM CST 😊 hahah love the indecisive spring weather!

[@societl]

i just turned 18 and my local mercy hospital is doing a job for a ct assistant, i’ll be able to apply as soon as i graduate high school, do you think I should or is it a good job in general?

[@JuliaKristine]

that sounds like a great job if you're interested in the field!

[@rubimontes7415]

I’m really interested in this field I just graduated high school and i’m completely lost on how to start would you mind telling me how i can start to become an X-Ray tech

[@JuliaKristine]

www.jrcert.org/find-a-program/ I’d recommend searching for a JRCERT accredited rad tech program!

[@MsCankersore]

Oh thanks for reminding me I had to laundry lol

[@JuliaKristine]

lol

[@gabbywarren3369]

Girl Your hair!😍😍

[@JuliaKristine]

aw you're so sweet!

[@savini3301]

That’s an old CT!

[@JuliaKristine]

Haha yes it was! we got a new one a month later

[@eliana58]

I love this, but did you... just wash your detergent cap...?

[@JuliaKristine]

yes, it’s recommended on the back of the bottle! hahah it tells you to do that so you don’t get build-up in the cap

[@simplyboppingK]

this is random but when do you find time to charge your apple watch?

[@JuliaKristine]

I put it on the charger before I go to bed every night! I never sleep with it on

[@simplyboppingK]

@@JuliaKristine I thought so, I just know some people sleep with it on and I've never really done that.

[@JuliaKristine]

@@simplyboppingK I've tried it once, but I took it off in my sleep 😂

[@danielaleyva4378]

Hi! Im interested in this field i was wondering if you can work as a rad tech/mri/ or ct tech internationally?

[@maggiehayes8655]

I’m very interested in applying to a rad tech program near me, I wanted to know if you worked with needled before you went into CT?

[@JuliaKristine]

yes we went over phlebotomy in my rad tech program and then I also did phlebotomy when I worked in my first xray job!

[@deserecaldwell240]

Hello, I would like to know what is it hard an x-ray school because I’m about to get into it. I’ve been in college for three years and I want to know if it’s actually hard or is adorable what is the challenges that will be facing if that’s OK to ask you and to see what I’m up to

[@Emilysmith2001-o5p]

Do you have to get certified in ct and mri, or can you just do on the job training? Sorry if you’ve answered this before I’m new to your channel 😃

[@JuliaKristine]

It depends on the state and if you work in a hospital or private clinic, but I always recommend getting registered. I’m doing on-the-job training and then will take my ARRT registry once I meet the didactic credit requirements and content specification credentials!

[@sakshidhiman2527]

Plz rply. I did diploma in medical radiology and imaging technology from India now I wanna move canda on spouse visa what job i get in canda nd how much they paid can i get job there without taking any course or exam or We have to give exam plz tell

[@MakeupBySavannahXO]

LOVE

[@ajyj4987]

As an MRI tech are you able to wear scrubs with a metal zipper?

[@JuliaKristine]

Yes

[@rainserenity6852]

Why did you throw the laundry measuring cup in with the laundry?

[@JuliaKristine]

Yes the back of the Tide bottle says to do so

[@kaileycody5668]

can you just train to get into CT/MRI? or do you have to go to school? i’m curious because i’m looking into doing the same thing!

[@JuliaKristine]

Yes, but you have to follow the ARRT post-primary pathway guidelines www.arrt.org/pages/earn-arrt-credentials/initial-requirements/postprimary-requirement CT is only a post-primary pathway, while MRI can be a primary or a post-primary pathway. Radiography is my primary pathway

[@kelsl96]

Hi! Do you ever deal with vomit? I am thinking of becoming a rad tech but I struggle with vomit (nothing else really bothers me) so I’m just curious. Thank you!

[@JuliaKristine]

Unfortunately yes!

[@maybematlin]

@@JuliaKristineHi Julia! Just out of curiosity, how do you deal with vomit and other bodily fluids when the situation arises?

[@JuliaKristine]

@@maybematlin It doesn’t bother me! 😬 the only thing that bothers me is phlegm and I just power through and get the job done

[@shiwaliverma2171]

Hy mam, I completed my Bsc degree MRIT from India . Now I moving to USA . I want to ask Is that degree acceptable in usa to get a job ..

[@morty6737]

Please, advice. I want to do this and also help for CT scans and MRI. Would I just do my prerequisites and then my x-ray thing before CT and MRI? Why do you do what you do? Is it fun moving the machines? Do you have some time off? A predictable schedule? What about your friends? Sorry for many questions. Do you think I could interview you somehow ? I'm 17 and so interested but I apologize if I breach border

[@JuliaKristine]

Each program is very different, so I only know from my own experience - I took all of my program's pre-requisites at the community college, applied, and got accepted. The general rad tech program I attended was 21 months straight, and I graduated with an AAS in Radiologic Technology. I then took my ARRT boards shortly after graduation and worked as an x-ray tech at a clinic for a year, and then got a job position where I'm now cross-training into CT/MRI. I'm utilizing the ASRT CT and MRI Basics learning modules to learn the didactic side. After I get all of my required exams documented for CT and MRI, I'll take the two separate ARRT boards exams to become registered in both modalities. Keep in mind, there are multiple pathways you can take to get to the same outcome of working in CT and MRI. CT is considered a post-primary pathway, so you need to be registered in a primary pathway to train (my primary is Radiography). MRI is both a primary and post-primary, so if you wanted to search for an MRI program, that would be an option for you. The ARRT's website has a lot of information about this.

[@gr4237]

@@JuliaKristine how do you document the exams? Is it on their site?

[@JuliaKristine]

@@gr4237 I document them at the end of the day I complete them on the ARRT website!

[@naderzaal6209]

MRI tech here. Good luck!

[@JuliaKristine]

Thank you!

[@anaeliboza]

Love your videos 😍

[@JuliaKristine]

aw thank you so much!

[@brookekoble8865]

do you have to deal with needles in both MRI and CT, or just MRI?

[@brookekoble8865]

love your videos by the way- so informative and helpful! there's not much on youtube about this field.

[@JuliaKristine]

Both MRI and CT! Thank you so much!

[@jamesm.3967]

That was really fun watching you brush your teeth😮

[@JuliaKristine]

That was really fun reading your sarcastic comment!

[@gr4237]

Do you know of a online program where I can get certified into MRI?

[@Mazda1005]

Where do you get the copper moon coffee!

[@JuliaKristine]

Home Goods or TJ Maxx!

[@florenciaa5933]

Love it 💘

[@kaitlynmaximuk3993]

What kind of nails do you get done?

[@JuliaKristine]

Gel on my natural nails

[@AlohaSissi]

This was so interesting, thanks for sharing

[@JuliaKristine]

thanks for watching!

[@deborakoike3772]

I love your vlog so much 🥰 and you remember me JJ from criminal minds hahaha 💟

[@JuliaKristine]

Aw thank you! I’ve never seen that show!

[@musicdance7852]

Does being a X-ray tech have to be worry about being exposed to radiation ? I heard that it causes cancer, infertility, and etc.

[@peloc5660]

Following this question

[@jessicahamilton3531]

i need a monstera albo update soon!!!

[@JuliaKristine]

yes!!! I will soon 😊 I’m planning to check the root growth possibly this weekend and decide when it’s ready to pot into soil!

[@ritaf.474]

Love your vids, watching since I was a first year and now I’m about to graduate ☺️❤️ do you have any advice for someone who’s about to have an interview for CT + MRI? I’m super nervous but this is something my heart really wants so praying for the best 🙏🏼 I’d appreciate any advice you’d have on interviewing for these modalities ☺️

[@JuliaKristine]

Hii! That is so exciting - congratulations! Before any interview, I always search common interview questions and practice preparing answers so I'm not as nervous! You've got this :)

[@artisticlife3910]

Mam in which city do you live ?

[@asianboy2177]

Can a Radiologic Technologist only pick one modality or is it required in hospitals to operate different kinds of modalities?

[@JuliaKristine]

Depends where you work. Small hospitals sometimes require their xray techs to cross train

[@shavonreliford6973]

Thank you

[@lionsclub2590]

Hi my from is india and my degree here it will be valid in usa ?plz ans me mem

[@JuliaKristine]

No - you have to be ARRT registered in the US in order to work/practice

[@deshawndabrooks5060]

What state do you live in

Can you go aroud your department? I am also X ray technician, from Vietnam

[@dannychapman2912]

People will be kicking themselves in few weeks if they miss the opportunity to buy and invest in bitcoin.

[@norarose972]

he has really made a good name for himself

[@anastasiagrover9141]

@@norarose972 he's obviously the best invested 2000USD with him and 9 I made a profit of 9101USD

[@mollyjordan6905]

He,s stories are everywhere 😱

[@vickireynolds7517]

I tried trading on my own but it only left chasing shadows

[@beverlybaker5234]

@Cheryl Westwood Trading without a professional like Expert William Ava is like gambling with your money

[@ep_aesthetics5917]

On a scale 1-10 , how happy are you right now? Weird question I know haha.

[@kab2591]

What does your tattoo mean ?

[@JuliaKristine]

Which one haha

[@kab2591]

@@JuliaKristine the X on your wrist. But I guess any of them!

[@JuliaKristine]

@@kab2591 in a short story, the X represents a friend who passed away

[@kab2591]

@@JuliaKristine thank you for sharing ❤️

[@maggiebranch9296]

Hey Julia

[@ariannastrzyzewski4729]

Hold on, X-ray techs deal with IV's?????? Man, I just wanna work in a hospital without handling needles

[@collegelifeofderrick5135]

She handles IV because she is cross training mri and CT. They handle IV’s the most.

[@JuliaKristine]

Rad Techs are required to learn venipuncture. It’s a requirement for the ARRT boards exam

[@afroboy-akaspanishboy3685]

I’m probably the only guy in the comment section. Lol shit I was gonna say you look like you got a good lifestyle and a nice apartment as a rad tech + CT, MRI. Would you say a clinic pays more than a hospital for somebody starting off.

[@JuliaKristine]

Pay at a clinic vs. hospital is super similar, but it will also depends what state you live in. Overnight hospital shifts tend to make more. CT and MRI pay is higher than general xray

[@shrutebuck11]

Damn u actually get a lunch? lol they must love you

[@ceegee2509]

Do you work in a clinic ?

[@JuliaKristine]

Yes! It’s a private/independent imaging facility

[@Brobro12321]

Are you still doing phlebotomy?

[@JuliaKristine]

Nope! I don't work at that clinic anymore. My new facility is solely an imaging clinic, so I do start IVs.

[@alixander9401]

Is this hard???

[@JuliaKristine]

I don't think so, but that's kind of subjective to each person's experience

[@aleeshavan6407]

Am I crazy or did you just put the plastic cup in the washer too?😂

[@JuliaKristine]

yes!!! hahah I saw the hack on tiktok and then read it on the back of the bottle/the top of the cap!

[@aleeshavan6407]

@@JuliaKristine omg whatt I didn’t know you could do that!

[@aleeshavan6407]

@@JuliaKristine also love your channel I’m 17 thinking about being an xray tech not sure yet though 😅

[@mfendel8461]

I don’t think that was enough creamer

[@JuliaKristine]

I don’t think I could sense your sarcasm enough. Good thing you’re not drinking it?

[@luzgon]

This is kind of random but when do u find time to be with your bf. On weekends? Just wondering because he's rarely in your vlogs haha.

[@JuliaKristine]

I don’t share him in videos because I prefer to keep my relationship private 😊 A lot of people do this! He’s actually shown in this video haha

[@davidparnell4675]

Hi julia!

[@vanessamorales168]

Is it hard to be pregnant with being a X-ray tech?

[@JuliaKristine]

I'd imagine any job would be strenuous during pregnancy, but I've never been pregnant to say haha. Hopefully someone who has experienced this can better answer your question!

[@ronaldyeater3322]

Hello. This is embarrassing. Have you seen men wearing pantyhose for mri? Once I get them off I need help putting on. Which I don't want to happen. Tyvm

[@Nat-rw2ql]

You’re allowed to have fake nails?

[@JuliaKristine]

Acrylics are fake nails. I’m wearing gel which is allowed. Also, those policies entirely depend where you work.

[@TransparencyBodycam]

How many boyfriends have you had?

[@Andi-fk8vs]

I miss working as a Rad Tech. I’m still working for my licensure here in Canada 🥲

[@JuliaKristine]

Ah! Wishing you luck with the rest of that process!