RadGuysTalk: Healthcare: Recent Episodes
Matthew Hsu and Charlie Le
We are here to clarify the mysteries surrounding a career in healthcare. We will help guide you towards the right field or just help you advance your career. We are both licensed professionals with years of experience working in a mix of hospital and clinic environments. This has given us a lot of hands-on knowledge in regards to work environment, career expectations, and possible opportunities. Our goal is to inform and entertain with topic discussions, interviews, and current events. Thanks for listening!
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Everyone has a bad day. But overexposing a child with over 1000x the radiation is inexcusable. Find out how a CT tech named Raven drastically increased the radiation exposure of Jacoby Roth and the appalling actions the hospital took after the incident.
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A grandma, a chainsaw, and a treadmill? This episode is all about some memorable healthcare stories. If you have a friend or family member in healthcare and you love listening to their crazy stories, this series fits the bill.
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We'll cover all the types of footwear that work well in healthcare. Everything from Crocs to Running Shoes. Find out what the best type of shoes are for your healthcare career. You'll be surprised what our favorite type is.
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Find out what life is like as a radiation therapist. Radiation therapy can be one of the most mysterious yet rewarding fields in healthcare. Learn about the hidden details of radiation therapy school and what type of program you should apply for. We'll go over some pros and cons of the job and cover why a career in rad therapy can be one of the most financially/emotionally beneficial healthcare careers available today.
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Robert Courtney was a pharmacist that harmed and possibly killed an innumerable amount of people. The records state over 4,000. But, that doesn't include all those deceased and uncounted. Find out how one bad apple in healthcare can destroy the lives of thousands.
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This episode is all about Sammi! Unlike a lot of us, she went straight into radiation therapy with a bachelors degree. Learn about her experience getting into therapy, how she feels about the current state of radiation therapy, and what it is like to be a lead in healthcare. This one's great if you're hoping to step up your healthcare career!
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The second round of our tips series. This one covers ways you can save yourself during emergencies or when you're just picking up long shifts. We'll also cover a great way to save some money as a student and healthcare pro. Thanks for listening!
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RadGuysTalk goes over a couple healthcare myths that can make you look a bit silly in the field. Healthcare is a field full of false or archaic information that quickly spreads around. Don't fall into the web of confusion! It's good to spread knowledge and information. Keep at it and you'll be spouting out non-mythical info like a champ. (we call those "facts")
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Matt breaks down all of the juicy, strange, and somewhat odd details of being a radiologic technologist, or simply, x-ray tech. Like every "Right For You" episode, this one goes more into the education process, daily life, and future possibilities of a radiologic technologist. Find out if the education process and work life fit what you are looking for. Thanks for listening and let us know if you have questions!
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Matt breaks down all of the juicy, strange, and somewhat odd details of being a radiologic technologist, or simply, x-ray tech. Like every "Right For You" episode, this one goes more into the education process, daily life, and future possibilities of a radiologic technologist. Find out if the education process and work life fit what you are looking for. Thanks for listening and let us know if you have questions!
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Everyone that's worked in healthcare long enough has some sort of gross story. Whether it's fecal or bile related, there's always going to be events that leave an impression on you. And your dreams... And soul... Here's some fun and possibly disgusting healthcare stories!
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Charlie goes into detail on the daily aspects of being a nuke med tech. If you're interested in becoming a part of the field or curious to know what the career is about, this episode is your answer. It's easy to Google the basics. We'll give you the details you can only find by working in the field.
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Learn about the details of nursing! Jeremy's been an RN for a few years now and has worked in multiple departments now. Find out why he switch out of the emergency department, what to expect working different shifts, and what the day to day life of a new RN is like.
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Everyone's walked through a recent crop dusting by a close friend or tried to hold their breath while using a portable restroom. Healthcare workers are blessed with the joy of experiencing much more dynamic, gut churning smells. In this episode, we'll give you some tips and tricks to cover up some of the most common and smelly smells in healthcare.
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This is one of the most important episodes we've had so far! Healthcare is a physically demanding job. One of the most dangerous aspects of healthcare is performing patient transfers. In this episode we cover ways to prevent injury and be more efficient during a patient transfer. Some of these tips can only be discovered by becoming a seasoned healthcare worker. We'll give you a head start when it comes to your safety and the safety of the patient. Take care everyone.
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We'd like to welcome Colton to our first ever interview! He's a CNA that is working to become a physicians assistant (PA). Colton has held many positions with his CNA license. Including being a transporter and front office worker. He has gathered the skills needed to become a PA and is currently in the application process. Learn about what it is like to be a CNA and find some insight into the PA application process. Thanks again Colton for being on the show! We believe in you!Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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Everyone has a bad day. This is especially true for any patient you may encounter. It is rare when we see people at their best. It's up to us to encourage and support them during their struggle. Learn how to help difficult patients through hard times and how to easily de-escalate a problematic situation.Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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This one's for all of the students returning from winter break. If you're an aspiring healthcare worker or already in the belly of the beast, we're here to help you out! School's tuff, especially in healthcare. In this episode we cover different ways to keep on truckin'.Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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We're chatting about our goals for 2023! We picked three categories to talk about: our professional careers, this podcast, and our personal goals. Join us and let us know what your goals are for the upcoming year. Thanks to everyone that has supported us in 2022. Let's make 2023 another great one!Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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In this episode we talk about common injuries in healthcare and preventing injury for healthcare workers. We will also recommend some exercises to help ensure you stay healthy and on the job.Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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Should you work in an ambulatory care facility? (fancy term for clinic) Maybe a hospital would suit you better. In this episode we compare the two and give you an idea of what it's like to work in both. Both of us chose differently and you don't have to just choose one or the other!
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Should you work in an ambulatory care facility? (fancy term for clinic) Maybe a hospital would suit you better. In this episode we compare the two and give you an idea of what it's like to work in both. Both of us chose differently and you don't have to just choose one or the other!Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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Get some tips and tricks to nail your healthcare program interview. You've made it through the paper process. Now's the time to really stand out from the rest.Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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Healthcare is a dynamic field and there is never a time when one facility works exactly the same as another. It can be difficult to know the department norms when you’re just starting out. This is especially true if you’re on externship. Today’s episode will help you navigate through the intricate and delicate state of being the new hire. If you liked these tips or even tried them out, let us know. We love to hear stories about people’s first day, or year.Show Notes: radguystalk.com
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The second half of our first two part episode! It's all about the most important thing about healthcare.
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It's a dense one this time around. Our first two part episodes are about what your expected wage will be, one of the most important aspects of healthcare, and the best reason to become a healthcare worker.
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This one's all about Charlie! Learn about his journey into nuclear medicine and tips on the field. Like many others, he didn't take a direct path. It took some time, but he's now in a career he loves. Hopefully this episode can help you find out if nuclear medicine is right for you.
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This episode is for anyone starting their healthcare education! We discuss the ins and outs of healthcare schools. Where you get your healthcare license. How to determine if a school is good or not. What steps you should take to apply to a healthcare program. Even how to begin shadowing healthcare professionals. If you're perplexed by the intricacies of healthcare programs or just needed a place to start researching a healthcare career, this episode is for you!
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If you couldn't tell, this episode is all about Matt! Learn about how he became an x-ray tech and transitioned into radiation therapy. Follow his healthcare scholastic journey and learn from his mistakes! Thanks for listening.
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There are many occupations within healthcare. Much more than we can discuss at length in this episode alone but generally they can be divided into three main categories: supporting staff, professionals, management.
A casual introduction to who we are and how we plan to guide you through a healthcare career. Learn a little about our work experience in healthcare. Thanks for starting this journey with us!