I am an 88L looking to reclass to xray tech. ive heard that you need to have prior combat medic experience to get this. ive also heard this mos is pretty much out, due to civilians being contracted for many of the positions. are these statements true? not already being in the hs branch who from branch could i contact for more info?

there is no way im listening to the re-up personel where im stationed....im getting my seconds opinions first.

Never heard of any other those qualifications, but here's the official ones:

Radiology specialists (68P) must possess the following qualifications:
(1) A physical demands rating of moderately heavy.
(2) A physical profile of 222221.
(3) Qualifying scores.
(a) A minimum score of 110 in aptitude area ST in Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) tests administered prior to 2 January 2002.
(b) A minimum score of 107 in aptitude area ST on ASVAB tests administered on and after 2 January 2002 and prior to 1 July 2004.
(c) A minimum score of 106 in aptitude area ST on ASVAB tests administered on and after 1 July 2004.
(4) One year of Algebra “C” grade or higher (9th grade or above).
(5) Normal color perception and normal vision with or without corrective lens.
(6) Females must not be pregnant.
(7) No history of a felony conviction.
(8) No history of conviction of crimes involving:
(a) Any weapons/ammunition/explosives/arson charges.
(b) Any drug activity involving illegal possession, buying, selling or distribution (dealing) of controlled substances or synthetics.
(c) Violence against persons or property.
(d) Sexual misconduct.
(9) Formal training (completion of MOS 68P course conducted under the auspices of the AMEDDC&S) mandatory or meet the ACASP criteria per paragraph 9-5b(5)(b) of this pamphlet and in paragraphs (a) and (b) below.
(a) Have successfully completed a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited radiography program or documented equivalent and be certified/registered in medical radiography (radiologic technology) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or an unrestricted state license to operate radiation producing equipment. A limited state license or permit does not qualify.
(b) Proficiency training must be performed under the supervision of a radiologist (AOC 61Q or 61R) or an NCO qualified in MOS 68P.

So are you saying that there is a posibilty to reclass to xray tech. Because i have spoken to two retention NCO's and they have both told me that the mos is closed. I meet and exceed the criteria above and would really love to have this job. Any clarification you can provide would be very much appreciated. By the way my PMOS is 92A

I was simply spelling out the official prequisites for sPcHat.

68P is a balanced MOS and the likelihood of you reclassifying to this are slim to none, but HRC is the ultimate approval/disapproval authority.

LogisticikPimP, what is your rank?

My rank is SPC non P. I hold a GT of 121 and the lowest score i have is in MECH which is 118. I have two years of algebra and one of geometry. Is there something that I can do better my chances? Since this will determine me staying in or ETS'ing.

There's nothing you can do to better your chances if you already meet all the prerequisites.

Have your Career Counselor request this MOS and if there is an opening and a school date available and the strengths support this (which they do not currently), you'll get this MOS.

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"(a) Have successfully completed a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited radiography program or documented equivalent and be certified/registered in medical radiography (radiologic technology) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or an unrestricted state license to operate radiation producing equipment. A limited state license or permit does not qualify"

so i am to understand i need prior training and experiece with radiologic equipment and procedures....lmao...my shots out the window! oh well...NEXT!

sPcHat,

You need to read (9) again. The word "or" is in there for people who already meet the ACASP (Army Civilian Acquired Skills Program) criteria.
Since you do not meet the ACASP criteria, AIT would be mandatory.

That is of course, you even had the chance of getting this MOS.

Exactly! Good information, SFC Ortiz. (Welcome back too)