Due to Maine State law, radiologic technology students may not be employed to administer ionizing radiation until they have completed the Program, obtained certification, and obtained licensure.
Diagnostic Medical Sonography students are not regulated under the same Maine laws as radiologic technology students; however, most workplaces do not permit students to work before completing their program. The recommendation of the DMS Program is that DMS students not work in the capacity of a diagnostic medical sonographer until their formal education is complete.
Medical Imaging students may hold other jobs during their health profession education if desired, but the employment must not interfere with their program classes or clinical education.
It is recommended that the students not be employed during the first six months of the Program. Once the student has adjusted to the program's requirements and allocated sufficient study time, they may be better equipped to accommodate outside employment.