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What's brewing in RT and RA legislation, policy, and standards?

AuntMinnie

The ASRT weighed in, telling AuntMinnie.com, "A key issue we continue to face is state legislation designed to weaken or remove licensure for medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals. Existing law, the Radiologic Technology Act, prohibits certain activities.

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OMB Receives 42,000 Comments Supporting Professional Classification for Radiologic Technologists

Imaging Technology

We receive orders from physicians every day that require us to use our advanced knowledge of radiation protection, radiation physics, equipment protocols and much more,” said ASRT President Heather Moore, Ph.D., The response from ASRT members, peer organizations and the general public was incredible. (R)(M),

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American Society of Radiologic Technologists, ASRT, Announces 2024-2025 Board, Launches Public Awareness Campaign

Imaging Technology

Additionally, the organization reported it launched its ASRT “Be Seen” public awareness campaign in late February to raise awareness about the crucial role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient diagnosis, intervention and treatment. ASRT 2024-2025 Board of Directors Daniel DeMaio, M.Ed., Marissa Mangrum, M.S.R.S.,

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Radiology influencers weigh in on possible TikTok ban in U.S.

AuntMinnie

Government banned TikTok on January 19, with the app becoming unavailable for use on the night of January 18. government issued the ban on TikTok due to security concerns. A lot of people have been researching jobs like radiologic technology, nursing, and medical careers. hangs in the balance of whether a U.S.

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