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ASRT reports enrollment increases in radiologic technologist programs

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has published results from its 2024 enrollment survey, showing that the number of new students enrolled increased compared with 2023.

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Radiologic technologists are uncomfortable with managing imaging exams remotely

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MARCH 6, 2024

Over 71% of those polled have reservations about serving as the primary tech when working off-site, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists reports.

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SDMS Foundation names 2025 emerging leaders cohort

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The program is sponsored by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and provides a variety of leadership education opportunities, according to the SDMS. The Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS) Foundation has announced the cohort for its 2025 SDMS Foundation Emerging Leaders Program.

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ASRT report highlights enrollment growth in technologist programs

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 6, 2025

Student interest in radiologic technology education programs is on the rise, suggest survey findings published by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT). These students entered programs approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

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Calif. exemption changes nuclear medicine tech scope of practice

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 10, 2025

Following a review of the current certified nuclear medicine technologists education, training, and experience requirements of nationally recognized certification organizations (such as the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board), the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) granted (..)

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Celebrate Rad Tech Week: Honoring Radiologic Technologists and Tips for Hiring the Best Talent

Vesta Teleradiology

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Every November, Radiologic Technology Week celebrates the vital role radiologic technologists play in patient care and diagnostics. This annual event recognizes the hard work and dedication of radiologic technologists (RTs) who operate imaging technology to aid in accurate diagnoses and treatments. vacancy rate.

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State convenes task force to address radiologic technologist shortages

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

“The shortage is not just specific to Connecticut. It’s all over the place,” said Bernadette Mele, MBA, the group's co-chair.

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Billionaire Mike Bloomberg puts up $250M to open healthcare high schools for training radiologic technologists

Radiology Business

JANUARY 17, 2024

The first institutions are slated to open this year via health system partnerships in Boston, Charlotte, Dallas and Houston.

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GE HealthCare, NVIDIA team up to develop autonomous AI

AuntMinnie

MARCH 18, 2025

The goal of the new partnership is to utilize AI to alleviate the growing burden placed on radiologic technologists, sonographers, and radiologists. As part of an expanded relationship, GE HealthCare will utilize NVIDIAs new Issac for Healthcare platform to develop AI-enabled x-ray and ultrasound systems.

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Rural hospital system offering $20,000 sign-on bonuses to attract radiologic technologists

Radiology Business

OCTOBER 20, 2023

“It’s eye-opening, but not surprising,” one healthcare staffing expert said about the hospital system's unusual employment offer.

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Siemens and ASRT launch global training program

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 23, 2025

Siemens Healthineers and the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) have launched a global training program for radiologic technologists in low- and middle-income countries. The first initiative under the partnership will focus on training 50 radiographers from Ukraine.

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Surging demand prompts school to resurrect long-dormant radiologic technologist program

Radiology Business

AUGUST 22, 2023

Midland College discontinued its rad tech offerings more than a decade ago amid declining enrollment and increasing costs.

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Burnout propelling radiologic technologists to seek temporary ‘travel’ assignments

Radiology Business

MAY 26, 2023

About 70% of those surveyed said workplace fatigue influenced their decision “a great deal” or “a lot," AMN Healthcare reported.

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Michigan adds requirements for medical imaging equipment operators

AuntMinnie

JUNE 6, 2024

The new rules now in effect in Michigan help ensure that only medical radiologic technologists with the appropriate education and training can operate medical imaging equipment, according to an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) legislative update.

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Rad tech groups propose creating new entry-level role to relieve radiology staffing shortages

Radiology Business

JULY 16, 2024

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists is suggesting hiring “imaging medical aides” to support techs and bolster the pipeline of new professionals.

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School resurrecting its radiologic technologist program after 13 years due to surging demand

Radiology Business

AUGUST 22, 2023

Midland College discontinued its rad tech offerings more than a decade ago amid declining enrollment and increasing costs to run the program.

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ASRT doubles down on workforce plan in 2025

AuntMinnie

JANUARY 17, 2025

American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) leaders plan to launch by mid-year the first phase of an action plan that they hope will increase the medical imaging and radiation therapy workforce in the U.S. Consensus committee workgroups are focusing on sustainable action, the ASRT said.

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The rate of unfilled radiation therapy positions is on the rise

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

As part of efforts to address staffing shortages, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists is holding a virtual career fair focused on radiation therapy jobs on Sept.

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PA Association for Sonographers cofounder talks goals

AuntMinnie

MARCH 24, 2025

It was her venture into education and speaking at a Pennsylvania Society of Radiologic Technologists meeting that led her to work on establishing the Pennsylvania Association for Sonographers. She also has six years of experience as a research sonographer at the University of Pittsburgh and is an echocardiography instructor at Mt.

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NIH: Occupational radiation dose to RTs needs careful monitoring

AuntMinnie

APRIL 12, 2024

Occupational doses to radiologic technologists imparted by assistance with fluoroscopically-guided interventional procedures are generally low, but they do need careful monitoring , a team of National Institute of Health (NIH) researchers has found. mSv) and performing more than 20 of the procedures per month (median 0.75

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What Character Traits Make A Great Lead Radiology Technologist?

RadsResident

JANUARY 7, 2023

So, what are the lead radiology technologist critical roles at your imaging center or hospital? An Approachable Lead Radiology Technologist In the game of medicine, personality is key. If a colleague needs a sick day, they should not fear approaching their lead technologist for the possibility of retribution.

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Analysis: Allied radiology professionals generate millions of dollars per year in indirect revenues alone

Radiology Business

JUNE 25, 2024

General radiology technologists taking humble X-rays and working under contract directly boost their organizations’ bottom lines by $626,825 per year.

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Body composition analysis, MRI safety topped 2024's most read articles

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 20, 2024

We also noted that radiologic technologists (RTs) had an average base salary of $92,000, up from 2022's $85,238. The South Atlantic region was next, with an average base salary of $507,000. The New England region was the lowest, with an average base salary of $369,000.

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

AuntMinnie

APRIL 22, 2024

A range of federal and state legislation and other developments in the works could have a significant impact on radiologic technologists and registered radiology assistants, either supporting and strengthening these professions or weakening them. For CT and MRI procedures where injected contrast media is ordered, ".

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Penn. bill will change licensing rules for medical imaging personnel

AuntMinnie

JULY 26, 2024

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) said it supports a new Pennsylvania bill that requires licensing of medical imaging professionals, radiation therapists, radiologist assistants, and trainees. That section currently covers the training and education required to perform radiologic procedures.

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ASRT granting $400K in scholarships to radiology students

Health Imaging

JANUARY 17, 2024

Founded in 1984, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Foundation is hoping to raise big money for the next generation of imaging professionals.

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ASRT celebrates response to RT reclassification effort

AuntMinnie

AUGUST 16, 2024

A measure to petition the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to classify radiologic technologists (RTs) as professionals has generated more than 42,000 comments submitted via the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Advocacy Action Center.

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International Day of Radiology to be held on November 8

AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

On November 8, radiologists, radiographers, and radiological technologists will mark the tenth International Day of Radiology (IDoR 2023).

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Wash. MRI technologist bill to take effect June 6

AuntMinnie

MAY 31, 2024

The state of Washington is reducing barriers to certifying new radiologic technologists, especially MRI providers, with a new workforce bill that goes into effect June 6. HB 2355 relates to establishing a primary certification process for MRI technologists.

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Radiology impacted by tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente health workers on strike

Radiology Business

OCTOBER 6, 2023

The picket includes nearly 75,000 individuals, among them, ultrasound sonographers, radiologic technologists, home health aides and licensed vocational nurses.

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ARRT seeks comments on proposed bone densitometry changes

AuntMinnie

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is seeking feedback for proposed changes to the Bone Densitometry Examination Content Specifications and Clinical Experience Requirements.

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The American Society of Radiologic Technologists Announces the BeRAD Professionalism Award

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JULY 3, 2024

mtaschetta-millane Wed, 07/03/2024 - 09:24 July 3, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has launched the BeRAD Professionalism Award to recognize health systems, imaging centers, hospitals, clinics and other facilities in which medical imaging technologists and radiation therapists demonstrate a culture of professionalism.

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Survey shows RT educators lack AI knowledge

AuntMinnie

JULY 17, 2024

Radiologic technologist educators need AI training and guidance, time to develop educational resources, and support from higher education institutions to improve on the teaching and use of AI, according to a recent study. In a survey of all U.S. Thus, exploring the levels of AI education provided in the U.S.

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Cassling Scholarship Supports Radiologic Technologists’ Career Growth

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SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

The ASRT Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, has announced the recipients of this year’s Bob Cassling Memorial Scholarship, which provides $4,000 to rural healthcare professionals pursuing higher education in the field of medical imaging and radiation therapy.

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Philips highlights AI automation, cloud at RSNA 2024

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 5, 2024

CHICAGO Philips brought a range of new AI-enhanced offerings to RSNA 2024 aimed at bolstering efficiency and improving workflows for radiologists and radiologic technologists. MRI In MRI, the star of the show was Philips next-generation of its 1.5-tesla tesla BlueSeal MR wide-bore scanner.

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SalaryScan: Radiologists and RTs enjoyed higher salaries in 2023

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

For another year running, radiologic technologists (RTs) and radiologists enjoyed higher salaries in the past year, according to AuntMinnie.com 's 2024 SalaryScan survey. Body imaging and radiation therapy technologists came in last, with annual base salaries of $73,000. from May to July 2023.

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Anniversary of X-ray Discovery and National Radiologic Technology Week Commemorated by American Society of Radiologic Technologists

Imaging Technology

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

christine.book Wed, 11/08/2023 - 11:38 November 8, 2023 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) is encouraging the imaging community to recognize an important date for a vital discovery this week. In addition, it offered there are more than 450,000 registered radiologic technologists in the U.S.,

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Increase in CCTA exams expected to mirror TAVR growth trend

AuntMinnie

DECEMBER 26, 2023

It is imperative that radiologic technologists obtain accurate data and the right bolus timing simultaneously. The radiologic technologist must also obtain gated images: If the patient’s heartbeat is irregular or too fast, a nurse may need to administer beta blockers to slow the heart rate down.

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ISCT: New professional positions could relieve RT workforce strain

AuntMinnie

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Geoffrey Rubin, MD, of the University of Arizona College of Medicine Tucson, offered session attendees an overview of key issues in the radiology workforce landscape, highlighting a 2024 consensus committee report from the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) on the future of medical imaging and radiation therapy.

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Hospital radiologic technologist charged in alleged prescription drug fraud scheme

Radiology Business

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

Authorities accuse Rafael Garcia o f illegally obtaining Adderall, Clonazepam, testosterone, and other substances via an NP coworker.

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New garment may protect techs from radiation-associated cancers

AuntMinnie

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Breast surgical oncologist Lauren Ramsey, MD, of John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth, TX, has developed a new protection garment for radiologic technologists that mitigates radiation exposure while they are imaging patients. Called BAT (Breast, Axilla, and Thyroid), the garment features a 0.35

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Blackford adds Quantivly’s workflow AI

AuntMinnie

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Quantivly offers a “digital twin” that models radiology operations and is designed to help facilities improve workflows.

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New Campaign From the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Advocates for Profession to "Be Seen"

Imaging Technology

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

milla1cf Fri, 02/23/2024 - 10:22 February 23, 2024 — The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) launched its "Be Seen" campaign today to raise public awareness about the crucial role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient diagnosis, intervention and treatment.

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AuntMinnie 2002: The Minnies 2002 final results

AuntMinnie

JUNE 30, 2024

Richard Wahl, Johns Hopkins University MOST EFFECTIVE RADIOLOGY EDUCATOR 1. Dr. Emanuel Kanal, University of Pittsburgh MOST EFFECTIVE RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGIST EDUCATOR 1. Jane Van Valkenburg, Weber State University MOST EFFECTIVE RADIOLOGY ADMINISTRATOR/MANAGER 1. Dr. Clyde Helms, Duke University 2.

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ASRT reports enrollment increases in radiologic technologist programs

Radiologic technologists are uncomfortable with managing imaging exams remotely

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SDMS Foundation names 2025 emerging leaders cohort

ASRT report highlights enrollment growth in technologist programs

Calif. exemption changes nuclear medicine tech scope of practice

Celebrate Rad Tech Week: Honoring Radiologic Technologists and Tips for Hiring the Best Talent

State convenes task force to address radiologic technologist shortages

Billionaire Mike Bloomberg puts up $250M to open healthcare high schools for training radiologic technologists

GE HealthCare, NVIDIA team up to develop autonomous AI

Rural hospital system offering $20,000 sign-on bonuses to attract radiologic technologists

Siemens and ASRT launch global training program

Surging demand prompts school to resurrect long-dormant radiologic technologist program

Burnout propelling radiologic technologists to seek temporary ‘travel’ assignments

Michigan adds requirements for medical imaging equipment operators

Rad tech groups propose creating new entry-level role to relieve radiology staffing shortages

School resurrecting its radiologic technologist program after 13 years due to surging demand

ASRT doubles down on workforce plan in 2025

The rate of unfilled radiation therapy positions is on the rise

PA Association for Sonographers cofounder talks goals

NIH: Occupational radiation dose to RTs needs careful monitoring

What Character Traits Make A Great Lead Radiology Technologist?

Analysis: Allied radiology professionals generate millions of dollars per year in indirect revenues alone

Body composition analysis, MRI safety topped 2024's most read articles

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

Penn. bill will change licensing rules for medical imaging personnel

ASRT granting $400K in scholarships to radiology students

ASRT celebrates response to RT reclassification effort

International Day of Radiology to be held on November 8

Wash. MRI technologist bill to take effect June 6

Radiology impacted by tens of thousands of Kaiser Permanente health workers on strike

ARRT seeks comments on proposed bone densitometry changes

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists Announces the BeRAD Professionalism Award

Survey shows RT educators lack AI knowledge

Cassling Scholarship Supports Radiologic Technologists’ Career Growth

Philips highlights AI automation, cloud at RSNA 2024

SalaryScan: Radiologists and RTs enjoyed higher salaries in 2023

Anniversary of X-ray Discovery and National Radiologic Technology Week Commemorated by American Society of Radiologic Technologists

Increase in CCTA exams expected to mirror TAVR growth trend

ISCT: New professional positions could relieve RT workforce strain

Hospital radiologic technologist charged in alleged prescription drug fraud scheme

New garment may protect techs from radiation-associated cancers

Blackford adds Quantivly’s workflow AI

New Campaign From the American Society of Radiologic Technologists Advocates for Profession to "Be Seen"

AuntMinnie 2002: The Minnies 2002 final results

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