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ARRT Clarifies Misconceptions Concerning Changes to Governing Documents
In July, ARRT recommended changes to its governing documents. We sent the proposed changes to all R.T.s and asked for your comments. Although most respondents agreed with the proposals, a few proposed changes caused some controversy. Here’s a recap of why we proposed those changes and how they will—and won’t—affect you.
ARRT, SMRT, and ASRT Foundation Announce 2017 Grant Winners
Each year, The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) funds scholarships to help people further their educations in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. Jackie Sondrol, R.T. (R)(CT)(MR)(ARRT)—pictured here—recently received a professional development grant from ARRT in partnership with the Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists (SMRT). Learn more about our scholarships and other recent winners.
ARRT Supports Sonography at SDMS Conference
At the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, we’re pleased to support the technologists who are certified and registered with us. Most recently, we participated in the annual conference of the Society for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, an event for sonographers, students, and other health-care providers who use sonography.
Hurricanes: Message to Affected R.T.s and Candidates
In the wake of this season's hurricanes, ARRT staff recognize that conducting normal business—such as managing your annual renewal or sitting for an exam—may be difficult if not impossible.
Hurricane Harvey: Message to Affected R.T.s and Candidates
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, ARRT staff recognize that conducting normal business—such as managing your annual renewal or sitting for an exam—may be difficult if not impossible. If you live in a FEMA-disaster county or other affected area, ARRT is committed to working with you to resolve your exam, certification, and registration needs.
Updated R.R.A. Documents
ARRT has updated the Registered Radiologist Assistant Entry Level Clinical Activities, Examination Content Specifications, and Didactic and Clinical Portfolio Requirements. The new documents are effective July 1, 2018. Learn more.
Updated Industry Standards for the Prevention of Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Sonography
The Industry Standards for the Prevention of Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders in Sonography is the work product of a 2016 Consensus Conference on Work Related Musculoskeletal Disorders involving 26 sonography-related professional organizations, accreditation bodies, and manufacturers.
ARRT Seeks Comments on Proposed Changes For Vascular Sonography Documents
Provide your thoughts on the proposed changes to the Vascular Sonography Examination Content Specifications, Clinical Competency Requirements, and Clinical Experience Requirements.
ARRT Seeks Comments on Proposed Changes For Sonography Documents
Provide your thoughts on the proposed changes to the Sonography Examination Content Specifications, Clinical Competency Requirements, and Clinical Experience Requirements.
2017 Governing Documents Call for Comments
ARRT has recommended a number of changes to its governing documents. Because the documents apply to you and all other R.T.s, it's important that you review the changes and let us know what you think.