Radiologic Technology As A Profession PDF

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY AS A PROFESSION B Y: L A L A I N E Y Z A B E L A. G A R D E , R R T  LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Following the lecture, you are anticipated to: 1. Outline the historical perspective of Radiology and Radiologic Technology from its first practitioner to the establishment...

RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY AS A PROFESSION B Y: L A L A I N E Y Z A B E L A. G A R D E , R R T  LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Following the lecture, you are anticipated to: 1. Outline the historical perspective of Radiology and Radiologic Technology from its first practitioner to the establishment of schools and association, and creation of the board 2. Define credentialing, certification, registration, licensure and regulations 3. Discuss career opportunities and advancement for the radiographer  Radiologic Technologist - a healthcare professional skilled in the theory and practice of the technical aspects of the use of x- ray in the diagnosis and treatment of disease In the past, the radiologic technologist faced limited opportunities for mobility. After the completion of their training, radiologic technologists usually began their careers as staff radiologic technologists. Promotions were based on seniority and the amount of responsibility an individual assumed.  Professional Practice and Scope of Educational Qualification The Bachelor of Science in Radiologic Technology is a Program four-year degree program consisting of general education Overview and professional courses designed to train students on how to operate medical imaging equipment and prepares them to become skilled radiologic technologists. On-the-Job It is undertaken as a Clinical Education Training Program in accredited affiliation centers during their fourth year as a Training / student. Students are given the opportunity to apply their Internship knowledge and skills in an actual work setting. To become a licensed radiologic technologist in the Board Philippines, a graduate with a BS in Radiologic Technology Exam must pass the Radiologic Technology Licensure Examination.  Professional Practice Standard The practice of radiography is performed by health care professionals responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A radiographer performs radiographic procedures at the request of an for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. Scope of Professional Practice Standard  Providing optimal patient care.  Receiving, relaying and documenting verbal, written and electronic orders in the patient’s medical record  Assessing, evaluating, and testing patients  Preparing and positioning patients for procedure.  Applying principles of ALARA to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others  Evaluating images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded  Applying the principles of safety during all aspects of patient care  Specializations in Radiologic Technology X-ray Computed Magnetic Technology Sonography Tomography Resonance Mammography Imaging Radiation Nuclear Bone Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Therapy Medicine Densitometry Radiography  Specializations in Radiologic Technology X-ray Computed Magnetic Technology Sonography Tomography Resonance Mammography Imaging Radiation Nuclear Bone Cardiac and Vascular Interventional Therapy Medicine Densitometry Radiography  Professional Development and Career Advancement Long Term Short Term Post Radiologist Educational Grad Education Assistant Commitment Administrative Academe QA Technologist Radiology Radiation Safety Equipment Commercial Officer Specialist Representative Classification of Radiologic Technologist A. Diagnostic Technologist - Deals on the diagnosis of patient diseases such as chest, bone survey, mammography, etc B. Therapeutic Technologist - Deals on the therapeutic side of radiation such as radiation therapy, nuclear medicine, etc. Classification of Radiologic Technologist C. In Academe 1. as Clinical Instructor 2. as Classroom Instructor/Professor 3. as Dean of the College/Department  The Pioneer Radiologist and Radiologic Technologists 1948, seven pioneers, formally organize radiologists as a professional group “Magnificent Seven” formed the nidus of the Philippine Radiological Society 1. Dr. Paterno Chikiamco – President 2. Dr. Ramon Paterno – Secretary 3. Dr. Paulino J. Garcia – member 4. Dr. Daniel Ledesma Sr. – member 5. Dr. Carlos Marquez – member 6. Dr. Carlos Vergel De Dios – member 7. Dr. Hilario Zialcita – member  Dr. Paterno Chikiamco First President of the Philippine College of Radiology “Dean of Philippine Radiology” during his time Underwent training in Vienna and Germany Met with President Manuel L. Quezon which led to the creation of a legislature making Dr. Chikiamco the first chairman of the Cancer Institute at Philippine General Hospital  Norberto Palomo - Considered to be the Father of Radiologic Technology in the Philippines - President of the Philippine Society of Medical Radiologic Technology (PhiSMeRT) - Awarded as the outstanding Professional in the Field of Radiologic Technology by the P.R.C. NORBERTO PALOMO  FELIPE SOMERA First Filipino X-ray Technologist He was a nurse at the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) He was assigned by the Division of Nursing as a technician at the Physical Therapy, Radium and X-ray section He remained with the X-ray Department of the PGH until his retirement in the 1960’s. DR. CIRILO RODRIGUEZ - Dentist at UST.  First School of X-ray Technology in the Philippines September 9, 1969 Department of Education approved a permit to open the first school of x-ray technology Family Clinic November 30, 1969 first class of 13 students (pioneer students) majority of the students were already employed and working x-ray technicians in different agencies  The Marian College / Emilio Aguinaldo College Second school to offer Radiologic Technology in the Philippines First school to produce graduates of Radiologic Technology Through all the years’ regular seminars and conventions were conducted. Schools offering the course have also multiplied to cater the increased enrollment rate. The Ministry of Health through the Radiation Health Service and the Civil Service Commission also contributed significantly by administering the licensure examination for X-ray technicians and technologists which begun in 1974. The mentors also guided the development of radiologic technology education and finally in 1988, a DECS subcommittee was created to upgrade the ART curriculum. Dr. Jose T. Gaffud, who was instrumental in the creation of the BSRT curriculum, headed the committee. Formation of Groups and Associations Philippine Society of X-ray Technicians (PSXRT) Formed in May 1954 Spearheaded by Gilberto V. Palomique, RRT 1963 – the association was in-active and died in natural death Philippine Society of Medical Radiologic Technologists (PHISMERT) 1964 – Gilberto V. Palomique, RRT formed another organization named as the Philippine Society of Medical Radiologic Technologists (PHISMERT) Formed the Registry of Radiologic Technologists  Philippine Association of Radiologic Technologist (PART) Conceived in 1954 with primary objectives of uniting Radiologic Technologists into one umbrella, both from the government and private institution. The objectives of the association are to promote their general welfare, and to upgrade the Practice of Radiologic Technology so as to meet the standard for the protection of Life, Health, and Property. Fusion of three organizations into one society (PHISMERT, PSRT, PIRT) which is now PART, Inc. (1973 – present)  Philippine Association of Radiologic Technologist (PART) Jose L. Cervantes, RRT – first president of PART, Inc. The term for office of elected officers of the association was for one (1) year Was conceived in 1954 with primary objectives of uniting Radiologic Technologists into one umbrella, both the government and private institutions Objectives of the organization: To promote their general welfare, and to upgrade the Practice of Radiologic Technology so as to meet the standard for the protection of Life, Health, and Property.  Philippine Association of Radiologic Technologist (PART) Fusion of three organizations into one society (PHISMERT, PSRT, PIRT) which is now PART, Inc. (1973 – present) A. PHISMERT (Philippine Society of Medical Radiologic Technologists) – Norberto A. Palomo, RRT as president B. PSRT (Philippine Society of Radiologic Technologists) – Gilberto Palomique, RRT as president C. PIRT (Philippine Institute of Radiologic Technologists) – Almario G. Lutap, RRT as president Creation of the Regulatory Board  R.A. 7431 AN ACT REGULATING THE PRACTICE OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY IN THE PHILIPPINES, CREATING THE BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY DEFINING ITS POWERS AND FUNCTIONS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES “Radiologic Technology Act of 1992” Approved by: April 22,1992  R.A. 7431  Corazon Aquino president who signed the RA 7431  Ramon Mitra speaker of the house  Neptali Gonzales senate president  Camilo L. Sabio secretary general of house of representative  Analecto D. Daboy Jr. Secretary of the senate  Hermogenes Pobre commissioner; chairman when R.A. 7431 signed into law Board of Radiologic Technology First BORT members (1993) 1. Fortunato C. Gabon (001) - 1st Chairman - Radiologic technologist 2. Dexter Rodelas (002) - Radiologic technologist 3. Editha C. Mora (003) - Radiologic Technologist 4. Dr. Jose T. Gaffud - Radiologist 5. Eulinia M. Valdezio - Medical Physicist Board of Radiologic Technology BORT members (Present) 1.Reynaldo Apolonio S. Tisado - Current Chairman - Radiologic technologist 2. Orestes P. Monzon - Radiologist 3. Bayani C. San Juan - Medical Physicist 4. Ma. Jesette B. Canales - Radiologic Technologist 5. Roland P. Conanan - Radiologic Technologist  Regulations, Credentialing, Registration, Licensing & Certification  September 20, 1993 – rules and regulations governing the examination, registration, licensure and practice of x-ray and radiologic technology promulgated  December 27, 1993 – first computerized licensure examination  April 09, 1994 – results of first computerized licensure examination  Credentialing The process used to establish the qualifications of professionals, organizational members, or organizations and to assess their background and legitimacy to meet predetermined and standardized criteria. Individuals, organizations, processes, services, or products may be credentialed.  Registration The recording of the names of persons who have qualified under the Law to practice their respective profession.  Licensure A process by which a government agency grants time-limited permission to an individual to engage in a given occupation after verifying that he or she has met predetermined and standardized criteria (usually education, experience, and examination). The goal of licensure is to ensure that the licenses have the minimal degree of competency necessary to ensure that public health, safety, and/or welfare are protected. To become licensed, one usually has to meet eligibility requirements and pass an assessment that covers a broad range of knowledge and skills, usually at the entry level. Republic Act 7431 Section 19. Qualifications for Examination Every applicant for examination under this Act shall, prior to admission for examination establish to the satisfaction of the Board that he: (a) Is a Filipino citizen: (b) Is of good moral character and has not been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude; and Republic Act 7431 Section 19. Qualifications for Examination (c) Is a holder of a baccalaureate degree in radiologic technology from a school, college or university recognized by the Government if he applies for the radiologic technology examination or is a holder of an associate in radiologic technology diploma from a school, college or university recognized by the Government if he applies for the x- ray technology examination Republic Act 7431 Section 21. Scope of Examination in Radiologic Technology Unless changed or modified by the Board, the examination in radiologic technology shall cover the following subject with the corresponding weights as follows: (a) Radiation Physics and Equipment Maintenance 10% Radiobiology and Radiation Protection 10% Republic Act 7431 Section 21. Scope of Examination in Radiologic Technology (b) Radiographic Positioning 10% Radiographic Technique 10% Special Procedures 10% (c) Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology 10% (d) Photochemistry and Film Analysis 10%  Republic Act 7431 Section 21. Scope of Examination in Radiologic Technology (e) Nursing and Department Procedures in Radiology and Professional Ethics 5% (f) Ultrasound 5% (g) Radiation Therapy 5%  Republic Act 7431 Section 21. Scope of Examination in Radiologic Technology (h) Nuclear Medicine 5% (i) Radiologic Pathology 5% (j) Computed Tomography / Magnetic Resonance Imaging 5% Republic Act 7431 Section 22. Report of Ratings - A candidate must obtain a weighted average of at least 75% with no rating below 60% in any subject - An examinee who obtains an average rating of 75% or higher but gets a rating below 60% in any subject shall be allowed to take a reexamination in only those subjects in which he obtained a rating below 60%. - 75% in each of the subjects repeated  Certification A voluntary process by which a non-governmental agency grants a time-limited recognition to an individual after verifying that he or she has met predetermined and standardized criteria. To become certified, an individual must meet eligibility requirements and pass an assessment. The certification assessment may cover a broad of knowledge and skills at entry, specialty, or advanced levels ---END---