The ASRT Board of Directors seeks qualified members interested in sharing their professional expertise by service on the Committee on Fellows. This standing ASRT committee evaluates Fellow applications and makes recommendations to the Board.

Please review the eligibility qualifications for appointment to the Committee on Fellows before submitting an application for the position.

The ASRT Volunteer Services team stands ready to answer any questions or concerns at volunteerservices@asrt.org.

Our profession continuously evolves as technology advances and new best practices are established. Radiologic technologists across all disciplines have relied on continuing education to keep up with innovations and to deliver the very best patient care. Since CE requirements were established in 1995, ASRT has provided CE through Directed Readings in its scientific journals, a format that worked for all.

However, the way the world shares information has evolved. Technologists have unique CE requirements depending on their certifications, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists CQR prescription, state licensure rules, and facility and regulatory CE needs. As such, delivering CE options by mail every other month is not meeting our members’ diverse CE requirements.

To address these challenges, ASRT is changing its CE delivery method. Starting on Feb. 8, 2022, all ASRT members will gain access to our online CE Library of more than 450 courses. New Directed Readings will be published exclusively online and will no longer be published in our scientific journals. Please note that the journals will continue to arrive in the mail containing the outstanding peer-reviewed articles, short reports and case studies you’ve come to expect.

The online delivery of CE will better serve the needs of ASRT members today and in the future. It will allow us to quickly provide solutions to rapidly changing requirements and offer members an expanded catalog of CE choices in a convenient, on-demand platform. This transition is an important step to ensure ASRT continues its mission to advance and elevate the medical imaging and radiation therapy profession and to enhance the quality and safety of patient care.

I encourage you to visit the informational web page, asrt.org/uniqueCE, and learn how this transition provides you with expanded access to CE credits. The page also outlines new benefit enhancements to make membership even more valuable. If you have additional questions, please feel free to contact our Member Services team at 800-444-2778 or memberservices@asrt.org, weekdays from 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Mountain time.

Regards,

Sal Martino, Ed.D., R.T.(R), FASRT, FASAE, CAE
ASRT CEO and Executive Director

Upcoming Changes to Satisfy Your Unique CE Needs

The ASRT Foundation seeks an educator for a rare position on its Board of Trustees. The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the ASRT Foundation and determines the organization’s mission and vision, provides financial oversight and approves annual budgets.

The open position is for a medical imaging or radiation therapy educator meeting these requirements:

• ASRT voting member.
• Minimum of master’s degree, doctorate preferred.
• Minimum experience of five years as a radiologic science or radiation therapy educator.
• Prior grant recipient or first author of a peer-reviewed publication.
• Preference given for a history of volunteerism and involvement with the Foundation.

For more information on how to apply and a complete list of qualifying criteria, please see details here:

Board of Trustees - Educator

Please contact volunteer services at volunteerservices@asrt.org with questions.

The ASRT Foundation seeks qualified volunteers for two committees and an advisory panel. The ASRT members selected for these positions are responsible for reviewing and evaluating applications for research grants, scholarships and some corporate-sponsored programs.

For additional information on the qualifications for these positions and how to apply, please see details at the links below.

Questions on these opportunities should be directed to the ASRT volunteer services team by emailing volunteerservices@asrt.org.

America’s nearly 350,000 registered radiologic technologists are the medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals who perform radiologic procedures as part of high quality, comprehensive health care. Even beyond x-ray, magnetic resonance and computed tomography, the ranks of radiologic technologists also include nuclear medicine imaging professionals, cardiovascular and interventional technologists, radiologist assistants, radiation therapists, mammographers, military R.T.s, radiology department managers, educational program directors and other radiologic science professionals. They are all dedicated to ensuring patients receive the best care possible.

Their expertise has been critical in the diagnosis and treatment of COVID-19 where they have served on the front lines of the pandemic. Educated in anatomy, radiologic science, equipment protocols and radiation protection measures, R.T.s play an essential role in patient care and safety.

During National Radiologic Technology Week® every November, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists recognizes the vital work of R.T.s and their important contributions to patient care. NRTW® takes place every November to honor German physicist Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen’s discovery of the x-ray on Nov. 8, 1895.

Where do they work? In a study ASRT published earlier this year, researchers determined that slightly more than half of all radiologic technologists work in hospitals. Others work in imaging centers, clinics, physician’s offices, corporate settings and education. In addition, these professionals also perform radiation therapy treatments on patients being treated for cancer and other diseases. (See infographic for details.)

ASRT is the world’s largest radiologic science organization and represents the medical imaging and radiation therapy community through education, advocacy, research and innovation. NRTW® 2021 will be celebrated Nov. 7-13.

The ASRT Foundation seeks members for volunteer service on their Global Outreach Review Committee. Members selected for this position will be tasked with contacting outreach fellowship recipients to complete a post-trip summary. They may also be asked to participate in story development and provide input about opportunities for program improvement.

Volunteer applicants should have experience traveling in countries of the developing world. Preferred candidates will have experience with humanitarian outreach project planning and participation.

For additional information on the qualifications for these positions and how to apply, please see details here. The Foundation is also seeking volunteer participation on additional review committees and advisory panels.

Questions on these opportunities should be directed to the ASRT volunteer services team by emailing volunteerservices@asrt.org.

The ASRT Foundation has awarded 77 one-year ASRT memberships to first-time student members. The Sponsor A Student Grant is funded largely by donations from individual ASRT members to highlight the value of membership in the world’s largest radiologic science association and to help them prepare for their future.

ASRT student members have access to helpful resources such as study tools, practice exams, career planning tools and valuable advice to help prepare for the certification exam.

Please congratulate the recipients named below and welcome our newest ASRT members.

The American Society of Radiologic Technologists has donated $10,000 to the American Red Cross to assist with tornado relief and recovery efforts for a disaster that spanned multiple states in the South and Midwest. The donation is on behalf of the ASRT’s 156,000 members.

With thousands of homes affected and damage stretching across 250 miles, the American Red Cross is on the ground operating shelters and providing meals and supplies to affected areas as quickly as possible.

“We send our sympathy and support to everyone in these devastated communities, especially to those who lost loved ones,” said ASRT President Kristi Moore, Ph.D., R.T.(R)(CT). “We are grateful that hundreds of Red Cross volunteers are working to provide comfort and assistance, and we are proud to be able to support their efforts.”

ASRT is committed to assisting its members and local communities affected by natural disasters and donates to organizations that can help with on-site recovery efforts.

“Our contribution to the Red Cross will provide crucial support for those individuals in desperate need of assistance,” said ASRT Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Sal Martino, Ed.D., R.T.(R), FASRT, FASAE, CAE. “As the world’s largest radiologic science association our mission is to enhance the quality and safety of patient care, so when a disaster strikes, we want to help those affected in any way possible.”

Greg Morrison, M.A., R.T.(R), CNMT, CAE

A respected senior executive of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists who has served the world’s largest radiologic science association for nearly 30 years will retire in January 2022.

Greg Morrison, M.A., R.T.(R), CNMT, CAE, first came to ASRT in 1993 as director of continuing education. Since then, he has served in numerous capacities, including chief operating officer, associate executive director and most recently deputy chief executive officer. He was also instrumental in the creation of the ASRT Museum and Archives, where he served as executive director. The one-of-a-kind museum explores the history of the radiologic technology profession.

“Greg’s leadership has had a profound impact on our association and the entire profession,” said ASRT Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director Sal Martino, Ed.D., R.T.(R), FASRT, FASAE, CAE. “He has increased our effectiveness in the legislative and regulatory advocacy arena and led our continuing education efforts at a critical time of growth. He directed the complicated expansion of our offices and brought his passion to our widely admired museum. We wish him the best as he steps into this new phase in his life.”

Morrison began his career in North Dakota and holds bachelor of science degrees from Minot State University in radiologic technology and nuclear medicine technology. He also holds a master of arts degree in management and human resource development from Webster University.

His participation in professional associations is wide-ranging and includes the American Society of Association Executives, American Alliance of Museums, the North Dakota Society of Radiologic Technologists and the Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, among others.

In addition to his involvement on boards and committees, Morrison has also been honored by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for his work on the Image Gently campaign, is a life member and Lester Shook honorary lecturer of the North Dakota Society of Radiologic Technologists and trustee emeritus of the National Atomic History Museum Foundation.

ASRT is seeking members registered in computed tomography for volunteer service on the Board of Directors for the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission - Computed Tomography.

Volunteers for this appointment must exhibit strong communication skills with an understanding of the mission and goals of the IAC. The successful candidate should have familiarity and understanding of the IAC mission, have knowledge of the accreditation process and have experience serving as a subject matter expert on a board of directors, committee or council.

Please review the extensive criteria and qualifications required of those applying for this position at the link below.

Intersocietal Accreditation Commission – Computed Tomography

Contact ASRT Volunteer Services at volunteerservices@asrt.org with any questions or concerns after reviewing the volunteer requirements for the position.