ASRT Professionalism
Self-Reflection Tool

Complete the below self-reflection on professionalism and professional development. For each question, select how much you agree with the statement provided. Once finished, consider your score for each section and your individual goals. Then, visit the ASRT Professionalism Resources page for resources to support your growth needs. We recommend that you complete this self-reflection periodically as you move through your career because your goals might change with time.

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Establishing a Baseline of Professionalism

1. I have obtained primary credentials in medical imaging or radiation therapy. 2. I am competent in the clinical setting. 3. I request help and collaboration when I am unable to meet a patient’s needs. 4. I accept responsibility for my own clinical practice. 5. I maintain competency in my clinical area of practice. 6. I understand medical ethics and the legal rights of patients relevant to my area of clinical practice. 7. I have the educational support and training to provide care without prejudice to patients of varying lifestyles and cultures. 8. I know how to protect the privacy and confidentiality of my patients. 9. My clinical practice is guided by the ethical principles of beneficence, nonmaleficence, autonomy and justice. 10. I have the educational support and training to communicate with other types of health care professionals effectively. Total Points for Section /50

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Quality, Recognition and Advocacy in My Profession

1. I am a member of my professional association. 2. I participate in activities with professional associations for my clinical practice. 3. I take action to protect the health and safety of the public. 4. I take action to establish standards as a guide for clinical practice. 5. I advance my profession through active involvement in health-related activities. 6. I recognize the role of professional associations in shaping health care policy. 7. I promote quality and access to medical imaging, radiation therapy and health care. 8. I have the educational support and training to provide patient care for different populations. 9. I am an advocate for improving the quality and safety of patient care. 10. I adhere to reporting and confronting practitioners with questionable or inappropriate practices. 11. I participate in community service. Total Points for Section /55

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Lifelong Learning and Development

1. I engage in ongoing self-evaluation and self-improvement. 2. I am a lifelong learner. 3. I seek additional education to update my knowledge and skills. 4. I have a postprimary certification. 5. I take action to improve the clinical practice environment. 6. Through my affiliate and national professional association, I advance public policy that promotes my profession. 7. I participate in research or implement research findings appropriate to my clinical practice. 8. I protect the rights of participants in research. 9. I participate in the peer-review process for research in my profession — either by publishing in journals or reviewing articles. 10. I promote and maintain professional standards where planned learning activities for students take place (e.g., clinical setting, classroom, simulation lab). 11. I give presentations for my affiliate, national association, or at other conferences. Total Points for Section /55

ASRT Professionalism Self-Reflection Tool

Establishing a Baseline of Professionalism

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Quality, Recognition and Advocacy in My Profession

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Lifelong Learning and Development

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ASRT Professionalism
Self-Reflection Tool