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Limited licensing: why is the ARRT involved? Part II.
1American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Minneapolis, MN 55405.
Radiologic Technology
|January 1, 1989
Summary
Limited scope of practice operators in radiography are a reality due to economic factors. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is developing new exams to ensure these operators meet high standards for chest or extremity radiography.
Area of Science:
- Radiologic Technology
- Healthcare Policy
Background:
- Economic factors drive the establishment of limited scope of practice operators in radiography.
- Legislation often incorporates limited practice categories to protect existing jobs, ensuring the concept's survival.
Purpose of the Study:
- To acknowledge the existence of limited scope operators.
- To advocate for the development of standardized training and competence assessment procedures.
- To ensure public and professional interests are met.
Main Methods:
- The ARRT is developing new examinations for limited scope of practice operators.
- Examinations are based on the ARRT Job Analysis Project for entry-level general staff radiographers.
Main Results:
- New ARRT examinations will assess knowledge in limited radiography areas (chest or extremities).
- These exams ensure limited scope operators possess equivalent knowledge in their specific domains as general radiographers.
Conclusions:
- Standardized, high-level training and assessment are crucial for limited scope operators.
- ARRT examinations will enable states to implement consistent, rigorous licensing standards nationwide.