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Alabama
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Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming



Alabama  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
334-206-5391
www.adph.org
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Alaska  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
907-334-2107
www.hss.state.ak.us
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Arizona  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
ARS 32-2801
R12-2-101
www.azrra.gov/mrtbe/index.html
602-255-4845
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocity granted if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocity granted if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam: reciprocal if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Mammography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocity granted if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Limited - Two-year term; Practical Radiologic Technologist; can perform chest chest, extremities (upper & lower); no contrast media; bone densitometry; State board approved exam (ARRT).
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited - Not Mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
    • Naturopaths
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.



Arkansas  top

Legislature Convenes Jan. 12, 2009

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ark. Code Ann. 17-106-111
17-106-101
www.healthy.arkansas.gov
501-661-2166 or 501-661-2306
E-mail: valerie.brown@arkansas.gov
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiology Assistant - One-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - One-year term; State or ARRT exam. RCIS exam for performance of cardiovascular procedures.
  • Radiation Therapy - One-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine - One-year term; State, ARRT or NMTCB exam.
  • Limited - One-year term; can perform chest, spine, extremities, skull and sinuses. Under direct supervision of licensed practitioner; cardiovascular; State board approved exam; cardiovascular must be RCIS registered.
  • Reciprocity with Florida, Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Mississippi, Nebraska, Tennessee, Texas and West Virginia.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography - Mandatory six hours in one-year period.
  • Limited - Mandatory six hours in one year-period.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory six hours in one-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory six hours in one-year period.
  • Mammography - Mandatory six hours in one-year period.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

      M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
    • Bone Densitometrists
    • Radiologic Medical Physicists
    • Health physicists
    • Optometrists
    • Medical Dosimetrists
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.



California  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
H & S Code 106955-10711
17 CCR Div. 1, Ch. 5
www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/Pages/RadiologicHealthBranch.aspx
916-327-5106
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB Exam.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam.
  • Fusion Imaging - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam.
  • Limited (X-ray Technician or XT) - Two-year term; Can perform chest, extremities, dental laboratory, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, bone densitometry, leg podiatric, skull, torso-skeletal categories; State Exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory five hours in five-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Fusion Imaging - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited - Mandatory 24 hours in two year-period; radiography & fluoroscopy supervisor and operator permit.
  • Mammography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; 10 CE in mammography and perform 200 exams.
  • Certified Supervisors and Operators (California licensed physicians and surgeons, podiatrists, or chiropractors) - 10 hours in a two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Venipuncture - R.T. can perform under supervision of licensed physician and surgeon; upper extremity only.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - R.T. can perform under supervision of licensed physician and surgeon; upper extremity only.
  • Fluoroscopy - Special fluoroscopy permit required.



Colorado  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
25-11-104
Sec 12-36-104(1)(a)CRS (1985) & 12-36-202(1)(a), CRS (1991)
www.cdphe.state.co.us; www.colorado.gov
303-692-2000 or 1-800-886-7689
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Mammography - Two-year term.
  • Limited - No term; Can perform upper and lower extremities, spine, skull, chest, bone densitometry ; State or ARRT exam, reciprocal if taken and passed ARRT Limited Scope Exam.
    Note: R.T.s are not licensed. They only need to pass the ARRT exam. Noncertified technologists must be licensed to work outside of hospital settings. It is assumed hospitals only hire licensed personnel.
  • CT - ARRT registry.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Mammography - Not mandatory.
  • Limited - Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Veterinarians



Connecticut  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ch. 376c Sec 20-74aa - 20-74ee

www.dph.state.ct.us/licensure/licensure.htm
860-509-7603
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography - One year term; ARRT exam or endorsement by board; Licensed by Dept. of Public Health, Bureau of Health System Regulation.
  • Radiation Therapy - One year term; ARRT exam or endorsement by board; Licensed by Dept. of Public Health, Bureau of Health System Regulation.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography - Not Mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy - Not Mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Veterinarians
  • Venipuncture - Requires three years experience and training.
  • Medications - Requires three years experience and training.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Delaware  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
16 DELAWARE Code Ch. 74, S7406
Delaware Administrative Code Ch. 16 , S4466
www.delaware.gov

Delaware Division of Public Health
Office of Radiation Control
417 Federal Street
Dover, DE 19901
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Four-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if other state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Four-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Cardiovascular - Four-year term; State or CCI exam; reciprocal if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Limited - Four-year term; can perform chest, extremities, skull, spine, podiatric, bone densitometry examscategories; ARRT Limited Scope exam; reciprocal if original state's licensure standards are equivalent.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy - Not mandatory.
  • Cardiovascular - Not mandatory.
  • Limited - Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental hygienists.
    • Students who apply ionizing radiation to humans.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can or cannot perform; May assist physician.



Florida  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
468.301 F.S.
64E-3 F.A.C.
www.doh.state.fl.us/environment/radiation
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.; by endorsement/reciprocal license if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB Exam; by endorsement/ reciprocal license if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam; by endorsement/reciprocal license if original state's standards are equivalent .
  • Fusion Imaging - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam; by endorsement/ reciprocal license if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Basic X-ray Machine Operator (Limited Scope) - Two-year term; under direct supervision and control of licensed practitioner; podiatric BXMO also under direct supervision; ARRT Limited Scope exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period; Nine hours must be technical, only three hours can be personal development.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period.
  • Fusion Imaging - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited (BXLMO) - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Medical or radiologic technology students.
    • Naturopath.
    • Osteopath.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; radiologist assistant may perform fluroroscopy; BXLMO can perform only general fluoroscopy.



Georgia  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
404-657-5400
www.gaepd.org
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Hawaii  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 25 466J-2
Title 11 Chapter 44
www.hawaii.gov/health/environmental/noise/index.html
808-586-4700
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprical if original state's licensing standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB Exam; reciprical if original state's licensing standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam; reciprical if original state's licensing standards are equivalent.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental hygienists/technicians.
    • Radiologic technology students.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Idaho  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
208-334-2235, Ext. 245
www.state.id.us
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Illinois  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:

Title 32; Ch II; Sub Ch b; Part 401
 217-785-6982
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State, ARRT, NMTCB or ASCP Exam.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT Exam.
  • Chiropractic Radiography - Two-year term; State or ACRRT Exam.
  • Limited - Two-year term; can perform chest, extremities, spine, skull/sinuses and bone densitometry exams; State or ARRT Limited Scope exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited - Mandatory 6 hours in a one-year period; radiography and fluoroscopy supervisor and operator permit; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Chiropractic Radiography - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Mammography - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Podiatrists
    • Radiologic technology students.
    • Limited X-ray Machine Operator students.
    • Conditional Accreditation Type II.
    • Technicians, nurses or other assistants who perform under supervision of licensed practitioner.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Indiana  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
IC-16-41-35-20
410 IAC 5.2
www.in.gov/isdh/regsvcs/radhealth/lawsrules.htm
317-233-7565
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; ARRT exam. See also 410 IAC 5.2-6-1 et. seq.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; ARRT or NMTCB exam. See also 410 IAC 5.2-8-1 et. seq.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; ARRT exam. See also 410 IAC 5.2-7-1 et. seq.
  • Limited - Two-year term; can perform chest, chiropractic, dental, limited, general without use of contrast media, podiatry (foot, ankle, lower leg below knee); ARRT exam.
  • Students - Must apply for a student permit while enrolled in a program.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Not mandatory.
  • Limited - Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy - Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental hygienists
    • Veterinarians
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - R.T. can perform under supervision of licensed physician and surgeon. Cannot be performed by limited x-ray machine operators.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; regulatory reference of R.T.s performing fluoroscopy.



Iowa  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Iowa Code Title XVI, Chapter 727.4
641 IAC 42
www.idph.state.ia.us/eh/radiological_health.asp
515-725-0306
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - One-year term; also has general and limited in-hospital diagnostic radiographers; State, ARRT or American Registry of Clinical Radiography Technologists exam; recipricol if original states licensure standards are adequate.
  • Limited - One-year term; also has general and limited in-hospital diagnostic radiographers; can perform chest, extremities (upper and lower), spine or sinus; ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine - One-year term; State or NMTCB exam; recipricol if original states licensure standards are adequate.
  • Radiation Therapy - One-year term; State or ARRT exam; Recipricol if original states licensure standards are adequate.
  • Radiology Assistant - One-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Fusion Imaging - One-year term; State or ARRT exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiology Assistant - Mandatory 12 hours in one-year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; See regulations for additional specific CE requirements for post-primary areas.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory six hours in two-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory six hours in two-year period; See see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited - Mandatory 12 hours in tw-year period; See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Registered Nurses
    • Physicians Assistants
    • Osteopaths
    • Students
  • Venipuncture - Nuclear Medicine Technologists can perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; General and limited in-hospital must pass exam in fluoro techniques.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; General and limited in-hospital must pass exam in fluoro techniques.



Kansas  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
KSA 65-7301 et. seq.
KAR 100-73-1, et. seq.
www.ksbha.org
888-886-7205
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - One-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - One-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - One-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 12 hours in a one-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Health care providers in the U.S. armed forces, public health services, federal facilities and other military service when acting in the line of duty.
    • Licensed Physician Assistants or nurses working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner.
    • Radiologic technology students.
    • Persons rendering assistance in an emergency.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Kentucky  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
902KAR 105:010
KRS 211.870
www.chs.ky.gov/publichealth/radiationhtm
www.lrc.state.ky.us/KAR/TITLE902.htm
502-564-3700
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiologist Assistant - 2 year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - 2 year term; State or ARRT exam, or if program approved by health cabinet.
  • Nuclear Medicine - 2 year term; State or ARRT exam, or if program approved by health cabinet.
  • Radiation Therapy - 2 year term; State or ARRT exam, or if program approved by health cabinet.
  • Limited - 2 year term; cannot be employed at any facilities that use contrast media ; approved program or independent study program.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiologist Assistant - 50 hours in a two year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in two year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in two year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited - Mandatory 12 hours in two year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Veterinarians
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - General Certification required.
  • Fluoroscopy - Performed by technologists under the direction of a radiologist and be exclusively for localization to obtain images for interpretation.



Louisiana  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 46 Ch. 7 37:1292
Title 46 Ch29 RS 37:3200
www.lsrtbe.org
504-838-5231
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State, ARRT or ASCP exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Fusion Imaging - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants.
    • Chiropractic Assistants.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Maine  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 32 Ch. 103
02 465 Ch. 1-3
www.maine.gov/sos/cec/rules/02/chaps02.htm
http://www.state.me.us/pfr/olr/categories/cat36.htm%20
207-624-8623
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; recipricol if original state's standards are equivalent and possesses national certification.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; special NMT permit for radiographer undergoing NMT training; recipricol if original state's standards are equivalent and possesses national certification.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State, or ARRT exam; recipricol if original state's standards are equivalent and possesses national certification.
  • Limited Two-year term; State or ARRT Limited Scope exam; spine, chest, extrmity, skull, podiatry. Only allowed to work in office of licensed practitioner or clinic. No contast material, bedside fluoroscopic, computed tomographic or mamographic equip., or absorbtiometry; recipricol if original state's standards are equivalent and possesses national certification.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period. See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period. See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period. See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period. See regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienist/Assistant
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.



Maryland  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
14 - 5B - 01
10.32.02.03
www.mbp.state.md.us
www.dsd.state.md.us/comar
800-492-6836, Ext. 4764
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; may only practice under supervision of physician.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; may only practice under supervision of physician.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; may only practice under supervision of physician.
  • Fusion Imaging - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; may only practice under supervision of physician.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 50 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
  • Fusion Imaging - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.

  • Venipuncture - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; may perform as listed in scope of practice and is ARRT registered.
  • Medications - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; may perform as listed in scope of practice and is ARRT registered.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; may perform as listed iny scope of practice and is ARRT registered.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; may perform as listed in scope of practice and is ARRT registered.



Massachusetts  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ch. 111 Sec. 5L
105 CMR 125.000
www.mass.gov/dph/rcp
617-427-2944
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 20 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 20 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 20 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; may perform as listed by scope of practice & are ARRT registered.



Michigan  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
R325.5621
Rule 215 of the Ionizing Radiation Rule Part 14
517-241-1989
www.legislature.mi.gov
www.michigan.gov/mdch
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Mammography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists exam or meet standards for issuance of a registration certificate as a radiology technologist from American Registry of Clinical Radiography Technologist.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Mammography - Mandatory 15 hours in three years. See regulations for additional specific CE requirements.



Minnesota  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
144.121
4730.0500 - 4730.5500
www.leg.state.mn.us
651-642-0492
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Must be ARRT registered and have a signed agreement with supervising radiologist.
  • Radiography (X-ray Operator) - No renewal required; State, ARRT or ACRRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging - No renewal required; specific credentialing requirements for fusion imaging of ARRT or NMTCB to operate the stand-alone nuclear medicine unit or to operate in the dual mode if the operator has training in CT.
  • LXMO - Must pass national recognized examination administered by the ARRT.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - 50 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
  • Fusion Imaging - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period for the nuclear medicine portion.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Veterinarians.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who cannot perform; LXMOs specifically prohibited from operating. Training for those who are not licensed practitioners must be documented.



Mississippi  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 4 Ch. 58 Sec 41-58-1
Mississippi Board of Medical Licensure, Title 30, Part II (Radiologist Assistant)and Mississippi Department of Health, Title 15, Part III, Subpart 01
www.msdh.state.ms.us/msdhsite
601-576-7260
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - One-year term; ARRT exam; licensed through the Mississippi Medical Board.
  • Radiography (X-ray Operator) - Two-year term; ARRT exam; licensed through the Dept. of Health.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; ARRT or NMTCB exam; licensed through the Dept. of Health.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; ARRT exam; licensed through the Dept. of Health.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period;see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Dental Hygientists/Assistants.
    • Chiropractic Assistants.
    • Licensed Practical Nurses.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Missouri  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
573-751-6083
www.dhss.mo.gov
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Montana  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 37 Ch.14


406-841-2385
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - one-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - one-year term; state or ARRTexam.
  • Limited - one-year term; state exam, 40 hours of approved training; can perform chest, extremities, spine, skull/sinuses (except internal auditory canal and mastoid series), abdomen, GI tract and bone densitometry exams.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory six hours and ARRT CE requirement.
  • Radiography - Not mandatory; only need proof of current ARRT certification.
  • Limited - Mandatory six hours in a one-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Dental Hygientists

  • Venipuncture - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; can only be performed by registered Radiologic Technologists.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; can only be performed by registered Radiologic Technologists.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Nebraska  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Sec. 71 - 3515.01
Title 180 Ch. 16
http://dhhs.ne.gov/publichealth/Pages/puh_enh_rad_index.aspx
402-471-4915
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography (Medical Radiographer) - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited - Two-year term; ARRT Limited Scope exam; can perform chest, extremities, skull/sinuses, spine, ankle/foot and abdomen exams.
  • Fusion Imaging - Two-year term; ARRT CT certification and Nuclear Medicine Certification from either ARRT or NMTCB.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited - Mandatory 24 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Physician Assistants.
    • Nurse Anesthetists may perform fluoroscopy with an R.T. present.
    • Dental Hygienists.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statue that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Medical Radiographer or Limited Radiographer.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited Radiographer.



Nevada  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ch. 457

http://health.nv.gov/
775-687-5394
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Mammography Three-year term; ARRT exam; NOTE: It is up to the owner/controller/user (machine registrant) to ensure training commensurate with the machines of interest.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Mammography Mandatory 15 hours in three-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.



New Hampshire  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:


Practices Licensed and Term:

Continuing Education Required:




New Jersey  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 26 Sec 26:2D
Title 7 Chapter 28 Subchapter 19 New Jersey Administrative Code
www.xray.nj.gov
609-984-5890
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State, ARRT or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited - Two-year term; ARRT Limited Scope exam; can perform chest, orthopedic, podiatric, urologic exams but not fluoroscopic, CT or bone densitometry exams.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy - Not mandatory.
  • Limited - Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.

  • Venipuncture - Permitted to perform venipuncture and administer medications and contrast media in accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:35-6.20
  • Medications - Permitted to perform venipuncture and administer medications and contrast media in accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:35-6.20
  • Contrast Media - Permitted to perform venipuncture and administer medications and contrast media in accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:35-6.20
  • Fluoroscopy - Licensed Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists are permitted to assist in fluoroscopic procedures provided that a licensed physician is physically in the room and directing the procedure.



New Mexico  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:

20.3.20 NMAC
www.nmenv.state.nm.us/
505-476-3264
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiologist Assistant Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited Two-year term; State board approved training/experience/exam or ARRT Limited Scope exam; podiatry, othopedic, thorax, skeletal or dental categories.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiologist Assistant Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Fusion Imaging Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:


    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.




New York  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Article 35 Title 1 Section 3501
Title 10 Part 89
www.health.state.ny.us/professionals/doctors/radiological/
www.assembly.state.ny.us/leg
518-402-7580
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original states standards are equivalent; Armed Forces provisions if passed ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original states standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original states standards are equivalent.
  • Radiology Assistant - RA licensed as a "Specialist Assistant"; Three-year term; State or ARRT exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Mammography - Mandatory 15 continuing education units in mammography during the 36 months immediately preceding the date of the facility's annual MQSA inspection, or the last day of the calendar quarter preceding the inspection or any date in between the two.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental hygienists
  • Venipuncture - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform. Special permit required from the state Department of Health.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - R.T. may administer contrast with additional certification by the Department.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform.



North Carolina  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
919-571-4141
www.ncradiation.net
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




North Dakota  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Article 33-10-06
has legislation for training only
www.health.state.nd.us/
701-328-5188
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography (General Diagnostic Operator) No renewal required; State, ARRT or ACRRT exam.
  • Limited (Limited Diagnostic Operator) No renewal required; No exam required-only passing grade/ course completion; can perform chest, ribs, abdomen, podiatry, skull/sinuses, extremities, spine categories.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Not mandatory.
  • Limited Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists



Ohio  top

  • Statutory Reference:

  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:

O.R.C. 4773 (radiologic technologist), O.R.C. 4774 (Radiologist Assistant)
O.A.C. 3701-72
www.odh.ohio.gov
(614) 752-4319
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography (Radiographer) - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State, ARRT or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging - PET/CT fusion procedures may be performed by a licensed nuclear medicine technologist or a licensed radiographer who has obtained training and demonstrated competency with the equipment and procedures. Radiopharmaceuticals may only be injected by a licensed nuclear medicine technologist or other licensed individual acting within their scope of practice. If the CT scanner operation for any other diagnostic radiographic procedures shall be operated by a licensed radiographer.
  • Limited (General X-ray Machine Operator ) - Two-year term; State exam; can perform under direct supervisor of licensed practitioner within scope of practitioner's practice.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 50 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 12 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 12 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 12 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited - Mandatory 12 hours in a two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Registered Nurses for some procedures, see O.A.C. 3701-72-04(D).
    • Dental Hygienists.
    • RCIS required for some Cardiac Catheterization procedures, see O.A.C. 3701-72-04(D).

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform.



Oklahoma  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
405-271-5243
www.ok.gov
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 50 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.



Oregon  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Chapter 688.405
OAR 333-100
www.obrt.state.or.us
503-731-4088
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiologist Assistant Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; able to peform fluoroscopy.
  • Radiography Two-year term; State exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging Two-year term; State exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited Two-year term; State exam/ training; can perform head, spine, chest & ribs, upper extremities, foot & ankle, bone densitometry.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiologist Assistant Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; can only be performed by Radiologist Assistant.



Pennsylvania  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 25
Ch. 18.201
www.dos.state.pa.us/bpoa/cwp
717-787-8503
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography No renewal required; ARRT exam; license needed in M.D. office only.
  • Nuclear Medicine No renewal required; ARRT exam; license needed in M.D. office only.
  • Radiation Therapy No renewal required; ARRT exam; license needed in M.D. office only.
  • Limited No renewal required; ARRT Limited Scope exam; can perform thorax & extremities, skull & sinus categories.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine Not mandatory.
  • Limited Not mandatory.



Rhode Island  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:

Ch. 5 - 68
www.health.ri.gov
401-222-2827
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine wo-year term; NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited Two-year term; must work 500 hours during three consecutive years; general radiography only under direct supervision of a licensed practitioner.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
    • Podiatry Assistants
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



South Carolina  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ch. 75 Sec. 44

www.scrqsa.org
803-771-6141
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Cardiac Invasive Specialist Two-year term; RCIS exam.
  • Limited Chiropractic, Limited General, Limited Bone Densitometry Two-year term; State board approved or ISCD exam; can perform general, chiropractic, bone densitometry categories.
  • Limited Podiatric/Chest Two-year term; ARRT exam; can perform chest, podiatric categories.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Cardiac Invasive Specialist Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited Chiropractic, Limited General, Limited Bone Densitometry Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Podiatric/Chest Mandatory six hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



South Dakota  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
n/a
n/a
605-773-6141
www.state.sd.us
Practices Licensed and Term:

Does not license personnel.




Tennessee  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 63 Ch. 6 & 9
0880-5.06
health.state.tn.us
800-778-4123
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; recipricol if original states licensure standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State or ARRT exam.
  • Limited - Two-year term; can perform chest, extremities, skull/sinuses, lumbar spine, bone densitometry; ARRT exam.
NOTE: Personnel (except for RAs) must be licensed only if they work outside of a hospital.

Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiography - Mandatory 20 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited - Mandatory 20 hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D.s/D.O.s
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Texas  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 25 Part I Ch. 143.1

www.dshs.state.tx.us/
512-834-6617
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited Two-year term; ARRT Limited Scope exam, ACRRT exam for Limited Chiropractic, CCI exam for Limited Cardiovascular ; can perform skull, cardiovascular, extremities, podiatric, chest, chiropractic, spine categories.
  • Non-certified Technician (NCT) Not allowed to perform dangerous or hazardous radiologic procedures; regulated by Texas Chiropractic, Podiatric, Medical or Nursing Boards
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Registered Nurses
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
    • Non-certified Technician; radiologic procedure not identified as dangerous or hazardous
  • Venipuncture - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Medications - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.



Utah  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Ch. 54 Sec.58-54-2
R156-54
www.dopl.utah.gov/index.html
866-275-3675
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; may be extended or shortened to maintain established renewal cycles; ARRT exam.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; may be extended or shortened to maintain established renewal cycles; NMTCB exam.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; may be extended or shortened to maintain established renewal cycles; ARRT exam.
  • Limited (Radiology Practical Techncian) Two-year term; may be extended or shortened to maintain established renewal cycles; ARRT Limited Scope exam; can perform core, extremities, chest, skull/sinuses or podiatric categories.
  • Bone Densitometry Equipment Operator (BDEO) Two-year term; may be extended or shortened to maintain established renewal cycles; ARRT Limited Scope BDEO exam.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 16 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 16 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 16 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 16 hours in two-year period.
  • Limited Mandatory 10 hours in two-year period.
  • Mammography Mandatory 32 hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Physician Assistants
    • Registered Nurses
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
    • Armed forces if holding a valid license
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Radiology Practical Technician.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Radiology Practical Technician.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform; Limited cannot perform.



Vermont  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 26 Ch.51

www.vtprofessionals.org
802-828-2390
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Fusion Imaging Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited Two-year term; State board approved or ARRT Limited Scope exam; can perform chest and extremities categories.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Radiation Therapy Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Nuclear Medicine Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Fusion Imaging Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Dental Hygienists/Assistants
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; must complete a course of instruction or demonstrate to a qualified expert the appropriate use of fluoroscopic equipment.



Virginia  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
Title 54.1 Ch. 2400 & 2900
18VAC 85-101-10
www.dhp.state.va.us/medicine
804-367-4400
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Two-year term; not required for persons who are employed by a licensed hospital; State or ARRT exam.
  • Limited Two-year term; State board approved or ARRT Limited Scope exam; chest/thorax, extremities, skull/sinuses, spine, podiatry; chiropractic; bone density categories. ACRRT exam for chiropractic; ISCD exam for bone densitometry.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
  • Limited Mandatory 12 hours in two-year period; see regulations for specific CE course requirements.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



Washington  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
WAC 246-926
RCW 18.84
www.doh.wa.gov/hsqa/professions/radiological_technologist/default.htm (Radiologic Technologist)
www.doh.wa.gov/hsqa/RadAssistant/Default.htm (Radiologist Assistant)
360-236-4941
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two-year term; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - Two-year term; State exam, graduation from an accredited program or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Two-year term; State exam, graduation from an accredited program or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy - Two-year term; State exam, graduation from an accredited program or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited - Two-year term; State board approved exam; extremities, pelvis, chest/ribs, spine, skull, abdomen and podiatry exams.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 50 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiography - Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy - Not mandatory.
  • Limited - Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors.
    • Podiatrists.
    • Physician Assistants.
    • Registered Nurses.
    • Dental Hygienists.

  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Contrast Media - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.



West Virginia  top

  • Statutory Reference:
WV Code 30-23-1 Article 23
  • Regulatory Reference:
11 CSR 9 (Radiologist Assistant); 18 CSR 1 (All other medical imaging practices)
  • Contact Information:
www.wvdhhr.org/wvbom (Radiologist Assistant); 304-558-2921
www.wvrtboard.org (All other medical imaging practices); 877-609-9869
Practices Licensed and Term:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Two years; ARRT exam.
  • Radiography - One-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocity considered on an individual basis.
  • Radiation Therapy - One-year term; State or ARRT Exam; reciprocity considered on an individual basis.
  • Nuclear Medicine - One-year term; State, NMTCB or ARRT Exam; reciprocity considered on an individual basis.
  • Limited - One-year term; can perform podiatry only (Podiatric Medical Assistant ); ASPMA exam.
  • Apprentice license - One-year term; limited number of renewals.
Continuing Education Required:
  • Radiologist Assistant - Mandatory 50 hours in a two-year period.
  • Radiography - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Radiation Therapy - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
  • Nuclear Medicine - Mandatory 24 hours in two-year period.
Other State Practice Information:
  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:
    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractor
    • Podiatrist
    • Dental assistant
    • Individual employed as a technologist in a federal facility
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform, but is stated as part of the scope of practice for the R.R.A.
  • Medications - Nuclear medicine.
  • Contrast Media - After consultation with, and under the supervision of, a physician who is immediately and physically available.
  • Fluoroscopy - Performance of non-interpretive fluoroscopic procedures according to institutional policy permitted.



Wisconsin  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
HFS 157.80

www.dhfs.wisconsin.gov
608-267-4797
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiography Technologists are not licensed but have ARRT certification requirements for persons equating CT, radiation therapy equipuipment.
  • Radiation Therapy Technologists are not licensed but have ARRT certification requirements for persons equating CT, radiation therapy equipuipment.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiography Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy Not mandatory.



Wyoming  top

  • Statutory Reference:
  • Regulatory Reference:
  • Contact Information:
W.S. 33-37-101-113

http://plboards.state.wy.us/radiology/index.asp
307-777-3507
Practices Licensed and Term:

  • Radiologist Assistant Two-year term; ARRT exam; no specific provisions for RA practice.
  • Radiography Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Nuclear Medicine Two-year term; State or NMTCB exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Radiation Therapy Two-year term; State or ARRT exam; reciprocal if original state's standards are equivalent.
  • Limited One-year term; State board- approved exam; skull/sinuses/spine; chest; upper & lower extremities; pectoral girdle excluding pelvis; podiatric; bone densitometry categories.
  • Special License for students if hardship or emergency conditions exist; good for one year; non renewable.
Continuing Education Required:

  • Radiologist Assistant No specific provisions for RA practice.
  • Radiography Not mandatory.
  • Nuclear Medicine Not mandatory.
  • Radiation Therapy Not mandatory.
  • Limited Not mandatory.
Other State Practice Information:

  • Medical personnel exempt from licensure laws:

    • M.D./D.O.
    • D.D.S.
    • Chiropractors
    • Podiatrists
    • Physician Assistants
    • Registered Nurses - advanced practice
  • Venipuncture - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.
  • Medications - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Contrast Media - States in writing in the statute who can and cannot perform; cannot be performed by Limited X-ray Machine Operator.
  • Fluoroscopy - Nothing is written in statute that states an R.T. can or cannot perform.

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