Working together to recognize the Radiology Technologist and Radiologist Assistant profession. The thoughts and views expressed in this podcast are their own and not affiliated with any groups, organizations or societies.
On this episode of CollaborationRA we are joined with guest host, Andrea Delony (MSRS, RT (R) (M), CRA), to have a casual conversation about management, team retention, and constructive ways to invest in those we are working with. Please know that the views and discussions in this podcast are our own and are not those of any professional societies or organizations. These are discussions with professionals within our industry to share our experiences and ideas. (00:51): Introduction to episode.(02:04): Introducing guest host Andrea Delony.(03:44): Learning more about Andrea's career journey and professional progression.(06:25): What management roles with “boots on the ground” roles offer to connecting with your team.(10:14): What the Certified Radiology Administrator certification brings and what is gained from this additional credential.(13:17): “Open to work” and the discussion on workplace retention and workplace toxicity; finding a balance.(19:13): Constructive ways to encourage workplace satisfaction, instill positivity, and suggestions when salary raises might not be an option. (31:32): What to consider when you see that sign-on bonus.(37:52): Advocacy and what it brings to the workplace environment.(43:44): Updates and closing out the show Thank you to all our listeners! If you are interested in having your own episode, please feel free to reach out to us and we will make it happen!
As we roll into the 4th season of CollaborationRA we brough on guest host, Nicole Ozinga, a registered PET/CT Nuclear Medicine technologist to visit with us about some of the legislation and professional advocacy that has been going on. We cover many topics and share personal experiences in our advocacy, be sure to listen in and get inspired! Timeline:· (00:51) Reece opens season four of CollaborationRA.· (01:47) Introducing Nicole Ozinga.· (04:30) Nicole shares how she first got exposed to the Nuclear Medicine.· (06:10) Understanding on the differences between Nuclear Medicine and PET CT and why those certifications are valuable.· (08:59) Discussing patient's understanding of radiation and developing a healthy understanding.· (10:44) Digging in deep to learn to learn how improving patient's exams led to Nicole's personal advocacy efforts.· (15:18) Sharing our advocacy stories and how they relate to best patient care practices· (17:46) Going to “Hill Day” and visiting the nation's capital, an inside perspective.· (24:36) Societies give you a safe space to be uncomfortable and build on professional strengths.· (27:03) Understanding the “Find Act” and the 2025 push that gained success with CMS.· (31:58) Discussing the RA, NMAA, Nuclear Medicine advocacy and supporting each other with state licensure in the future.· (37:00) Gaining knowledge that one sentence in legislation can have major outcomes on our professionals.· (42:52) Offering paygrades for advanced certifications and job roles as a retention model.· (44:18) Discussing the NMAA and the RA, the push for professional recognition.· (48:20) The radiologist shortage and how the extenders can be a “part” of the solution.· (52:51) Professional advocacy and workplace happiness can aid in retention efforts.· (53:57) Closing the episode out! We hope that you gain new perspectives and understanding with each discussion we have. Our profession is vital to the care patients receive and nothing showcases that better than sharing our stories. If you want to come on and share your perspective, find us at collaborationra@gmail.com and let us know!
This week was share our open mic with guest host, Joel Horsford, CEO of RadEmploy. Listen in as Mr. Horsford shares about the start of RadEmploy, employer and employee job connections, and how this company works to give Medical Imaging professionals a self-marketing space. We love connecting with Joel and joining the Fireside chats, bringing us all closer together through conversation. Timeline (00:52): Introduction(02:11): Mr. Horsford spends some time giving us a personal update and sharing of starting RadEmploy; with the goal of opening up access to care through staffing solutions.(03:59): Finding the inspiration for starting RadEmploy and what their website offers and how it caters to the Medical Imaging professionals.(08:50): We share about the growth of RadEmploy how to join, free membership for medical imaging professionals and growing you brand.(15:39): Going through some of the more changes we have seen in the industry and making yourself marketable.(19:14): Discussing changes in the applying, hiring, and branding yourself in the job market space, coming into more current times.(22:17): Taking a look behind the scenes of RadEmploy.(23:16): Student engagement and working towards increasing awareness for the career pathway of medical imaging.(26:53): Sharing on past working experiences post completing education; exploring a more personal story.(33:02) Looking into the future of Rademploy, upcoming Fireside chats, and ongoing discussions of the RA profession.(36:05) Closing the episode. We want to thank Joel for always connecting with us and looking at new ways to enhance how our future is moving. Thank you to all our listeners and those who subscribe to our podcast, we are grateful for the continued support.https://www.rademploy.com/
In this episode we get to sit down with again with Caitlin Clark, board member for the LSRT, to hear about some of the important factors of putting on state affiliate CEU lectures. Listen is as we talk about student engagement, vendor agreements, and what all happens behind the scenes to make these events happen. (00:37) Welcome back to Collaboration RA, Marcelene and Reece reconnect! (04:19) The start of “throwing the party” (06:03) Connecting with our industry and putting those connections into the conference. (09:59) Finding lectures that connect with audience, time slots, and breakout sessions. (14:26) Location, location, location; making things effective and affordable. (1906) Forming and maintain vendor relationships; engaging students to assist in the process. (21:24) Connecting with other speakers, the attendees, and vendors. (23:32) Professional engagement, lectures, and troubleshooting some of the hiccups along the way. (27:33) Connecting with student audiences, topics that relate to them, and long-term growth opportunities. (31:50) Attendance and location determination. (33:45) looking to the future and upcoming event planning with the LSRT. (35:25) Speaking at conferences, the commitment, and gaining a life skill through speaking. (38:26) Closing advise for the seminar and connecting with vendors. (39:32) Closing remarks We love our different state affiliates and getting to reconnect with them every opportunity we can. They support local and state efforts and encourage engagement in our profession. A big thank you to the LSRT, all our state and local societies for all the hard work you all do to make these conferences possible.
❗❗THIS IS A CALL TO ACTION ❗❗ "Here's where we choose to be rad, we choose to be seen and we refuse to be ignored" - Brandon Smith Want to know what all the push is about with signing the petition for recognition with the Office of Management and Budget? We got you covered! Brandon Smith, Chair of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, joins Marcelene Forbus to have a quick discussion about the importance of professional recognition that can be gained through signing this petition! Take 7 minutes to listen, learn on what it is your advocating for, and share the petition link that will be located in the comments!!! We have until August 12th to make our impact. It's our time to #BeSeen
In this quick episode we take you behind the scenes of the Society of Radiology Physician Extenders (SRPE) to get to know some of the attendees. Listen in as a few of us share in the value of going to these conferences and what Radiologist Assistant (RA) students gain through their attendance. It is amazing the network you can build in conferences like these and it is what elevates and educates our community. If you are considering becoming an RA student or are a technologist who enjoys lectures from a Radiologist's perspective, these are great ways to get your CEUs! Check out the SRPE website at https://www.srpeweb.org
This week our featured guest host is Kenzi Samuelson. Mrs. Samuelson has been practicing in the industry as an ultrasound tech for almost a decade and wanted to come on the open mic to share her experiences in the profession. Listen in as we engage in conversations and learn more about our struggles, how to overcome them and ways that we can continue to progress in our profession. In this episode we start out by sharing what inspired Mrs. Samuelson to enter the industry and where her experiences have brough her up to know. She speaks on entering the profession and some of the challenges new sonographers face and how to work towards working together to build a better future. In her current role she seems many opportunities for the profession to grow and progress and speaks on how we can work together to achieve those advancements. Mrs. Samuelson found is while looking into radiology specific advanced practice providers and that lead us into further conversations. Listen in as we learn more about the advanced roles in medical imaging and how we can come together to understand what it is that each of us can bring to our medical imaging departments to aid in our radiologist daily workflow. If you are interested in entering the ultrasound industry, Mrs. Samuelson's advice is to attend an accredited program. https://www.caahep.org Our podcast doesn't represent any societies; these conversations/thoughts/views expressed in this episode (as with all our episodes) are our own.
For this episode we invited A Couple Of Rad Techs Podcast, Chaundria Singleton, on to collaborate and connect as one platform for the evening. We speak candidly on current events and the effects they have on our profession and how we can lead together to continue the rise in our voices. Check out the timeline below an listen to the conversation flow. Timeline: (00:52) Opening and introduction (03:13) How Chaundria got her start in the medical imaging industry and finding her passion. (06:11) Finding the pathway from graduating, constraining, and then going into multiple modalities. (07:55) What radiology-based podcasts, value in conversations, and investing in yourself can bring to you and your profession. (12:32) What others have learned on our platforms and likewise, what we have learned from our guests and conversations. (17:04) Recognizing the positive change, removing the competition mentality, and how educational standards have made an impact. (22:04) How setting and leading by example can make a big impact. (23:33) Social media and podcasting; connecting the two to increase understanding and engagement. (25:50) Recognition doesn't mean competition. (27:11) How recent events have pulled us together, articles that impact us, and finding our voices to continue raising the bar. (29:27) Advocacy and its various forms. (34:22) How positive leadership can make positive impacts in the workplace. (36:38) Wrapping up the conversation and closing the episode out. We really wanted to thank Chaundria for coming on and sharing a platform together. Together we share in the passion of continuing to inspire, educate, and elevate our profession. This was such a treat for us to put together this episode, we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did!
In this episode we spend time in casual conversation with fellow RA and friend Wesley Shay. We hit on many topics but during the whole conversation you can hear how social media and word of mouth impact our profession. As we look at moving forward, consider what impact you want to make and how to make it more constructive. Timeline: (00:51) Intro and introducing Wesley Shay. (02:39) Meeting Wesley and presenting at the conferences. (04:41) Coming together and validating the information of our profession through the RA 101 lectures. (10:03) Job market trends, credentialing, and new RA graduates coming into the industry. (12:12) Credentialing and being the first in the industry to introduce the RA profession. (17:10) Inspiring RT students to see the value in the RA and educators understanding our roles. (19:49) Recognizing differences in advocacy and the changes we have noticed over the past 2 yrs. (24:00) Value in the podcast and giving others networking and freedom of connection. (27:38) Recognizing the role of radiologic technologist, the value you in numbers and elevating their voice. (29:02) Value in CEU conferences and upcoming events. (32:17) Impacts of our comments on social media and how we can move from non-constructive to constructive ways on promoting and elevating the profession. (36:24): Closing the episode out and sharing in some laughs. We want to thank Mr. Shay for taking the time to come on and visit with us. Our mic is always on and we want to share in conversations with you! Join us!
This week host Marcelene Forbus took to the open mic to share the inspiration for our recent social media post on recognizing the foundation that radiology has. Listen in as she takes you on an in-depth look into developing self-recognition, speaking respect, and understanding that we all already have everything we need to make an impact. Timeline: (00:51): Marcelene opens the show. (01:32): Sharing on recent conference, collaborating among societies, and reaffirmed support for the RA. (03:15): Speaking on the post “just going to be blunt for a minute” and changing the narrative. (04:50): Inspiration for the post, comparing ourselves, and our foundation. (06:35): Our education and supporting those who desire to pursue higher learning. (08:44): Advancing into multiple modalities and learning this is our opportunity specifically for us. (09:19): Radiology based mid-levels and the value of supporting this pathway. (10:21): Radiology professionals advancing into hospital administrative roles and added value to the profession. (11:51): Learning where radiology has room to grow, finding our voice, gaining unity and self-recognition. (15:27): Closing remarks Below is the ASRT's national campaign Be Seen link and commercial site! https://www.asrt.org/beseen Thank you everyone for finding value in the podcast, opening conversations with us, and listening in as we speak and inspire each other to learn more about who we all are. Your support is always of great value to us.
This week we got a few of us RA's to come together and discuss some of the positive things we are seeing in the profession and what the positive moment is bringing with it. Listen in as Marcelene Forbus, Reece Burgoon, Derek Maderios, Sue Wertz, Sean Wiley, and Will Bryant hit on topics like career opportunities, recognition with legislators, state/national discussions, RA travelers, and attending the ARPE and SRPE conferences. We want to thank all of those who listen to the podcast and advocate for the profession. Advocacy is more than just seeing the value in the RA pathway, it's about advocating for the pathways all of us have available in Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy! Keep finding that value and letting everyone know it's there!
On this episode we get the honor to sit and visit with Jason Newmark and Kim Evans with the AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management. We wanted to know more about the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) credentials and the value that this certification can bring to those of us in leadership positions! Enjoy the listen as we hit many of the topics that are happening in our departments, as we all learn and grow stronger together! Timeline: (00:51) Introduction: Jason Newmark and Kim Evans. (04:49) Finding how we connect with common backgrounds. (05:49) Learning about the AHRA and what their society can offer to our imaging leadership/management teams and developing into upper administrative roles. (13:03) Value in corporate partnerships, AHRA website, the 2024 conference and CEUs. (20:27) Learning about the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) and the value it brings. (23:29) Eligibility for the CRA certification, education behind obtaining this certification and climbing that corporate ladder. (27:21) Practice test and education material to aid in obtaining the CRA credentials. (28:52) Personal experience of the CRA certification and what management roles look like with this certification. (31:30) How the CRA can offer benefits to those who may not be climbing the administrative ladder but want to engage in better understanding and team dynamics. (36:05) How the CRA credentials can sort of verify the experience of those in leadership roles and the future of recognizing the CRA certification. (38:00) The Radiologist Assistant (RA) role and leadership impacts on the professional and technical side of daily tasks. (43:23) Rebuilding what is “Radiology”, building our bonds, and the “BeSeen” campaign. (47:43) Closing the episode. A special thanks to Mr. Newmark and Mrs. Evans for coming on and sharing about the AHRA society and the CRA credentials and certification. Please check out the websites below to learn more about the AHRA or the CRA. https://www.ahra.org/home https://www.crainfo.org https://www.crainfo.org/CRA/Take_the_CRA_Exam/Study_and_Reference_Materials/CRA/Take_the_Exam/CRA_Study_Reference_Materials.aspx?hkey=8687f757-c981-4942-9997-143c0dcc3c34
This week we got the opportunity to visit with James Armo, who joined us all the way from Ghana, Africa. In this episode we look at some of the differences between the educational programs overseas in comparison to the United States and what are the things that connect us as professionals. We were so grateful to have had this chance to visit with Mr. Armo and we are wishing him the best as he hits the career force and works towards higher education! Timeline: (00:53) Introduction and meeting James Armo. (02:12) Education, future certifications, learning apps, and education on equipment. (04:58) Degree level programs, workforce outlook, and pay range based on location. (08:02) Learning forensics and medical imaging embedded into radiology programs. (10:30) Being recognized as professionals, society involvement and getting your community to get to know you. (14:09) Learning about their imaging degree plan, difference from the US, and what is embedded in our different programs. (20:17) Future plans post graduate and making goals. (23:27) looking at global recognition, working towards something bigger, and the impacts of social media/podcasts. (26:00) How social media worked to unite us for this episode. (27:00) Diversity in medical imaging and finding several ways to embrace our differences. (27:37) Closing remarks. Thank you Mr. Armo for coming on with us, sharing about you education, and what you are hopeful in the future of our profession. Connection always brings higher learning, and we were excited to have these discussions. We are wishing him all the best in all that he does!
Today's episode we get to sit down with featured guest host, James Reaves (RT, CT, MR), to learn more about how the Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologist (GSRT) is working towards strengthen recognition in their state. One of the ways that they are doing this, is through visiting the Georgia Capitol and educating on the importance of our profession. This episode gives you an inside look at the rules being promulgated and HB 434 and how other states can put together their own capitol visits. Timeline: (00:51) Introducing guest host James Reaves (05:04) The inspiration and involvement to better recognition. (13:07) Discussing the promulgation of rules and what HB 434 means for Georgia. (14:31) The process of putting together a capital visit for 60+ students, technologist, and Radiologist Assistants (RA). (19:36) Setting yourself apart and the importance of meeting in person. (21:11) Tips and tricks for making the most success out of a capital visit. (22:49) The success of lining legislation up, following through, and visiting with representatives. (24:11) The inspiration that set James into motion on putting together multiple capitol visits. (26:42) The power of teaching advocacy at the start of medical imaging education and ASRT programs to help encourage student technologist to become more active in advocacy. (31:16) What “We're working for you” looks like behind the scenes. (34:29) The start of the RA lectures, Georgia's impacts, and learning more about the RA. (38:12) Educating at a state and national level to make a greater impact. (39:54) The power of negotiation to better achieve legislative success. (40:39) Closing remarks. A big thank you to Mr. Reaves as he took time after a busy day at the capitol, to come on and share with us their experiences. We are humbled by his continued excitement in working towards advocacy efforts and seeing success for the state of Georgia. We are wishing them all luck with the promulgated rules and HB 434!
On this episode we share our mic with Texas Lobbyist, Kyle Frazier, as he shares open advice on what advocacy for radiology-based professionals should look like. He spends time sharing the importance a lobbyist can play in the legislative role, how to advocate effectively, and the importance of making connections with representatives. This episode of all about empowering our process and educating consistently on our roles, with/without legislation in process. Mr. Frazier joins us with an extensive history in advocacy and has spent more than 3 decades in his role as a lobbyist. As we look at gaining higher recognition as the 3rd largest healthcare professional, we he about about how we have to be willing to advocate at the highest level. Gain better insight and help us work towards raising that recognition bar! Timeline: (00:51) Introducing Kyle Frazier. (03:00) The unity of the RRA and RPA in Texas, leading to unity in states moving forward. (06:25) How, who, and what is a Lobbyist? (09:15) The importance a Lobbyist can bring during advocacy in support/opposing legislation. (11:46) Monetary value and personal advocacy, evaluating time and necessary support. (17:07) Advantages of having a lobbyist, society involvement, grassroots, building connections, and becoming the expert for seeking advice. (26:39) Making that local level impact in the most effective ways. (28:49) Advocating like the 3rd largest professional and making it a constant. (36:33) Final thoughts and closing the episode out. A huge thank you to Mr. Frazier for taking time out of his busy schedule to come on and share ways that we can become stronger advocates in our industry. We are beyond grateful for the continued connect and support over the years!
This week our featured guest is Melody Mulaik, President of Revenue Cycle Coding Strategies. Listen in as she takes time with us to shed light on some of the questions that continue to be raised about billing for the Radiologist Assistant (RA) profession. We take and extensive look into the 2019 CMS billing guidelines, incident to, value in the RA, seeking support, MARCA, and how Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy professionals can advance into the medical billing and coding profession. Disclaimer: This podcast episode was record for the purpose of offering an opportunity to openly discuss some of billing guidelines and gaining better clarification for RA professionals. Opening conversations help us know where we need better support and can lead to a more unified understanding as we progress the profession forward. Links to the content discussed can be found below the timeline. Timeline: (00:52): Opening remarks and guest host Melody Mulaik (03:14): Speaking about supporting national legislation to halt or stop Medicare cuts. (07:18): Going through 2019's changes that now RA to perform diagnostic imaging procedures under “direct” supervision. (10:32): Breaking down Transmittal 251 and “concept does not apply”. (14:42): Exploring the gray areas of billing and lack of billing for inpatient procedures. (16:55): Value in various pieces of utilizing the RA while also bring mindful of tracking/billing. (18:27): Speaking about MARCA, rural communities, seeking CMS guidance and having conversations. (24:32): Incident to guidelines and what falls under the incident to rules. (29:43): Brief discussion over prior MARCA language. (31:31): Radiologist shortages and how extenders can play a vital role in assisting with departmental flow and a type of triage process for procedures and case workup. (34:48): E&M coding and who can provide those services. (35:14): Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy pathways into medical billing and coding. (37:30): Having the hard conversations, gaining better understanding, and becoming more unified as to why we are seeking CMS/MARCA support. (39:17): Thanking Melody Mulaik for coming on with us and closing remarks. To support the halt or stop to Medicare cuts go to https://fixmedicarenow.org/take-action?vvsrc=/Campaigns/108965/Respond and submit a letter to your state representatives. Transmittal 251: https://www.cms.gov/Regulations-and-Guidance/Guidance/Transmittals/2018downloads/R251BP.pdf We were truly grateful to have this conversation with Ms. Mulaik. While there are no new rule changes, we wanted to come together and educate why the RA is seeking CMS and MARCA support. The more we can all understand and unify, the more consistent our message will be.
Fellow Radiologic Technologists and guest hosts Travis Winsett and Cade Little, join us on the open mic to ask questions as they consider advancing their career into the extender role. We share on the various opportunities that are out there and how to assist in making the right decisions when looking at advancing your career in medical imaging. In this episode we also share extensively on the RA role, the definition of supervision, how supervision is determined, and what RA's can and are credentialed to perform. We share on what life in the roles of Marcelene and Reece are typically like and what others considering this field can gain from these conversations. Timeline: 00:51: Introducing our guests 03:25: What piques the interest in the Radiologist Assistant (RA) role. 05:41: Key factors to consider when looking at the RA role vs the PA (Physician Assistant) role. 11:17: The roles do the RA's fill and how involvement of the Radiologist. 15:00: Defining supervision, how supervision is defined, and credentialing. 18:08: Billing components (Technical and Professional). 20:01: The extent of the scope of practice (image guided biopsies). 22:37: Different definitions; “Preliminary” and “Initial Observation”. 24:33: Working towards better recognition. 30:03: Dual role; Radiographer and Radiologist Assistant. 31:48: Open discussion on how others outside the podcast view the RA concept. 35:57: Post conversation and consideration for going the RA pathway. 39:10: Closing out the episode. We want to thank Travis and Cade for taking the time to come on with us and sharing about the many considerations that they have when looking to consider the RA pathway. While there can be many answers to the same questions, we hope that we were able to give a little bit of clarity on what many of us considered when we went through the process. Thank you everyone for tuning in and finding value in every episode! We are grateful for the growing fan base and the elevation of each of our voices.
Join us as we get to sit with UT Heath in San Antonio's program Director, Laura P. Vasquez (Ph.D, MS, RVT, RT, MR, MRSO), as she shares about the program they are offering. This is the first ver entry into the program at a master's level that offers students the education, training, and opportunity to become multimodality certifications. We hit on several topics during this discussion with the order of the content below: The demand for education, market trends, and what multimodality trained technologist have to offer our industry. Changes in education that has been seen over the years, leading up to programs of higher education and training. The definition of professionalism, COVID trends, advocacy and the trends that are happening in medical imaging (and all of medicine). UT Health San Antonio's masters level program, what it offers to it's students, what entering the program looks like, and what students can expect to achieve. Investing in our own, heightening awareness of levels of education and the importance of the education medical imaging professionals have in advocacy. The rigor of programs at UT Health in San Antonio and the start of the first cohort. Face to face vs hybrid programs and investing resources in earlier education with STEM programs to drive more students into the medical imaging pathway. Current workforce issues and looking to fill the void with traveling technologist; missing the opportunity to build and maintain a team. What students are looking at as they go through these programs and working in the industry. Educating on the Radiologist Assistant role and how it plays a key part in where our industry if currently at. Understanding the importance of advocating for new industry growth and investing in those who are trailblazing the process. Closing the program up and sharing on the future hope of the students currently enrolled in this masters level program. It was such an honor to have Dr. Vasquez on with us and share on the importance of recognizing professionals and investing in the future of the profession. Our thoughts and views align as we each look at how we want to see the industry grow and maintain recognition.
In this short episode Marcelene Forbus and Reece Burgoon spend some time recapping over the last 2 seasons on the CollabroationRA podcast. We share on some of the highlights and our excitement for what Season 3 will bring in 2024 year. Some of our RA community wanted to take a moment to come on and stake a moment to thank our listeners as we closed out the 2023 year. CollabroationRA is wishing everyone a very safe and happy holiday season.
This week we are joined with guest hosts Christine Eckenrod (R, CT, MR) and Tiffany Shaffer (RT) come on the air to share about the value of being a clinical instructor (CI) can bring. There are many benefits outside of financial gain and we share each of our experiences in teaching and the ways in which it has given back during our careers. In this episode we all learn that “everyone has something to offer” -Christine Eckenrod. A special congratulations to Ms. Shaffer as she won Clinical Instructor of the year award at Penn College. What an amazing accomplishment to receive from the students you are educating and training. Timeline: · (00:37) Intro · (02:36) Teaching others offers its own unique perks · (05:16) Reflecting on being a student and picking up on the tools to better your skillset. · (06:40) Difficulties in finding those who want to be a Clinical Instructor and bringing value to an unpaid role. · (09:22) Requirements to become a Clinical Instructor and what extra it requires out of their typical work day. · (14:38) The difference between a Clinical Instructor and a Clinical Coordinator/Director. · (15:16) Cohort sizes and per/post covid. · (17:32) Clinical rotations offered to those who attend Penn College's radiology based programs. · (18:34) RT students working with RA professionals · (19:56) How being a Clinical Instructor can lead towards advancing your career to transition into the educational career path. · (21:01) How teaching others has its benefits as we each share what we gain in the process. · (24:58) Advice for those considering becoming Clinical Instructors and recognizing that we all have something to offer. · (28:54) Light bulb moments and the ability to enhance others skillsets. · (30:01) CEU Courses that the ASRT offers to those who want to make the tack into becoming a Clinical Instructor. · (31:35) How educators can use podcasts and directed readings during their didactic training and how those discussions can make an impact on students. · (34:21) Working with the RA/PA, learning about the role, and getting the right information out. · (38:11) MARCA legislation and a special congratulations to the Anesthesiologist Assistant. · (40:22) Discussions as we come closer to wrapping things up · (40:35) Closing We want thank Mrs. Eckenrod and Ms. Shaffer for coming on with us and sharing on the value Clinical Instructors have in the industry. Students are the future of our profession and the clinical skills that technologist have to offer brings value to future generations. We were honored to have these conversations.
This week's guest hosts are Terrence Licciardi (RA) and Elizabeth Eslich (RA) who come on to share in conversation with us about how we practice in state with/without licensure of the Radiologist Assistant (RA). Please check out our website at www.collaborationra.com for any of the information regarding how RA's practice. Timeline: · (00:37) Intro · (02:00) Opening discussing about the episode and the coming together of the RRA and RPA in state-by-state legislation. · (04:09) Defining what certification, licensure, and Physician Delegation Act are and what purpose each of them serves. · (05:57) Advice on where to find the best and accurate information when looking for licensure information. · (07:09) The importance role of credentialing and Physician Delegation Act in states with/without licensure. · (10:20) Why states resist licensure and the cost/resources of forming a state board. · (13:23) Different ways that state licensure/recognition can happen and how the RA does practice when there is no licensure. · (17:07) The huge piece, credentialing and how that works. · (21:03) How state licensure can affect the future of the profession and MARCA legislation. · (26:21) Closing remarks A special thanks to Mr. Licciardi and Mrs. Eslich for coming on with us to share an open conversation with us. We hope this helps gain some clarity on how we do, what we are able to do!
Part 2 of the continued ASRT discussion!! We sent an open invitation to the ASRT to hear about some of what's happening behind the scenes of the imaging profession. We were thrilled to share the open mic with ASRT CEO, Melissa Pergola (ED.D., RT (R) (M), FASRT), and ASRT President, Brandon Smith (M.B.A., M.S.R.S, RT (R) (VI), CIIP). Listen in and join us in a discussion on gaining perspective about the value of membership and what engaging the profession can do. You are going to get an inside a look at some of the upcoming things happening in the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy profession. Timeline (Part1): · (00:37) Picking up where we left off! · (01:46) Discussion about “initial observations” and the responsibilities of a technologist to understand what's on the images that we obtain. · (03:18) Championing the people and the processes while recognizing that it is not a threat to others expertise. · (05:28) A discussion on legislation and encroachment from other specialties while the ASRT/Technologist has never attempted to encroach on other medical professionals. · (12:38) Radiology is taking on social media to gain awareness and perspective of who we are as professionals and the work we do on a regular basis. · (14:47) Taking the time to thank those in the process while also recognizing that our roles are of value. · (20:39) ASRT's PR campaign and what that is going to look like when it is released. · (23:16) Celebrating a profession that is over 103 yrs old and the equity that we have earned as imaging professionals. How we can move forward to be “seen”. · (31:31) The juggle of working on a professional society and being a “person” and working on a board that has a goal of being more approachable to Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy professionals. · (36:01) Working in state societies and recognizing the boots on the ground efforts that are made. Speaking on how those experiences can better enable you at a national level. We spend some times sharing on vacant spots or chairs that are being filled by the same person term after term. · (39:13) Being active in a society doesn't always mean sitting on the board, volunteering is a great opportunity to be involved. · (42:26) Ways to get involved in your profession. The ASRT encourages others to reach out directly with the board to find ways to help keep the profession moving forward. · (44:48) As we near closing out the episode we openly discuss the work that it takes to keep societies and recognition of the profession on the forefront of the work that is being done. · (46:39) Closing statements. A huge thank you for the ASRT, Melissa Pergola, and Brandon Smith for helping make this episode to happen! We hope it was able to give listeners a front row seat to learning some of the things our national society is working towards, respecting the value we have always had, and learning how we are pushing the bar to recognition of our value.
Engage in this 2-part series! We sent an open invitation to the ASRT to hear about some of what's happening behind the scenes of the imaging profession. We were thrilled to share the open mic with ASRT CEO, Melissa Pergola (ED.D., RT (R) (M), FASRT), and ASRT President, Brandon Smith (M.B.A., M.S.R.S, RT (R) (VI), CIIP). Listen in and join us in a discussion on gaining perspective about the value of membership and what engaging the profession can do. You are going to get an inside a look at some of the upcoming things happen in the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy profession. Timeline (Part1): · (00:37) introductions. · (04:05) Congratulations to Melissa Pergola and Brandon Smith for being sworn in and recognized in their new positions with the ASRT! · (04:37) A personal look into what the day to day is like as CEO of the ASRT. · (07:05) Budling the relationship between Radiologist and Technologist. · (09:46) Learning more on the role of the President's role on the ASRT and the indicatives that are being set forth and a first-hand look into how we are going to achieve recognition and visibility of the profession. · (19:26) It's not a “me thing” it's a we thing” and fulfilling a promise. · (20:19) Recognizing and honoring the past to be able to build for the future and pushing the bar. · (22:25) Being aware of state by state legislation, being tapped in, elevating/progressing the profession and seeing beyond the CEUs. · (26:38) Sustaining a society through COVID and being a contributor to the future of the profession. · (31:18) ASRT's avenues and programs to teach on advocacy and engaging in the profession. · (33:08) Learning about those behind the scenes working in the ASRT; their contributions and value that they bring to the profession. · (35:59) How politics plays a huge role in your career and putting yourself in the middle of the work that is being done. · (39:35) Finding value in not only the work you do, but the value in the work others are doing to care for our patients and loved ones. · (40:46) The purpose and work from the ASRT and recognizing the work they are doing to uphold the investment of membership. · (43:14) Finding value and passion in the work that we do and leaving the profession better than we found it. · (46:26) Exit…To be continued A huge thank you for the ASRT, Melissa Pergola, and Brandon Smith for helping make this episode to happen! We hope it was able to give listeners a front row seat to learning some of the things our national society is working towards, respecting the value we have always had, and learning how we are pushing the bar to recognition of our value.
On this week's episode Hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) invited an AI based company to come on and share how this technology is advancing the MRI space! Our featured guest host, Gil Shetrit, takes time to share about Medic Vision Imaging Solutions and how this integration enhances image quality and improves the overall experiences of patients, technologists, and physicians. A special thanks to Rotem Koren for sharing with us about this unique company and helping pull everything together to make this episode a success! Timeline: · (00:37) Intro · (00:37) Meeting Gil Shetrit · (01:55) Introduction into Medic Vision, enhancing image quality, improved workflow, improved scan time, and improved patient experiences. · (03:37) Opening up to embracing AI and global trends. · (05:23) Personal experiences during MRI scan and how AI can shorten time in the bore, enhance image quality, and improve efficiency. · (07:33) Educating and seeing professional processes in play can demonstrate the positive impacts it can have in a department. · (09:33) Positive impacts while keeping image quality first! · (11:13) How the Medic Vision software works from a technologist standpoint. · (13:01) Integration of AI software on single/multiple scanners and different model types. · (15:06) How this software is global, FDA approved, and ways the post processing can be completed. · (17:04) How AI is our friend · (20:38) Decreased scan times offer the ability to perform exams without sedation in some instances, possibly decreasing additional risks. · (22:03) Evidence and support in the process utilizing AI. · (25:25) Implementation of technology with seamless integration among technologist and radiologist. · (30:09) Seeing is believing with advancements in people and processes. · (33:11) Closing discussions and future conferences for networking with Medic Vision. · (35:21) Closing We truly want to thank Medic Vision for taking the time to visit with us and educate us on how AI is being used in the MRI space. It was truly our honor to have made these connections that turned into a great podcast episode! To learn more, be sure to check out their webpage at https://www.medicvision.com
On this episode we are joined with Ryan Rosario (RT, CT, MR) who you may know by his handle “Radiographerryan”. He joins us to share on how he has been tapping into social media to better educate on the role of Medical Imagers and the value we bring to medicine and patient care. Below the timeline is a link to the RA role and practice standards set forth by the ASRT Timeline: · (0:37) Intro · (1:39) Tapping into social media to share on our roles as Medical Imagers. · (6:48) Ryan's start as a technologist and what he aspires to see in the future. · (8:00) Advice for others considering tapping into social media to share about our profession. · (12:11) Unity and forming bonds to continue in the strength of our profession. · (15:22) Encroachment in other states and understanding the importance of that voice. · (16:37) The Radiologist Assistant (RA) and understanding of RA/RT initial observations. · (19:37) The RA programs, preceptorship, completing education, and credentialing. · (22:39) Others in Medical Imaging understanding that elevating others and education offers many benefits. · (25:49) Sharing recent thoughts on programs offering management shadowing to RT students. · (27:47) Going through CT to cross train into MRI and the benefits. · (29:58) Discussion on interest into the RA pathway and how management type skillsets assist in the RA roles. · (34:40) Ryan's personal thoughts on the podcast and what it was like to be a guest with us. · (35:03) Closing remarks. Pages 23-31: RA and initial observations guidelines: https://www.asrt.org/docs/default-source/practice-standards/ps_raa.pdf?sfvrsn=1ae076d0_22
A group of RA's comes together to share on debunking the myths that surround the profession and share on the growth within the profession. Together we hit some of the harder topics surrounding salary, the current job market, how we practice in states without RA licensure, and how we can better educate on our profession. Marcelene Forbus and Reece Burgoon were joined by some of our fellow RA's ( Wesley Shay, David Hardwick, Elisabeth Eslich, Derek Medeiros, Joseph Ferreri, and Heather Berge) to help gain different perspectives in these discussions. Timeline: (0:37) Intro (4:07) State recognition and discussion over states without RA licensure. (11:09) RA 2018 and 2023 salary survey through the SRPE. (14:32) Current job market and turn over of RA positions that are going unfilled. (19:42) Understanding that various types of midlevels can work well together in the different roles. (21:53) Finding the solution to educating properly on the RA at the RT educational programs. (29:20) RT offers advanced pathways similar to other healthcare professionals. (32:05) Doing your own research and using caution when seeking information out from others or the internet. (36:29) Educating on how professionals societies work towards better recognition. (39:30) Rise in applicants to RA programs and are there enough programs to filled the job market demand. (42:43) Attending RA specific conferences to better learn about the profession and gain perspective. (46:04) closing remarks. Information below explains salary survey and practice standards from the SRPE, ASRT, and ARRT and is all current to date: https://www.srpeweb.org/about-us/order-compensation-surevey.html https://www.asrt.org/docs/default-source/practice-standards/ps_raa.pdf?sfvrsn=1ae076d0_22 https://www.arrt.org/pages/earn-arrt-credentials/credential-options/registered-radiologist-assistant
*Disclaimer: This podcast was solely designed with the purpose of engaging with other imaging professionals. The individuals in this episode are Medical Imaging professionals and NOT physicians. The content in this episode are based on things we (as Medical Imagers) have learned at professional conferences, working within the industry, and through our educational experiences. For the best information/facts on breast cancer statistics, risk factors, or care; please consult your physician to receive the quickest and best possible care possible. In this episode we get to sit down and visit with Mammographer (and fellow RT), Deborah Thames (MSRS, RT, (M)(Q)), to speak on the industry! We highlight many topics in this discussion and had a great time learning together on our various roles in the industry. Timeline: (0:37) Intro (2:23) Deborah Thames start in the industry and training to become a mammographer. (5:53) Meeting patients needs and comfort in receiving care during mammogram examinations. (9:50) Students training in mammography, patient interaction, and gaining through experiences. (15:56) The different avenues that mammography has to offer for growth and experience to this in the industry. (19:17) Technical changes/advancements in the industry. (22:19) AI in breast imaging. (23:44) Difficulties mammogrpahers face in the industry. (26:21) Discussion over some of the statistics in breast cancer and annual examinations. (28:39) Speaking on men and women with breast cancer, early detection, and self exams. (30:51) Understanding minor and major risk factors and how those play a role in annual examinations. (32:05) Accreditation in mammography (35:16) Getting to know the Radiologist Assistant and our educational backgrounds. (39:02) Obtaining higher education to better enhance the medical imaging industry and care of our patients. (41:04) The importance of state laws and proper recognition for the safety of patients and medical imaging professionals. (43:51) Closing remarks.
Hosts Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) and Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) come on and share a few things that are happening with the podcast, RA statistics/support, upcoming episodes, and some CEU/Society events! Here is what you can catch up on... Timeline: (0:37) Intro (2:29) Webpage update with forum page, how to connect on our website. (6:20) Upcoming: RA roundtable #2, debunking fact from fiction. (11:12) RA's numbers at nationally, state by state, and licensing recognition. (14:47) How to locate state laws and research on the profession and for the RA. (17:19) Upcoming edits/recordings. (19:56) Professional CEU conferences, notice of enhanced state society outreach, and connecting. (26:43) Closing
This weeks episode is all about understanding your states affiliate to the ASRT and state representation of the profession. On this episode we got to sit with some of the Louisiana Society of Radiologic Technologist (LSRT) board to hear what they have done to continue success and the value societies have to offer with becoming a member. Thank you Allison Puente (MSRS, RT, CT), Sarah Barnes (MBA, RT, CT), and Caitlan Clark (MSRS, RT, CRA) for coming on with us and sharing about your society and advocacy! Episode Timeline: (0:36) Introductions. (4:35) LSRT meeting recap and the value having attended this conference, (6:19) LSRT Board members and their start to society involvement (10:54) The value of membership and getting involved. (15:21) Value locations and targeting your audience to optimize attendance. (19:15) The rise of the profession and new student enrollment through state RT/RA programs. (21:11) Who our societies advocate to protect and clearing the confusion of state board vs state affiliate/society. (25:17) Investing in yourself, advocating, and membership dues. (27:19) The cost of hosting a conference, seeking sponsorship, and membership retention. (23:13) Finding passion and higher education through lecturing at conferences. (36:38) Personal benefit of attending in-person conferences and how employers benefit in supporting attendance. (40:18) CEU reimbursement and management support of in-person affiliate lectures. (45:18) Advocacy talks in the work place and opening conversation. (46:38) Current events in the profession and recognizing the concern; finding out how to advocate. (50:47) Closing remarks, If you have any questions on advocacy, joining your states society, value in membership, the RT/RA pathway...or just anything in the profession; just ask! We got you covered, while we may not have the answer we will work hard to find you the right people who do! Visit us at www.collaborationra.com to learn more about us.
On this episode guest host Michael Lawerre (MS, RRA, RPA, RT (VI)(SVIR)) comes on to share with us how his pathway through X-ray, CT, IR and Cath Lab have all aided in his pathway through the Radiologist Assistant (RA). Mr. Lowerre shares on tips for those considering the IR/Cath Lab route and what that role looks like for those wanting to pursue that avenue. We also go through some of our struggles and share on raising awareness on the profession. Episode Timeline: (0:37) Intro (1:41) Getting into the profession and progression of advanced modalities. (3:34) Training through the RA program, teaching, and applying yourself. (7:33) Value as a team and educating others in the IR, Cath Lab, and RA roles. (11:10) Learning, learning difficulties, and providing an answer as more than "I don't know". (16:34) Advice for those considering the IR, Cath Lab, and RA roles. (20:48) Asking for help and finding support in our roles. (23:05) Current job market for the RA and making your own opportunities. (25:44) RA hardships, being the voice along side the societies, and strengthen our bonds as radiology professinonals. (34:09) Advice on how to further advocate for the RA profession and receiving recognition for the value in these roles. (37:25) Being a "Plug and Play" professional and supporting future opportunities for the RA community. (39:17) Leading by example, earning respect, and advantages of diagnostic imaging procedures. (42:23) Closing Thank you Mr. Lowerre for coming on and sharing your perspective with us! Learning comes through conversation and we enjoyed the time we spent with you recording this episode. Let us know if you want to come on and share the open mic with us, email us at www.collaborationra.com!
Featured guest, Kristin Beinschroth (MPH, BSRS, RT (R), CHES), comes back on to walk us through how to look for the right program, what various advanced degrees bring to you, AI, and how education is one of the avenues to seeing Medical Imagers recognized as "professional". Timeline: 0:36- Intro 3:42- ASRT meeting updates and being recognized as a professional 6:39- The shift from Associates to Bachelors. 10:50- What comes with a Bachelors degree and benefit of being recognized as professionals. 13:06- How to pick a program that fits for your success. 15:33- AI and how it is being used in education and medical imaging. 20:46- Structure, ASRT roadmaps, and advancement through education that help guide you in your goals. 27:26- Breaking down what each degree offers to meet your goals. 30:11- Various types of Doctorate degrees and how to tap into this advanced education. 34:12- Educational institutions and educating on advanced degrees. 36:31- Closing remarks. It was so much fun to be able to tap into AI when working with this audio. Share in the comments your thoughts on AI and listening to this episode. Mrs. Beinschroth thank you for the opportunity of letting us utilize this new tool on the podcast and for taking the time to talk about education and proper recognition of our profession.
Newly graduated Registered Radiologist Assistant (RRA), Ryan Thompson, comes back on to join us on this weeks open mic. Ryan shares a little bit on how life has been since graduating and together we share casual conversation about starting out in this advanced pathway and our experiences. Episode Timeline: (0:36) Introduction (1:37) Special Thank You and speaking about other educational podcasters. (4:30) Completing the education side of things, gaining work experience, and learning how to adapt in our roles. (9:35) Board exams and CQR preparedness. (14:37) Challenges we faced as students and newer RA's coming into the industry. (20:13) Graduating, efficiency of our RT background, and training future RA students. (23:09) Seeing in yourself what others see and investing in that. (25:18) Job market, networking, and advise for those considering this advanced pathway. (29:00) Wrapping things up and a word of thanks. (29:23) Closing A special thanks to Mr. Thompson as he was a prior guest in the start of our podcast and his return to follow up with us and share what life has been like since graduating. To all our fellow RA students and new graduates out in the industry, we are wishing you all the best in your future endeavors!
Featured guest host, Tobias Gilk (MRSO, MRSE), sits down with hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) to go over everything safety for MRI. Mr, Gilk speaks of his passion for advocating for more regulated and defined safety standards of MRI and things we can implement in the future. Timeline: (1:13) Introduction of Tobias Gilk (3:23) Better Advocating for MRI safety, having conversations, accreditation, and how reimbursement can play a part in better MRI safety standards. (11:01) Gaining perspective through speaking at conferences and how conversations can open up access for potential care for patients. (15:30) Knowing your audience, Radiologist role in safety, and knowing our roles/responsibilities for safety. (19:00) Establishing oversight and delegating a specific point of care for responsibility to MRI safety. (24:18) Scanning offsite and establishing a point of care for the screen process, positioning patients, and establishing new roles. (35:58) The RA role model, recognizing efficiency and maintaining safety as we look at other modalities. (40:23) Closing out the series. Thank you Mr. Gilk for coming on and taking the time to share the importance of MRI safety standards. It was an honor to gain this perspective, learn more about our state laws, and how education is important to our safe. Find out more about Mr. Gilk by checking out his website at: https://gilkradiologyconsultants.com
Featured guest host, Tobias Gilk (MRSO, MRSE), sits down with hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) to go over everything safety for MRI. Mr, Gilk speaks of his passion for advocating for more regulated and defined safety standards of MRI and things we can implement in the future. Timeline: (0:35) Introduction of Tobias Gilk. (3:59) Learning about how architecture and MRI advocacy come together. (10:01) External perspectives, seeing all “the trees in the forest”, and labeling MRI as a safe modality. (14:55) State laws (and lack thereof) for MRI safety and licensing. (18:44) Accreditation, reimbursement, and ways in which MRI can cause harm when safety measures are not met. (24:29) Macro and micro level for setting MRI safety standards and old builds meeting new standards. (29:40) Increased demands, increased incidents, travelers, and the fear of what is looming if safety standards are not set into place. (36:06) Closing out Part 1 of the 2 part episode. Thank you Mr. Gilk for coming on and taking the time to share the importance of MRI safety standards. It was an honor to gain this perspective, learn more about our state laws, and how education is important to our safety.
Fellow RA, Will Bryant (RT, RRA), joins us with featured guest host and Radiology Resident, Dr. Khazi. Together we speak on many of the education of going to medical school and residency, sharing on the importance of education, and better educating on the pathway of becoming an Interventional Radiologist. We speak about his education and training in collaboration with Radiologist Assistants (RA's) and how it has enhanced his ability to learn and ask questions. It was awesome to have the opportunity to speak with Dr. Khazi as he shares on his experiences in the field and working with various medical professionals. Listen in as he shares his honest opinion on some of the controversy that exists for the RA and how we can better combat these concerns and educate on all our roles. Episode Timeline: (0:35): Intro (2:21): Dr. Khazi shares on getting into medical school, becoming a resident, and matching. (8:18): Dr. Khazi speaks about who inspired his education and experiencing other specialties. (11:17): Discussion on burnout between diagnostic, interventional and technologists. (13:32): Difficult IR cases, difficult outcomes, and the hardships of unexpected hardships felt in patient care. (22:09): Working IR/Truama with an RA (24:08): Resident education, learning alongside the RA, job security, and considerations in looking at the RA role in the future. (32:10): Dr. Khazi speaks on the future of his career path and how the RA can be a collaborating member of that team for better care of the patient. (35:18): Dr. Khazi spends a little bit of time thanking IR technologist for assisting and working with Radiologist daily in cases to enhance procedure outcomes. (36:23): We speak on various podcasts and platforms for supporting educating on the Radiology profession and coming together in conversations. (39:43): Various Physician Extenders and the differences in clinical learning. (43:02): Closing remarks with Dr. Khazi. (44:15): Closing Thank you for joining us on this episode! If you want to come on and share your perspective or experiences in the world of radiology, we would LOVE to have you! Find us on www.collaborationra.com
This week on the open mic we welcome Aaron Scott (NM, NMAA) as he shares how shares his unique start into the medical imaging profession, specifically into nuclear medicine. Mr. Scott shares throughout his time in medical imaging a desire to learn more and further his education and speaks about how professional societies have contributed to his continued inspiration for growth. We also got the chance to learn all about the Nuclear Medicine Advanced Associate (NMAA) and ask questions about what that role looks like! We hit on so many topics which made this episode so fun to do. It was an honor getting to meet and visit with Mr. Scott and we are so excited to see the NMAA profession grow. To learn more about the FIND Act, please click on the link and send in letters of support (family/friends are welcome to send in support as well. https://votervoice.net/ASRT/Campaigns/97014/Respond The timeline for this episode is as follows... (0:36): Intro (2:54): Mr. Scott shares his personal experiences as his stared in nuclear medicine. (5:39): Discussion about the starting and closing of various radiology based programs and advocating for a place "at the table". (11:46): Job market change, sign-on bonuses, and the need for educators in Radiology programs. (13:48): Advancement of degrees, attending professional conferences, diversity, and how diversity plays a role in community outreach and education. (20:30) Entering into the Nuclear Medicine and how further education in medical imaging is a great pathway towards advancement. (24:01): Change in the imaging community, the need for Nuclear Medicine Advanced Associate, and what mid-levels bring to the imaging industry. (31:02) A deeper look into the NMAA role and Mr. Scotts personal experiences in this role. (32:03): Learning about the introduction of NMAA education and qualifications for those who might consider this pathway and the current job market. (35:25): Misconceptions about the NMAA and what the advanced professional model is actually designed to do. (36:52): Discussion about the FIND Act in national legislation and the importance of this passage for CMS billing and recognition for Nuclear Medicine exams. (41:15): The important of state and national recognition for imaging professionals and the importance of our roles. (43:14): Final advice from Mr. Scott for those who might want to consider applying to the NMAA program and how to get a strong foothold as a student. (45:05): Closing remarks with hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) Thank you for all the subscribers, listeners, and most importantly those who continue to connect with us and come on to do their own episode with us! Our stories are one of a kind and everyone loves hearing them!
On this unique episode we got to share the open mic with 11 Radiologist Assistants (including hosts Marcelene Forbus and Reece Burgoon). Our featured guests for this episode include fellow RA's: Jon Marx, Sean Wiley, Danielle Bradbury, Wesley Shay, Anthony Wray, Susan Wertz, Joe Ferreri, Chris Young, and David Hardwick. The panel of RA's open up to offer advice to help you standout in your department, approaching the radiologist and administrators for educational advancement, understanding procedures, asking questions, and being direct with your goals. Towards the end we each share some of the ways in which our RA roles have greatly impacted each of our practices. The value the RA profession brings to our Radiologist-led teams is unique and offers the support needed in our departments. · (0:36): Hosts Marcelene Forbus and Reece Burgoon discuss what is going to take place in the episode. · (3:10) RA introductions explaining clinical preceptorship and where they are currently practicing. Introductions flow is Susan Wertz, Jon Marx, Wesley Shay, Joseph Ferreri, Anthony Wray, Sean Wiley, Danielle Bradbury, Chris Young, and Dave Hardwick. · (21:10): What we learned during the introductions, applying for clinical preceptorship, and finding a job. · (23:10): How the educational institution can offer support. · (25:21): Finding preceptorship prior to applying and trust between Radiologist and perspective students. · (27:58): The importance of sticking out in a crowd, level of understanding prior to applying, asking questions, and being direct with Radiologists and administration about applying for preceptorship. · (38:28): Losing clinical preceptorship and looking for additional preceptorship sites while in the program. · (41:23): How state laws, credentialing, and billing concerns can play a role in the foundation of clinical preceptorship · (44:19): RA profession most impacted their departments. Describing access to care, presence in the community, improved efficiency, continuity of care, time saved, training with residents, and the value we provide may not be a tangible fee but the value more than pays for itself. We enjoyed getting to be a part of this discussion and we are hopeful that it helped anyone looking for preceptorship to have a better insight of how to start the planning phase of entering a program. If you ever need help or advise, we are a great group of people always willing to share support and helping you achieve you goals. Have a topic you want to share or is there something you want to know more about, find us at www.collaborationra.com. We are always happy to hear from our listeners!
In this upcoming episode you will hear from 11 RA's working in the industry as we offer advice for those considering this pathway. The advice we offer can relay into any level of advancement in any modality and how to better stand out in the departments your working in!
On this episode hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) share about some of the things they have learned over the course of starting this podcast. Learning more in-depth about various avenues our career paths we can take and some of the tips and tricks we have learned along the way. As we did this podcast we got to learn how everyone else is working but we as RA's don't really openly talk about how we do, what we do. On this episode we share some of the important things we do when performing exams of the upper GI tract. We spent some time sharing how and why we do some of the positioning we do and helping technologist gain a different perspective into setting up these exams or anticipating how to better assist in the rooms. We share on some of the tips and tricks we have learned from both our radiologist and technologist over the years, being able to take care of our patients and get the radiologist the diagnostic exam they need to make their diagnosis. These were just things we have have learned and how we personal work and are not intended as advice on how others work in their environment. This epsiode was simply to demonstrate one of the many ways and RA can assist in the fluoroscopy world and how we work within our roles. Every practice is different and each radiologist has their own protocols and expectations that us, as RA's, are expected to follow. This was just our generic take on our typical day of work.
On this episode we get to sit and visit with fellow Radiologist Assistant (RA), Joseph Ferreri (RRA, RPA, RT, VI), and hear about his start in radiology and becoming certified in VI. He shares how all the prior working experiences in Interventional Radiology and with the Radiologist who guided him on his career path. Mr. Ferreri is not shy about discussing the hardships faced when going back for additional education and how prior working experiences made the clinical aspect easier. He shares about his drive for increasing department productivity, the value of education, and how acceptance is key for the success of the RA role. Together we go through some of the things we have learned from our supervising Radiologist and the importance of incorporating a strong team by understanding our different roles. Thank you so much Mr. Ferreri for taking the time to come on and have fun with us on the open mic. If you want to come on and visit with us, find us at www.collabortionra.com.
Pennsylvania House Speaker and fellow Radiologic Technologist Brian Cutler comes on to join us on the open mic! Listen in as we learn what brought him to start his career in radiology and how advancing in his department led him into the legislative career path. Representative Cutler does an amazing job at showcasing the importance of our roles, education, training, and why state by state recognition is important. He explains that through state licensing there is an ability to better protect our patients and open up access to care with recognition of the Radiologist Assistant (RA) role. We talk over the RA role and the importance of recognition of our profession at a state and federal level. Representative Cutler also shares his experiences in the industry and how they are incorporated into his role as a legislator with various laws. In the discussion he shares insight into how to better reach out representatives and getting to know them even when there is no radiology based legislation. He also shares on why it is important that we educate those who are representing us legislatively so that they can understand the importance of radiation safety and the care our patients are receiving on a daily basis. We want to thank everyone who came together to help make this episode possible. It was our pleasure to have these conversations and to be able to gain a different perspective on how the politics work behind the scenes. It was also neat to learn how fellow Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy professionals can go this route should they choose. If you are interested in coming on and having fun with us, please feel free to reach out to us at collaborationra@gmail.com or through our website at www.collaborationra.com.
Educator, Bryan Ubalde (MHL, RT R/CT), comes on the open mic to talk about an array of topics. We walk through the start of his career with him and how he found his passion for radiology and end the episode elaborating on some of the Radiologist Assistant (RA) roles and responsibilities. Listen in as he shares about the importance of not becoming complacent and achieving the goals that you have set out for yourself. Mr. Ubalde shares his inspirations for higher education and why that was an important goal for him to achieve in his career for advancement. He also spends some time sharing how in his role as an educator he learns constantly from his students about the advancements in the field. Towards the end we go more in-depth on the RA role and clear up the misconception about "diagnosis" and who our initial observations are communicated with. We also touch on just a few procedures that the RA will perform during their education and once completed. We had such a wonderful time visiting with and getting to know Mr. Ubalde. Learning who we all are and opening conversation about each of our roles has been eye opening and we are loving each conversation. Want to visit with us, find us at www.collaborationra.com! We would love to get to know you!
Brandy Cusson (RT, A.S., PBT) and Terrence Licciardi (RT, RPA) come on to visit about New Hampshire legislation. Ms. Cusson is the President of the New Hampshire Society of Radiology Technologist (NHSRT) and currently sits a Chair on the NH Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Licensing Board. Mr. Licciardi Is a constituent of NH and sits as the Chair for the Certification Board of Radiology Practitioner Assistants (CBRPA). Together they walk host Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) through the start of the passage of state licensure, current state licensure processes, and legislation that was placed in 2023 to revoke the state board. We share on the effects that legislation like this has for the state, patients and the profession. We talk about advocacy, ways to advocate, and why it is a valuable process for us all to work together to ensure proper state recognition! Below you can find all the attached links to all the information discussed in this episode: NHSRT: http://www.nhsrt.net NH HB 2: https://legiscan.com/NH/bill/HB2/2023 NH Licensing Board: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/advisory-board-medical-imaging-and-radiation-therapy NH Law (Current): https://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/rsa/html/NHTOC/NHTOC-XXX-328-J.htm NH constituents contact in opposition of HB 2: Gov Sununu: https://new-hampshire.my.salesforce-sites.com/support/GOV_Opinion OPLC Director: Lindsey.B.Courtney@oplc.nh.gov NH State Rep Kenneth Weyler. (he sponsored the budget bill) kweyler@aol.com Chair of the finance committee. repsanborn@gmail.com Vice Chair of the finance comm: Keith.Erf@leg.state.nh.us House Finance Comm ( group email for all) : HouseFinanceCommittee@leg.state.nh.us Chair of the House ED&A Committee: carol@mcguire4house.com Vice Chair of the ED&A Comm: Matthew.Simon@leg.state.nh.us Your local elected State Sen and State Rep. House ED&A Comm (group email to all members): HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us NH Senate Finance Comm: Daniel.Innis@leg.state.nh.us; James.Gray@leg.state.nh.us; Lou.Dallesandro@leg.state.nh.us; David.Watters@leg.state.nh.us; Jeb.Bradley@leg.state.nh.us; kevin.condict@leg.state.nh.us NH Senate ED&A: Howard.Pearl@leg.state.nh.us; Sharon.Carson@leg.state.nh.us; Carrie.Gendreau@leg.state.nh.us; Rebecca.PerkinsKwoka@leg.state.nh.us; Debra.Altschiller@leg.state.nh.us; phillip.jasak@leg.state.nh.us
This week we sit down with Jennifer Thompson (Ed.D, MSM, BSRT, RT (R)(QM)(ARRT)) to discuss Tennessee HB 1388 and SB 1191. Ms. Thompson guides us through a timeline of prior TN law, leading us into today's legislative concerns with removing state licensure of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy professionals and LMRT guidelines. All the topics that are discussed have been provided with supportive documentation to better understand where the support of this information can be found and to help understand how the passage of this legislation could allow for LMRT (Limited Licensure Radiologic Technologist) and uncertified technologist to function in advanced imaging from current state laws. Rad board minutes: https://www.tn.gov/health/health-program-areas/health-professional-boards/xray-board/xray-board/xray-meeting-minutes.html 2008 rules https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0880/0880-05.pdf 2017 statute https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/documents/pc1029.pdf 2023 introduced legislation https://legiscan.com/TN/text/SB1191/2023 Amendment https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/113/Amend/SA0132.pdf TN LMRT Training/Zoom Courses: This is the company: https://radiologyeducationseminars.com/ The schedule of classes https://radiologyeducationseminars.com/wp-content/uploads/2023-RES-Schedule.pdf Rules for courses https://publications.tnsosfiles.com/rules/0880/0880-05.pdf Radiology and imaging errors reports: 2019 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2019_Report.pdf 2018 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2018_Health_Care_Liability_Claim_Report.pdf 2017 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2017_Health_Care_Liabilty_Claims_Annual_Report.pdf 2016 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2016_Health_Care_Liability_Annual_Report.pdf 2015 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2015_Health_Care_Liability_Claims_Annua__Report.pdf 2014 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2014HealthCareLiabilityClaimsReport.pdf 2013 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2013HealthCareLiabilityReport.pdf 2012 https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/commerce/documents/insurance/posts/2012_Health_Care_Liability_Claims_Report.pdf Texas RT/LMRT/Non-Certified Technologist Laws: HAZARDOUS AND DANGEROUS: https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194&rl=17ALL RAD LAWS: https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.ViewTAC?tac_view=5&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194&sch=A&rl=YQUICK GUIDE: https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.ViewTAC?tac_view=4&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194&rl=10https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194&rl=21 DEFINITIONS: https://texreg.sos.state.tx.us/public/readtac$ext.TacPage?sl=R&app=9&p_dir=&p_rloc=&p_tloc=&p_ploc=&pg=1&p_tac=&ti=22&pt=9&ch=194&rl=2
Jonathan Marx (RT, RRA) comes on the open mic to join hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) to share in conversation over our profession. Mr. Marx's episode is so much about our background as medical imagers and how the advancement into other modalities/RRA offers elevation of the entire profession. This hits home, as it is just as much about our foundation as it is about how valuable our skillsets are as medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals! No one can do it better than you can!!! Mr. Marx shares so much about how he started in radiology, why he chose the RA profession, and how our imaging background elevates our procedure rooms when working along side our radiologist. We get to hear his take on the advancement of MARCA, why others should support it, and what he hopes the future will bring to the RA. He openly shares what advancing the education for medical imagers can do and how it would achieve us the definition of a "professional". This episode so so much fun! We encourage you to check out Catheter Jockeys, where that are plenty of opportunities to laugh at some of the lighter sides of our profession. We are truly grateful for the friendships that we have with the hosts of Catheter Jockeys and it was a joy to have Mr. Marx on to get to know more about him. Check them out on Amazon at: https://www.amazon.com/Catheter-Jockeys-Radiology-Tech-Podcast/dp/B09VR9HPP3
In this episode Danielle Bradbury (MIS, RT(R), RRA) comes on the mic with us to share how she made her way into radiology and the different avenues her career path has taken. She shares advice on how to enter the industry side of things, what that looks like, and the options that are out there to progress into. We spend some time midway through going over the new advancements in imaging technology and the newest robotic product that is assisting our Radiologist in better tissue sampling during biopsy performance. *Disclaimer: For complete indication of use and safety information of XACT products, please visit their website at www.xactrobotics.com.* Danielle shares how she hopes this technology will inspire our imaging profession and enhances our knowledge base as our profession continues to grow and modernize with medicine. We continue the conversation and share on her education and career as Radiologist Assistant (RA) and some of the devastating hardships she faced with a lay off, billing, and legislation. Hosts Reece Burgoon (RT (R) and Marcelene Forbus (RT (R), RPA) share their same experiences in these hardships. Marcelene also speaks on being laid off and how billing is the largest contributor to the hardships that many RA professionals have, and still continue to have. Together we look for the common ground in understanding the profession as a whole, advocacy, and how to continue in a positive direction in proper recognition of our professionals. It was such a pleasure to sit down with Mrs. Bradbury and get the opportunity to hear her perspective on advocacy and the progression of our profession. Want to come on air with us, reach out to us at collaborationra@gmail.com. We would love to get to know you, hear your stories, and connect with you. Thank you to all our listeners for taking the time and spending some of your day with us. You support is valued and we have enjoyed bringing these conversations to you. This podcast was not sponsored; our views are our own and this was an opportunity to hear each of our experiences working in the Medical Imaging industry.
Featured guest, Kristin Beinschroth (MPH, BSRS, RT (R), CHES), joins us to share on many of the current events happening within our profession and the effects they have on each of us. We are follow many of Mrs. Beinschroth's social media accounts and love how she uses this to connect with students and those of us in the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy communities. During this episode we learn about what inspired her move from working as a technologist and progressed not only in becoming an educator but also advancing her own education at the same time. She speaks passionately about advocacy and what that involvement has looked like to her. You can tell Mrs. Beinschroth is passionate about working towards inspiring others to find their voice. This is demonstrated as we speak on various states and what current legislation is out there that directly effects all of us. Mrs. Beinschroth shares on the Radiologist Assistant (RA) profession and how advocating for everyone in the profession directly supports each of us. We dig deep into a recent peer review article that was released (and has since been edited) that initially gave an inaccurate depiction of the RA profession. We are extremely happy to see these changes made in the article after this episode was recorded! We felt it was important to also demonstrate how this inaccurate depiction can impact those of us in the industry and that the correct information needs to be presented from the start. Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) and Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) loved being able to have the opportunity to sit and visit with Mrs. Beinschroth and hearing all about her start and career in our industry. Her ease of conversation and willingness to be open were so natural and felt throughout this episode. Thank you to all our Listeners! Want to come on? Find us at www.collaborationra.com and send us an email, we would love to hear from you!
This week fellow RA, Robert Evers (MSc, RT (R) (MR) (CV) (CT), RRA), joins hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT (R), RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT (R), RRA) and shares with us his pathways through his extensive career. We get to learn about how his RT role led him through his career path as a Director of Operations and Physician Practice Manager and how others can venture down the liaison route. Together we share our thoughts on the struggles between the RT and RA education but how rewarding the career path has been when it is all said and done. We share about where Mr. Evers is currently working and how the RA roles work well with residents, attending, and board certified radiologist. We also spend some time sharing his raw thoughts on MARCA and discuss what advocacy has looked like. What we enjoyed most about this episode is that it takes us through so many of the hardships and successes that our profession has faced over the years. In the end we share the same conclusion that to reach the success we want for our profession it will require lifting one another up and inspiring support for the advancement of the RA. Thank you to everyone for the continued support, endless advocacy, and encouragement when many of us have felt unheard. Together we can make BIG impacts and that's the goal of this podcast! If you would like to join in the conversation, look for us at www.collaborationRA.com! WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU!
On this episode we got to sit down with educator, Jennifer Clayton RT (R), and her former student, Sydney Kasner (RT (R) (M), as we hit some of the harder less talked about topics. The start out by sharing how they got their starts in the medical imaging industry and the journey that they have had leading them through their professional careers. Together we hit one of the harder and less talked about topics...how students are feeling less respected or treated unkindly during their clinical rotations. While hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) share personal stories on the topic they also share in the understanding of the hardships that lay on technologist and students alike. Together we all share on solutions in the end to help mend, move forward, and open conversations. We hit heavy into advocacy and the importance of becoming involved in legislation at a state and national level. We take notice of the fact that memberships and involvement is down from what we remember in the past. During the discussion many great topics are brought up to help enlighten us on what involvement can look like and what different board functions serve to do for our profession. We are truly grateful to our listeners as we know some of these topics were very different than most. Hitting on things in our industry can be hard to openly discuss and we were grateful to have the opportunity to hear a different perspective. Ms. Clayton and Ms. Kasner we cannot thank you enough for your support and encouraging others to be open in conversation and advocacy on all levels.
This week we had the honor of sitting down with two Radiation Therapists, Clodagh Starrs (MSC, PCG, RTT) and Samantha Skubish (MS, RTT), to talk about the new advanced role as an Advanced Practice Radiation Therapist (APRT). Exciting thing happening in our Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Community!!! In this episode we ask several questions that we are sure are on your minds. We talk about how this advancement came about to where do we see the future of the advancement for Radiation Therapist and higher education. Ms. Skubish and Ms. Starrs did an excellent job at explaining how they brought this concept from over seas into the US and how Ms. Starrs has helped for kick starting this program in the US. Listen in as they share about the support and funding efforts that are in place to help drive the research and the development of the APRT. Marcelene and Reece spend time sharing similarities between the APRT and the RA and how they benefit the physicians and staff. We want to thank everyone for taking time to listen and support the podcast! Our profession is growing in tremendous ways and we are excited to share with you how amazing our industry is! Ms. Skubish and Ms. Starrs, we personally want to say thank you for taking the time to share with our listeners all your hard work and efforts in pioneering this new role in Radiation Therapy.
Nathan Smith BS, RT (R) (MR), comes on to share how his passion for medical imaging led into becoming the owner and operator of N Smith Consultants and the CEO and Co-founder of Imaging Diversified. Mr. Smith walks us through his educational process and how a rotation through MRI would later lead him into starting his own career paths. He spends some time sharing how he found this passion and how with the help of others he was able to achieve success. Throughout the show we hit many of current topics, from social media marketing to finding ways to better educate about entering our industry. He shares the importance of attending conferences and the value they bring in building community, connection, and improving visibility . Mr. Smith also share how SRPE President, David Hardwick RT, RPA, RRA, spoke at the Atlanta Society of Radiologic Technologist and educated on advocacy and the RA profession. Thank you Mr. Smith for coming on and just sitting and visiting with us. It was such an honor to have these conversations and build this connection. We are wishing you and your team so much success! Look for us on our website at www.collaborationra.com, come on air and join in the conversations! Look for Nathan Smith on the following platforms: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nathan-smith-bs-rt-r-mr-60688352/ Imaging Diversified: https://www.imagingdiversified.com
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