The Florida Department of Health is responsible for licensing, monitoring, disciplining and educating every person who use radiation and radiation emitting equipment to assure competency and safety to practice in Florida.
Council on Radiation Protection
Advisory council to the Department legislatively established to ensure that every radiological personnel practicing in this state meets minimum requirements for safe practice.
Florida Laws and Practice Standards
Florida Statutes
Chapter 468, Florida Statutes: Radiological Personnel Certification
Florida Administrative Code
- Rules: Chapter 64E-3, F.A.C., Radiologic Technology, Florida Administrative Code
- 64E-3.0032, F.A.C., Radiologist Assistant Role Delineation
- Disciplinary Guidelines for Radiological Personnel
Practice Standards
The practice of radiologic technology means the performance of activities requiring special knowledge and skills, including positioning, technique, safe operation of radiation equipment and radiation protection.
- General Radiographer (CRT-GR): the practice is further specified in the “Radiography Practice Standards” issued June 25, 2017, by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CRT-NMT): the practice is further specified in the “Nuclear Medicine Practice Standards” issued June 25, 2017, by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Radiation Therapy Technologist (CRT-RTT): the practice is further specified in the “Radiation Therapy Practice Standards” issued June 25, 2017, by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Certified in Computed Tomography (CRT-CT): the practice is further specified in the “Computed Tomography Practice Standards,” issued June 25, 2017 ASRT, by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Certified in Mammography (CRT-M): the practice is further specified in the “Mammography Practice Standards,” issued June 25, 2017, by the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, which is incorporated herein by reference.
- Certified in Positron Emission Tomography (CRT-PET): the practice is further specified in the SNMMI “Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Technologist Scope of Practice and Performance Standards,” issued January 26, 2013.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) has introduced a new service for members who are licensed in Florida. At no extra charge, ASRT is now transferring all CE credits that Florida technologists earn from ASRT Directed Readings and other ASRT-sponsored CE courses, to the Florida Department of Health. These credits will then automatically be used to meet the 12 CE hour requirements for license renewal in Florida, since these ASRT courses are Florida-approved CE.
To check if your CE credits have been transferred, visit Florida online license verification. The transfer automatically takes place on about the 15th of each month, so please allow an appropriate amount of time for the credits to appear.
Notice to Licensees About Fraudulent Documents
The Florida Department of Health is aware that documents purportedly originating from DOH requesting information of a sensitive nature have been received by members of the public. These documents request licensees share information that may be used to commit fraud against a licensee or patient. DOH is committed to protecting the integrity of DOH licensees and consumers. The DOH Office of Inspector General is in contact with the Agency for Health Care Administration and the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to investigate fraud perpetrated on our licensees.
Should you receive a document that appears to be from DOH, but you believe may be fraudulent, you may contact your local law enforcement agency or you may contact DOH at 850-488-0595 for instructions on how to proceed. Your cooperation and assistance is vital in protecting the continued integrity of DOH licensees and our consumers.
Resources
Medical Quality Assurance: Reports and publications, license lookup, declaratory statements and petitions for variance or waivers
HIPAA
- Federal agency sources: HHS.Gov- Health Information Privacy
- Statute and Rule Information: HHS.Gov- HIPAA Statute and Rule Information
Associations and Organizations
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
The ARRT was founded in 1922 for the purpose of recognizing (certifying) individuals qualified in the safe and effective application of x-rays for medical purposes. Over the years the scope of ARRT’s certification activities has expanded, but the fundamental purpose remains the identification of individuals qualified to practice in the profession of radiologic technology.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists is the oldest and largest national professional association for technologists in the radiologic sciences.
Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board
NMTCB was founded in 1977 to establish and maintain a voluntary program for certification of nuclear medicine technologists by nuclear medicine technologists.
Radiological Society North America
The mission of the RSNA is to promote and develop the highest standards of radiology and related sciences through education and research.
Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging
SNMMI is an international scientific and professional organization founded in 1954 to promote the science, technology and practical application of nuclear medicine, molecular imaging and radionuclide therapy. Membership consists of 17,000 physicians, technologists, physicists, pharmacists, scientists, laboratory professionals, and others committed to advancing nuclear medicine and molecular imaging.