Radiologic Technology

Florida Statutes

Chapter 468, Florida Statutes: Radiological Personnel Certification

Florida Administrative Code

• Rules: Chapter 64E-3, Florida Administrative Code, Radiologic Technology
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

• Certified Radiologic Technologist Application
• Basic X-ray Machine Operator & Basic X-ray Machine Operator – Podiatric Application
• Background History Report Form
• License Verification Form
• Military Veteran or Spouse Waiver Request Form
• Name Change Form
• Address Change Form
• DH Form 1005, version 07/16, adopted February 7, 2017, in Rule 64E-3.003, F.A.C.
  Application form and instructions for certification as a general radiographer, nuclear medicine technologist, radiation therapy technologist, radiologist assistant, computed tomographer, mammographer, or Positron emission tomographer
• DH Form 1006, version 07/16, adopted February 7, 2017, in Rule 64E-3.003, F.A.C.
  Application form for certification as a basic X-ray machine operator or basic X-ray machine operator-podiatric
• DH Form 4127, version 10/07, adopted March 4, 2008, in Rule 64E-3.003, F.A.C.
  Background History Report Form
• DH Form 4128, version 10/07, adopted March 4, 2008, in Rule 64E-3.003, F.A.C.
  License Verification Form
• RT Programs List
  Database of accredited radiologic technology (RT) training programs in Florida and other states
• Content Specifications
  Content Specifications for all of the ARRT’s radiologic technology examinations. The Department uses these exams for Florida certification
• Therapy Assistance Curriculum
  Training program curriculum and objectives for therapy assistance by general radiographers
• Continuing Education Provider List
• DH Form 374, version 02/16, adopted July 20, 2016 in Rule 64E-3.009, F.A.C.
  Request for approval of continuing education course (for CE provider use)
• General Guidelines and Requirements for Providers of Radiologic Technology Continuing Education

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.

• Approved Educational Programs
• Approved Continuing Education Providers
• Basic X-ray Machine Operation and Related Programs

The Florida Department of Health is aware that documents purportedly originating from the Department 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. The Department is committed to protecting the integrity of Department licensees and consumers. The Florida Department of Health’s 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 the Department, but you believe may be fraudulent, you may contact your local law enforcement agency or you may contact the Department at 850-488-0595 for instructions on how to proceed. Your cooperation and assistance is vital in protecting the continued integrity of the Department’s licensees and our consumers.

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 
Works to promote and develop the highest standards of radiology and related sciences through education and research.

Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging 
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.