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For up to the minute news, be sure to scroll through the information below. Current event news is posted below for your review! |
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The Ohio Society of Radiologic Technologists is dedicated to its mission to advocate the safe and appropriate use of imaging and radiotheapeutic modalities, promote professionalism through high ethical standards, influence health policy, and provide high quality continuing professional development opportunities. In this regard, the Health Policy Committee of OSRT provides consistent leadership in monitoring and influencing Ohio legislative actions affecting Ohio consumer patients and members of the radiologic science professions. OSRT members and interested parties should review related legislative information posted below. Comments and concerns should be directed to OSRT Health Policy Committee Nina Kowalczyk, Linnea Hopewell or Phil Ballinger, Nikki Bihn , Cathy Ford, Jason Workman or Jessica Crescuillo. Members are also encouraged to contact their legislative representative or senator to discuss related concerns. |
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OSRT Health Policy Committee Activities The Health Policy Committee has been actively involved with the development of Radiologist Assistance licensure legislation in Ohio. Bills regarding this legislation were
introduced in the Ohio Senate (SB 229) in October 2007 and a similar bill was introduced in the Ohio House of Representatives (HB 398) on November 21, 2007. The Health Policy Committee is in favor of the
concept of the current legislation, but concerns have been raised regarding the proposed licensing agency as listed in the current bills. A proponent/opponent testimony hearing was held for SB 229 on December 5, 2007.
The OSRT did not take a position on this bill or provide testimony because additional information was needed to make an informed decision. Proponent testimony was given by: Victor Goodman, legislative
counsel for the Ohio Radiological Society; Robert Paul, M.D., President-elect of the Ohio Radiological Society; and Christine Lung, ASRT Director of Government Relations. Mr. Goodman stated that passage of this bill
would increase radiology practices' efficiency and productivity, while maintaining standards of care; Dr. Paul stated that passage of the bill would help address the shortage of radiologists to handle increasing demand
for radiologists. Ms. Lung, testified in support of the plan to set licensure standards for radiological assistants providing an historical perspective the development of the RA concept. Christine also stated the ASRT
has worked with lawmakers and regulators in 17 other states in developing similar licensure legislation. No opponent testimony was given. The OSRT Health Policy Committee members are actively working with the Ohio Radiological Society, the Ohio Department of Health, and the Ohio Hospital Association regarding this legislation and will work in collaboration with these groups to support the passage of this type of legislation. For additional information regarding the bills, visit http://www.legislature.state.oh.us/laws.cfm. Please forward your comments or concerns to: Linnea Hopewell, Nikki Bihn, Phil Ballinger, or Nina Kowalczyk. |
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How to Find Bureau of Radiation Rules You can either print the document, or download to a diskette. Steps 1- 8 are the same steps you would use for printing.
If you require further assistance in downloading ODH rules, phone 614-644-2727. Bureau of Radiation Protection |
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