What information does each state include regarding scope of practice for radiologic technologists? How does the scope of practice for radiologic technologists vary for each state (e.g., administration, certification,regulation, etc.)? Can radiologic technologists in the three states administer contrast media or dye under the supervision of a physician?
In this scenario, your organization has struggled during the past year with hiring qualified radiologic technologists (X-ray techs, radiographers, or rad techs) in your state and two neighboring states. After reading an Office of Inspector General’s (OIG) scope of practice case, your supervisor has become concerned about whether your radiologic technologists can legally administer contrast […]