Get Involved With The Central Chapter!

  Genevieve Hedland        June 11, 2016

Interested in getting more involved in the Central Chapter SNMMI?  Do you have a interest in social media, communications, planning education programs?  Click here to view our standing committees.  Once you review, contact us at info@csnmmi.org or by phone at 630/428-3877 with any questions or with the committee you wish to volunteer for.

NMTCB(CT) Credential Recognized by The Joint Commission

  Genevieve Hedland        March 4, 2016

NMTCB(CT) Credential recognized by The Joint Commission
Effective September 1, 2016

The Joint Commission has recently approved new standards for accredited hospitals, critical access hospitals, and ambulatory care organizations (including those that have achieved Advanced Diagnostic Imaging certification) that provide diagnostic imaging services:

Standard HR.01.02.05 The [critical access] hospital verifies staff qualifications. Element of Performance for HR.01.02.05 A 19.

Technologists who perform diagnostic computed tomography (CT) exams have advanced-level certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in computed tomography or have one of the following qualifications:

• State licensure that permits them to perform diagnostic CT exams and documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams or
• Registration and certification in radiography by ARRT and documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams or
• Certification in nuclear medicine technology by ARRT or NMTCB and documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams (See also HR.01.02.01, EP 1; HR .01.02.05, EPs 1-3; HR.01.02.07, EPs 1 and 2; and HR.01.05.03, EP 26)

Note 1: Effective January 1, 2018, all technologists who perform diagnostic computed tomography (CT) exams will be expected to have advanced-level certification in computed tomography.

Note 2: This element of performance does not apply to CT exams performed for therapeutic radiation treatment planning or delivery, or for calculating attenuation coefficients for nuclear medicine studies.

Note 3: This element of performance does not apply to dental cone beam CT radiographic imaging studies performed for diagnosis of conditions affecting the maxillofacial region or to obtain guidance for the treatment of such conditions.

Standard HR.01.05.03 Staff participate in ongoing education and training. Elements of Performance for HR.01.05.03 C 26. Technologists who perform diagnostic computed tomography (CT) exams participate in education that prepares them to achieve advanced-level CT certification by January 1, 2018.

Note 1: This element of performance does not apply to CT exams performed for therapeutic radiation treatment planning or delivery, or for calculating attenuation coefficients for nuclear medicine studies.

Note 2: This element of performance does not apply to dental cone beam CT radiographic imaging studies performed for diagnosis of conditions affecting the maxillofacial region or to obtain guidance for the treatment of such conditions.

• Posted: Feb 16, 2016 – Prepublication Standards – New Requirements for Diagnostic Imaging Services –

For more information regarding the NMTCB(CT) credential, please see:http://www.nmtcb.org/CT/CTexam.php

As always, the NMTCB is happy to assist you. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns.

Thank you!

Katie Neal, BS, MS
Executive Director
Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board
3558 Habersham @ Northlake, Bldg. I
Tucker, GA 30084
p  404 315 1739   |  f  404 315 6502   |   www.NMTCB.org

“The PREMIER Certification Board for Nuclear Medicine Technologists”

2016 CCSNMMI Spring Meeting Taking Place in Milwaukee, Wisconsin

  Genevieve Hedland        January 19, 2016

The 2016 CCSNMMI Annual Spring Meeting is taking place March 5 and 6^th at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee located in downtown Milwaukee, WI. Craft breweries, unique dining options and vibrant night life await your discovery after a day filled with outstanding presentations from exceptional speakers.  Don’t miss it!  Register Today!

Focusing on the Impact of Nuclear Medicine from the Clinician’s Perspective, the program is designed to present case studies that demonstrate the unique information nuclear medicine procedures provide to the diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of patients.  The value of nuclear medicine imaging in the differential diagnosis of thyroid disorders with similar clinical and laboratory findings is presented. There are several lectures on Y-90 microspheres from interventional radiologists who present case studies that discuss treatment planning, dosing and results that illustrate the meaningful impact of radiotherapy on cancer patients.  A radiopharmacist with extensive hands-on experience with the detailed procedures for preparing and delivering Y-90 microspheres, and the potential problems that require trouble-shooting, will share his knowledge. The Vice President of the SNMMI will present an update on PET and SPECT radiopharmaceuticals, those new on the market as well as those on the horizon.   The technical and quality issues of bone densitometry will be discussed.  Further variety of topics include PET alternatives to general nuclear medicine exams, parathyroid imaging and therapy, integrating quality and safety standards into daily nuclear medicine practice, the clinical utility of myocardial perfusion imaging, and emerging imaging radiotracers and modalities for prostate cancer imaging. We hope to enhance your experience with many case studies as well as self-assessment modules using the audience response system.  For the students, we have the latest round of friendly competition in the Quiz bowl, as well as lectures focused on their new careers.

For complete program information, click here.  Interested in being an exhibitor or sponsor?  Click here for information or contact us at 630/428-3877.