We recently interviewed Sharon McDonnell-Carline, RET, REPT, CNIM, Senior Technologist in the Neurophysiology Department at the University of Alberta Hospital. Watch a short video on her advice to new technologists and benefits of self-regulation on YouTube.
Authors: Tessa Roy, CRGS, CRCS, RDMS, RDCS Mental illness encompasses an array of conditions that affect a large population; This essay aims to identify various sonography-related challenges posed by patients suffering from mental illnesses and offers insight into potential solutions. By identifying realistic interpersonal and intrapersonal barriers, one can become educated in potential skills and techniques to relieve such challenges. Read the article (PDF)
Authors: Colleen McHugh, MRT(R), ACR, Katie Bevans, MRT(R), and Suzanne Paradis, BMRSc, CRGS, RDMS As healthcare evolves, so should the way healthcare professionals deliver care to focus on the needs of patients and family members. One of the ways to provide patient and family centered care (PFCC) is through effective communication between the healthcare professional, patient, and family member. Read the article
Every year, the College conducts the Continuing Competence Program (CCP) Audit to ensure regulated members are complying with the program. The COVID-19 pandemic has posed many challenges for MRTs and ENPs this year, and the College made adjustments to both the CCP requirements and the way the CCP Audit was conducted for the 2019-20 cycle to address these challenges. In recognition of the time regulated members spent learning and adapting to new information and developing skills and competencies through [...]
As our members renew their registration using the new renewal system, the College is continuing to roll out further upgrades to the online member portal. We are pleased to announce that Alberta graduates and Canadian transfer applicants are now able to apply for general registration online, which significantly streamlines the process and improves the application experience for future technologists. Online applications for temporary registration, general registration for internationally educated technologists and student membership will soon be available as well. [...]
Save the date! Our annual membership meeting is taking place on Saturday, November 21, 2020. This entirely virtual event will also feature two great education sessions: a SAIT certified workshop on communication skills and a presentation on privacy and professionalism. Members who attend the entire event are eligible to claim three hours of learning activities for their CCP, and Sonography Canada has approved the event for 3 CPD points. Please check your email next week for an invitation to [...]
This year has been challenging for everyone due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but we have done our best to adapt to circumstances as they have changed. Our staff continue to work remotely where possible and we have limited the number of people allowed in the office at one time. All of our meetings are held virtually, including those involving members like the upcoming annual membership meeting and branch education events. While we are unable to anticipate what next year [...]
On July 6, 2020, the Government of Alberta announced upcoming changes to the Health Professions Act through the Bill 30 Health Statutes Amendment Act. Bill 30 requires all health professional regulatory colleges in Alberta to increase public member representation on their councils, hearing tribunals and complaint review committees from the current 25 percent to 50 percent of the total members. The Bill passed into law on July 29, 2020. It will take effect April 1, 2021. At this time, the government is [...]
Authors: Minh Chau, BMRS(MedImaging) (Hons), GradCertMRS, GradCertClinEd Cultural diversity has been well-recognized as a challenge for health care providers in many countries, thereby stressing the importance of effective and sufficient communications between patients and health care staff. Culturally competent care is a key to day-to-day practice, and we must strive to provide optimum care despite personal differences. Read the article in the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences
Last updated November 16, 2020 The recently upgraded member portal features a renewal process that includes some significant changes from previous years, so we encourage all members to visit the Annual Renewal page for an overview before starting the renewal process and consult the Registration Renewal 2021 Information Guide as needed. If you have any questions about registration renewal, please feel welcome to contact us by email at registration@acmdtt.com or by phone at 780.487.6130 or 1.800.282.2165. Renewal tip # [...]
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