Nuclear Medicine Technology - Refresher Program
Program Overview - Introduction
The NSAMRT Refresher Program in Nuclear Medicine Technology provides an opportunity for nuclear medicine technologists who have not practiced for a (minimum) five-year period re-attain professional competence.
The Program includes two components: Academic and Clinical. Complete details on the academic and clinical component of the Program are included in the appropriate sections of the Program Manual. It is important that the candidate read these sections carefully.
Following successful completion of the Program, which includes a course of independent academic study followed by supervised clinical practice, the candidate will be eligible for reinstatement with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT). The candidate will then be eligible for employment.
The total Program must be completed within a twelve-month period.
Pre-requisite
Candidates for the Refresher Program in Nuclear Medicine Technology must have been or currently are members of the CAMRT.
Liability
Candidates enrolled in the NSAMRT Refresher Program are responsible for obtaining liability insurance for the clinical component. This liability insurance may be purchased through the CAMRT. Call 1-800-463-9729 or visit their website www.camrt.ca for information.
Alternatively, the candidate may be able to arrange liability coverage with the institution where the clinical component is being completed.
Program Evaluation
When the Refresher Program is completed, the NSAMRT Refresher Committee asks that the candidate complete a Program Evaluation form. Candidate feedback is an important element of program evaluation and contributes to continuous improvement of the Program. This is an opportunity for you to share your opinions and comments about the Program. This form can be found in Appendix 2.
Program Goals
The Refresher Program for Nuclear Medicine Technology is designed to allow the candidate to:
- Attain/demonstrate current knowledge in nuclear medicine procedures, instrumentation, radiopharmacy, radiation protection practices, digital advances and patient care/ethics.
- Re-orient to the health-care environment and the role of the nuclear medicine technologist in the health-care team.
- Practice competently within the profession, meeting competencies as specified in the CAMRT Nuclear Medicine Technology Competency Profile.
- Value the importance of continuing professional development