Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists, as Certified Technologists of an allied health care profession, must endeavor to always practice their specialty with the highest ethical standards in mind. The American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists' Board of Directors adopted and enacted the following Guidelines:
1) The MRI technologist shall provide quality service and patient care with empathy, respect and concern for the rights, privacy and safety of the patient.
2) The MRI technologist shall always be aware of the precautions necessary and available to anyone in the MRI environment in order to safeguard the patient and others.
3) The MRI technologist shall respect the confidentiality and never divulge patient information to anyone not directly related to the care of the patient as allowed by law.
4) The MRI technologist shall adhere and comply with statutes, laws, regulations or specifications that govern the medical imaging modality of magnetic resonance imaging technology under federal, state and local law.
5) The MRI technologist shall perform their assigned duties responsibly, accurately and competently, and professionally.
6) The MRI technologist shall always endeavor to enhance and improve their knowledge of the specialty and skills annually through formal and informal continuing education.
7) The MRI technologist shall not violate any laws.
8) The MRI technologist shall promote community awareness of the importance of quality health care and participate in related activities, whenever possible.
ARMRIT Mission Statement
The mission of the American Registry of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists (ARMRIT) is to recognize individuals qualified as specialists in the use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) Technology which employs non-ionizing radiation to promote high standards of patient care and safety in the diagnostic medical imaging modality of MRI Technology including interventional MRI, cardiovascular MRI, functional MRI, and MRI breast imaging. The Registry is open to all qualified technologists in all imaging fields provided a formal education has been completed through bonafide established schools dedicated to MRI technologists.
N.H. Admin. Code Plc, ch. Plc 1300, app D