NH sets Rad. Tech licensing in stone

William Doss | | Radiology Business | Policy & Regulations

In late August, the Granite State formalized licensing standards for radiographers, nuclear medicine technologists and other imaging professionals. New Hampshire Gov. Maggie Hassan signed Senate Bill 330 into law, establishing a seven-member board to administer licensing regulation and professional standards.

“It was a day that ended one chapter for us and started a new one,” wrote the New Hampshire Society of Radioligc Technologists in a press release. "Our journey to state licensure was over two years long, but we got it done. It was a collective effort of technologists, patients, and legislators."

Five states and the District of Columbia have yet to introduce any licensing or regulatory requirements for medical imaging professionals.

The board receives support from the New Hampshire Office for Professional Licensure and Certification, which also supports organizations such as the New Hampshire Board of Medicine and the Board of Pharmacy.

William Doss

As a Senior Writer for TriMed Media Group, Will covers radiology practice improvement, policy, and finance. He lives in Chicago and holds a bachelor’s degree in Life Science Communication and Global Health from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He previously worked as a media specialist for the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. Outside of work you might see him at one of the many live music venues in Chicago or walking his dog Holly around Lakeview.

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