PROS

**PROS to CQ/2011:** There are many benefits to the implementation of the time-limited certification for radiologic technologists. The biggest benefit is that it creates requirements for maintaining the professional standards set by the ARRT to provide high quality patient care. The ARRT makes a good point in light of this: It’s a professional obligation that you assumed when you decided to become a professional. It’s in your patients’ best interest, in the profession’s best interest, and in your best interested. Time-limited certification will demonstrate that the registered technologist (R.T.) has relevant current knowledge that enhances his or her ability to provide high-quality patient care. (“CQ 2011," 2011) The theory is that the more education and training you receive, the better you will be able to provide exceptional care for patients and meet their needs in a variety of situations. It also keeps technologists current in terms of their knowledge and experience in the field. The time-limited certification law allows registered radiologic technologists to go beyond their initial understanding and reach their full potential in respect to changing technology, techniques, and patient care issues. Furthermore, it keeps them accountable for this knowledge by setting the requirements in place. Every individual in healthcare should want to seek out a profession that really strives for this mission. Healthcare consumers want to know that they are receiving the best care possible by a professional who is competent in their skills. If it was simply optional, most people may not utilize this opportunity.

Finally, time-limited certification is expected to be a requirement for all healthcare professions in the future. Implementing this prior to it becoming mandatory puts radiologic technology ahead of the other career fields. It demonstrates leadership, diligence, advancement, and excellence.

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