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Standards of Practice |
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Overview
Introduction
1. Legislation, Standards and Ethics
2. Equipment and Materials
3. Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures
4. Safe Practice
5. Relationship with Patients
6. Professional Relationships
7. Records and Reporting
8. Continuing Competence
1. Legislation, Standards and Ethics
MRTs are members of the College of Medical Radiation Technologists of Ontario. In order to be registered as a member, MRTs must meet the professional education and other registration requirements set by the College. They must continue to educate themselves about practical, legal, ethical and other matters pertaining to the profession. MRTs must be competent, accountable and collaborative in their practice.
Practice Standard: MRTs must understand, and adhere to, the legislation governing the practice of the profession, the Standards of Practice set by the College, the Code of Ethics and the by-laws of the College.
Indicators
MRTs must:
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have the knowledge, skills and judgement to perform procedures undertaken in the course of their practice of the profession |
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take responsibility for decisions and actions, including those undertaken independently and those undertaken as a member of the team |
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work with other members of the health care team to achieve the best possible outcomes for the patient |
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adhere to all relevant provincial and federal legislation and guidelines governing the practice of the profession |
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adhere to the Standards of Practice set by the College |
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adhere to the Code of Ethics and the by-laws of the College |
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adhere to all regulations made under the Medical Radiation Technology Act including:
- Quality Assurance
- Registration
- Professional Misconduct
- Advertising
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