ABOUT PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP SOCIETIES
Below is an overview of some of the most well-known professional societies for people who work in the radiologic sciences. These not-for-profit organizations seek to advance specific subsections of the professions.
When you become a technologist, professional societies can be a great resource for learning opportunities, networking, and career growth. Most offer publications, annual meetings, and continuing education (CE)—and some offer methods to help you keep track of and report your CE credits.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP SOCIETIES VERSUS CREDENTIALING ORGANIZATIONS
Professional membership societies seek to advance the interests of a profession and its members; credentialing organizations verify the qualifications of its registrants. ARRT is a credentialing organization, not a professional society. Although we support the professional growth and development of our registrants, our main purpose is to assess and recognize qualified individuals in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy.
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP SOCIETIES FOR THE RADIOLOGIC SCIENCES
Learn more about each of these professional membership societies by visiting their websites.
American Association of Medical Dosimetrists (AAMD)
AAMD is an international society that supports the medical dosimetry profession. It offers education opportunities, publications, and professional development opportunities. AAMD is an ARRT CE approver.
Association for Medical Imaging Management (AHRA)
AHRA represents management at all levels of hospital imaging departments, freestanding imaging centers, and group practices. It offers professional development resources, including conferences, seminars, networking opportunities, and publications. AHRA is an ARRT CE approver.
American Society of Nuclear Cardiology (ASNC)
ASNC is the only professional organization dedicated to the field of nuclear cardiology. Membership benefits include publications, educational discounts, and advocacy efforts on behalf of the profession. ASNC is an ARRT CE approver.
American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT)
ASRT is an organization for professionals in radiologic science. Members enjoy access to CE, peer-reviewed journals, a member magazine, and discounts on products and services. ASRT is an ARRT-approved RCEEM+ for CE credits.
American Society for Radiation Oncology (ASTRO)
ASTRO’s 10,000 members worldwide include physicians, radiation physicists, and radiation or cancer biologists. Membership benefits include journal subscriptions, educational offerings, and other resources.
Association of Vascular and Interventional Radiographers (AVIR)
AVIR is a national organization for radiographers and related health care professionals who work in vascular and interventional radiology. It focuses on professional growth through CE, communications, and advocacy. AVIR is an ARRT-approved RCEEM+ for CE credits.
Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT)
CAMRT is Canada’s national professional association and certifying body for radiological, nuclear medicine, and MRI technologists and radiation therapists. CAMRT is an ARRT CE approver.
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA)
RSNA’s 54,000 members are dedicated to shaping the future of radiology. The organization hosts the world’s largest annual medical meeting and publishes two peer-reviewed journals, including the only journal dedicated to CE in radiology. Members include radiologists, medical physicists, and other medical professionals.
Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (SDMS)
SDMS promotes the science of diagnostic medical sonography and offers educational activities for its 28,000 members, who include sonographers practicing in all specialties, students, educators, physicians, nurses, and other providers. Members have exclusive access to career resources, journals, and other benefits. SDMS is an ARRT CE approver.
Society for Imaging Informatics in Medicine (SIIM)
SIIM seeks to spearhead research, education, and the discovery of solutions to advance imaging informatics and patient care. The interdisciplinary organization allows physicians, administrators, health information professionals, technologists, scientists, and engineers to learn from one another.
Society for MR Radiographers and Technologists (SMRT)
SMRT provides an international forum of education, information, and research in magnetic resonance for radiographers and technologists. Membership benefits include discounts on meetings, workshops, seminars, and journals. SMRT is an ARRT CE approver.
Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI)
SNMMI promotes the science, technology, and practical applications of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging, with an ultimate goal of improving human health. Its 18,000 members worldwide have access to numerous publications and CE activities, including a daily email news brief. SNMMI is an ARRT CE approver.
Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist Section (SNMMI-TS)
As part of SNMMI, SNMMI-TS stresses the importance of nuclear medicine and molecular imaging in contributing to successful patient outcomes. It provides multidisciplinary CE in a variety of formats and offers expert input on legislative and regulatory issues that affect the profession.
Society for Vascular Ultrasound (SVU)
SVU is dedicated to the advancement of noninvasive technology used in diagnosing vascular disease. Membership benefits include a variety of professional resources and a strong advocacy program. SVU is an ARRT CE approver.