R156-5a-305. Radiology Course for Unlicensed Podiatric Assistants


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  •   In accordance with Subsection 58-54-306(3), radiology courses for an unlicensed person performing services under the supervision of a podiatric physician shall include radiology theory consisting of the following:

      (1) orientation of radiation technology;

      (2) terminology;

      (3) radiographic podiatric anatomy and pathology (cursory);

      (4) radiation physics (basic);

      (5) radiation protection to patient and operator;

      (6) radiation biology including interaction of ionizing radiation on cells, tissues and matter;

      (7) factors influencing biological response to cells and tissues to ionizing radiation and cumulative effects of x-radiation;

      (8) external radiographic techniques;

      (9) processing techniques including proper disposal of chemicals; and

      (10) infection control in podiatric radiology.