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Imaging Specialty Certificates – United States US Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy ProfessionalsRadiographers: Some US states have licensing laws for radiographers, and even though the licensing laws vary from state to state, all the states will accept certification with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) in lieu of a state exam, in order to obtain a license to practice. Nuclear Medicine: Some US states have licensing laws for NMTs, and even though the licensing laws vary from state to state, all the states will accept certification with the ARRT in lieu of a state exam, in order to obtain a license to practice. The Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) credential is also accepted by most states in lieu of a state exam. Sonographers: Sonographers must obtain American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) certification. MRI Techs: Currently, none of the US states require MRI Technologists to hold an MRI license to practice. Instead, MRI Techs are required to hold a state (or ARRT) license in a primary discipline (e.g. radiography). For more information, contact the licensing body in the state in which you wish to work. CT Techs: Currently, none of the US states require CT Technologists to hold an CT license to practice. Instead, CT Techs are required to hold a state (or ARRT) license in a primary discipline (e.g. radiography). For more information, contact the licensing body in the state in which you wish to work. Radiation Therapists: Some US states have licensing laws for radiation therapists, and even though the licensing laws vary from state to state, all the states will accept certification with the ARRT in lieu of a state exam, in order to obtain a license to practice. Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy Professionals from Canada or MexicoMedical imaging professionals (radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, MRI or CT technology) and radiation therapists must complete the same exams/certifications as described above for US candidates. VISA Information: Medical imaging professionals and radiation therapists are not covered under NAFTA. A US work visa must be obtained before being allowed entry to the US and employment in the US, and usually sponsorship is required. Please contact the nearest US Embassy or Consulate to inquire about obtaining a US work visa. Medical Imaging & Radiation Therapy Professionals from Outside North AmericaMedical imaging professionals (radiography, nuclear medicine, sonography, MRI or CT technology) and radiation therapists must complete the same exams/certifications as described above for US candidates. You are required to have a US work visa before being allowed entry to the US and employment in the US, and usually sponsorship is required. Please contact the nearest US Embassy or Consulate to inquire about obtaining a US work visa.
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