VHPA Members working at Healthcare Imaging Services (HIS) sent a strong message to management last week by voting in favour of taking industrial action. There was an excellent turnout for the vote with nearly 62% of eligible Members [...]
A proposed restructure within Sandringham Radiology would see the dedicated Tutor position replaced by a combined Chief/Tutor role. The VHPA is concerned that such a move would undermine the role of tutor and impact negatively on both [...]
The introduction of a postgraduate course specifically for Mammography that does not require any undergraduate imaging qualifications is raising concerns. “Creating such a limited class of practitioner has the potential to reduce [...]
Threats and opportunities for RTs and imaging technologists A recently released workforce strategy poses both threats and opportunities for Health Professionals engaged in medical radiation and imaging technology. On the plus side, [...]
A policy recently released by the Medical Radiations Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) warns of serious repercussions for anyone purporting to be a radiographer including $30,000 fines for individuals. Releasing the policy at this [...]
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