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1. Where can I find the current status of a licensee?
2. Who needs to be certified by this department to work with x-rays in Florida?
3. What are the requirements for licensure?
4. Can rhose convicted of a felony apply for licensure?
5. Is there a list of approved educational training programs for General Radiographers, Nuclear
Medicine Tech, and Radiation Therapists?
6. Does military training qualify someone for Florida licensure?
7. How does the examination process work? When and where is the exam given?
8. How soon after I take and pass my exam can I expect to see my active license on your online search page?
9. Why are the renewal periods on some licenses less than two years?
10. What are the requirements for renewing my active license before it expires?
11. Where can a technologist obtain approved continuing education hours?
12. I took a CE course from a non-Florida approved provider. Can I send a copy of the course for credit?
13. Do college courses count for CE credit?
14. How do I order the Basic X-Ray Study Guide?
15. How do I request a duplicate license?
16. I don't understand the requirements for reactivating my expired or inactive certificate. Could you explain?
17. What can I do if I think the person who took my x-ray does not have a license?
18. How can I change my name or address in your system?
19. Where do I send my continuing education certificates?
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Why am I unable to renew my license online?
21. Is there a charge for the verification of licensure to other states?
22. Where can I find a list of my CE’s on file thus far?
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How do I place my license on inactive status?
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How many times may I take the exam?
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Will I have to resubmit all of my documents if I need to reapply?
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How do I apply for a temporary license?
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Where can I find information on BXMO-P licensure?
Q:Where can I find the current status of a licensee?
A: You can find a licensee’s current status, expiration date, category, and other information by visiting MQA License Verification. The Search page also displays all current continuing education courses and hours that the department has received from approved providers for a certificate holder's current renewal cycle.
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Q: Who needs to be certified by this department to work with x-rays in Florida?
A: Per
Section 468.302, Florida Statutes (F.S.), an individual must be a
licensed practitioner or a certificate holder to administer x-ray or other types ionizing radiation
to humans in the State of Florida. According to s. 468.301, F.S.,
“Licensed practitioner” means a person who is licensed or
otherwise authorized by law to practice medicine, podiatric
medicine, chiropody, osteopathic medicine, naturopathy, or
chiropractic medicine in this state. Categories of certification
include Basic X-ray Machine Operator, Basic X-ray Machine
Operator-Podiatric Medicine, General Radiographer, Nuclear
Medicine, and Radiation Therapy certification. Please note that
Ultrasound and MRI are not certified in Florida; however, some
facilities may require additional licensing through a national
registry.
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Q: What are the requirements for licensure?
A: The State of Florida supports
two avenues of certification for Radiologic Technology
professionals; certification through examination or endorsement.
Per s. 468.304, F.S., applicants desiring certification through
examination must submit a completed application along with the
required fee; be at least 18 years of age at the time of
application; be of good moral character; and General
Radiographers, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, and Radiation
Therapists must have successfully completed a two year accredited
Radiologic Technology Program. Completion of an educational
program is not currently required for Basic X-ray Machine
Operators; however, an examination study guide is available for
purchase and provided by the department. Once the applicant has
fulfilled the application requirements for certification through
examination, they will be placed in an awaiting examination
status. The test administrator will contact the exam candidate and
forward instructions for examination scheduling.
Per s. 468.3065, F.S., certification by endorsement may be issued
to an applicant that submits a completed application, remits the
appropriate fee, and can demonstrate that they hold a current
certificate, license, or registration to practice Radiologic
Technology in another jurisdiction. However, the requirements of
all such certificates, licenses or registrations to practice
Radiologic Technology must be substantially equivalent (in the
department’s opinion) to those established by Florida Statutes.
Applicants holding current ARRT or NMTCB licensure are considered
substantially equivalent. Applicants must submit complete
documentation of past criminal convictions or professional
disciplinary actions, and must not have committed a crime listed
in s. 435.03 F.S., or similar statute in another state.
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Q: Can those convicted of a felony apply for licensure?
A: Yes, Convicted felons may apply, but they must complete a background history form and submit all requested documentation for review.
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Q. Is there a list of approved educational training programs for
General Radiographers, Nuclear Medicine Technologists, and
Radiation Therapists?
A: A list of Florida approved Radiologic Technology programs can
be found at our websiteat http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/rad-tech/Rad_Tech_Prog.pdf (pdf - 23kb). For a list of national programs, please visit the ARRT’s website at www.arrt.org. Please note that we cannot assign CE credit for passing a registry examination.
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Q: Does military training qualify someone for Florida
licensure?
A: Yes, an applicant who has had military training may apply, and
must submit a letter stating that the applicant is ARRT eligible.
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Q: How does the examination process work? When and where is the
exam given?
A: Once the candidate is approved for examination and forwarded to
the test administrator, they will receive an examination
information packet including a Candidate Status Report, an Exam
Handbook and scheduling instructions. The exam candidate will be
given a 90-day testing window for exam scheduling and instructions
on how to contact Pearson VUE for an exam appointment. Pearson VUE
testing centers are located throughout Florida and the nation and
work in conjunction with our test administrator. If exam
candidates do not schedule their exam during their assigned 90-day
window, or if they miss their scheduled appointment, they will
forfeit their exam fee and will need to reapply to take their
exam. Their exam window will not be extended.
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Q: How soon after I take and pass my exam can I expect to see my active license on your online search page?
A: It takes about 2 weeks from the date you take the exam for the successful result to be processed and updated in our system. It may take longer if the exam contractor or test centers are closed due to state or federal holidays. Once the result is in the system it will take an additional couple of days for your license to be printed and mailed out. However, you can work as soon as the online system indicates your license is active.
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Q: Why are the renewal periods on some licenses less than two years?
A: Because we must synchronize technologists’ expiration dates with their birth months, the renewal period for initial licenses is less than two years. Florida statutes require that a license must have a renewal period of at least 12 months, but no longer than 24 months. The expiration date of an initial license spans from the date of issuance, through one full year, and ends on the last day of your next birth month. The renewal period for every subsequent renewal will be a full two years, expiring at the end of your birth month.
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Q: What are the requirements for renewing my active license before it expires?
A: The department will mail a renewal form and instructions to your address of record approximately 90 days prior to your license’s expiration date. In order to renew, you must submit a completed renewal form, correct fees, and proof of 12 hours of approved continuing education from an approved provider. No more than 3 of the 12 CE’s may be classified as personal development, which are courses not directly related to your field of practice, such as CPR. The balance of hours must be classified as technical (radiation protection, equipment operation, etc.). All continuing education used to renew a certificate must have been earned in the current renewal cycle and the same course cannot be repeated in the same cycle. Renewal forms which are postmarked after your license’s expiration date will be considered late and additional late fees will be due. Any license that is not renewed by midnight on the expiration date automatically expires and cannot be used to practice.
You may also renew your active license within your renewal period on our website, www.flhealthsource.com . Simply click on the Licensee/Provider link, click the “Renew License” link, choose “Radiologic Technology” as your profession, sign in with your User ID and Password, and follow the prompts. Your User ID and Password are printed on your renewal form, or you may contact our office for them.
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Q: Where can a technologist obtain approved continuing education
hours?
A:The listing of approved CE providers is available on our website at http://srdappsdoh.doh.state.fl.us/RadTech/CeProviders.aspx . Please note that we cannot assign CE credit for passing a registry examination.
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Q:I took a CE course from a non-Florida approved provider. Can I send a copy of the course for credit?
A: : Courses taken from providers not approved by Florida (ASRT, NMTCB, etc.) should be submitted to our office as soon as you complete the course. Send to:
Department of Health
Office of EMT/Paramedic & Radiologic Tech Licensure
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Bin # C-85
Tallahassee, FL 32399-3285
This is a change of procedure. Please make sure the certificate has your name and certificate number on it so we can properly assign credit, if applicable.
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Q: Do college courses count for CE credit?
A: College courses may or may not count toward CE credit. If the college course is technically related to your field and was taken within your current renewal period, then it may be submitted for review. Medical conferences attended out of state may be also submitted for review. A course outline and certificate of attendance must be submitted. Please note that we cannot assign CE credit for passing a registry examination. Please submit course information as soon as possible after completion to:
Department of Health
Office of EMT/Paramedic & Radiologic Tech Licensure
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Bin # C-85
Tallahassee, FL 32399-3285
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Q: How do I order the Basic X-ray study guide?
A:You may order study materials at http://portals2.elsevier.com/portal/portal/FLRadTech
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Q: How do I request a duplicate license?
A:To request a duplicate certificate, send a written request with your name and certificate number along with a check or money order for $10.00 made payable to “Department of Health” to:
EMT/Paramedic/Radiologic Tech Certification Office
PO Box 6330
Tallahassee FL 32314-6330
You may also purchase duplicate licenses on our website, www.flhealthsource.com . Simply click on the Licensee/Provider link, click the “Request Duplicate License” link, choose “Radiologic Technology” as your profession, sign in with your User ID and Password, and follow the prompts. Your User ID and Password are printed on your renewal form, or you may contact our office for them.
Q: I don't understand the requirements for reactivating my expired or inactive certificate. Could you explain?
A: A certificate that has been expired or inactive can be reactivated for up to 10 years after going inactive or expired. To reactivate a certificate, you need to contact us and request a reactivation form and reactivation instructions. Reactivation is very similar to renewal and requires submission of the form, correct fees, and proof of completing the required number of approved continuing education hours from an approved provider. The number of hours required varies with the length of time the certificate has been inactive or expired - typically 3 hours for every six months the certificate has been inactive or expired. All continuing education hours used to reactivate a certificate must have been earned in the 24 months prior to reactivation. Certificates which expired without being renewed are subject to a late fee, in addition to the normal renewal fee. Certificates which have been inactive for at least a year are only subject to the normal renewal fee. Certificates which have been inactive for less than one year are subject to the late fee. Department staff will list the correct number of hours and fees when they print your form.
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Q: What can I do if I think the person who took my x-ray does not have a license?
A: How to File A
Complaint - You may print the Complaint Form with the Authorization for Release of Patient
Records from the list below or call 1-888
419-3456 or (850) 245-4339 to request one by mail. To avoid delays in the process, please complete all sections of the form and attach the requested information. All complaints must be legibly written or typed, and signed.
To file a complaint on a non-medical related business or
profession, please visit the Department of Business and Professional Regulation.
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Q: How can I change my name or address in your system?
A: To change your address, send signed notification including your name, certificate number, old address, and new address to either the mailing address or fax number below. To change your name, send notification and your legal documents to the mailing address or fax number below.
Department of Health
Office of EMT/Paramedic & Radiologic Tech Licensure
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Bin # C-85
Tallahassee, FL 32399-3285
Fax: 850-245-4385
Q: Where do I send my continuing education certificates?
A: You may fax your certificates to 850-245-4385, or mail them to:
Department of Health
Office of EMT/Paramedic & Radiologic Tech Licensure
4052 Bald Cypress Way
Bin # C-85
Tallahassee, FL 32399-3285
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Q:Why am I unable to renew my license online?
A: If, after logging in to www.flhealthsource.com , you are unable to renew your license, the problem may be one or more of the following:
- Your license is not currently active. Expired or inactive licenses cannot be renewed online.
- You do not have enough continuing education points on file with us.
- We do not have on file your initial 4 hour HIV course.
- You answered yes to the conviction question, either accidentally or intentionally.
If you find yourself unable to renew online contact the board office. We will be happy to assist you.
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Q:Is there a charge for the certification of licensure to other states?
A: Yes, there is a $25 charge which can be paid by check or money order made payable to “Department of Health.”
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Q:Where can I find a list of my CE’s on file thus far?
A: You may view all of your CE’s received by this office on our website, www.flhealthsource.com . Simply click on the Licensee/Provider link, click the “View Profile” link, choose “Radiologic Technology” as your profession, and sign in with your User ID and Password. Your User ID and Password are printed on your renewal form, or you may contact our office for them. Please note that non-Florida approved courses are unable to be entered into the system. If we find these courses acceptable for credit, we may enter a “dummy course” under your CE listing to act as a placeholder to show your completed hours and to allow for online renewal.
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Q: How do I place my license on inactive status?
A: During your renewal period, you may place your license on inactive status by checking “Yes” in answer to question #3 on your renewal form and mailing it with a $40 check or money order made payable to “Department of Health” to:
EMT/Paramedic/Radiologic Tech Certification Office
PO BOX 6330
Tallahassee FL 32314-6330
You may then leave your license in inactive status for up to ten years, and may reactivate it at any time by submitting a completed renewal form, $55, and 12 hours of continuing education.
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Q: How many times may I take the exam?
A: You may take the exam up to five times before you are required to take a refresher course. If, after failing the exam five times, you wish to test again, please contact our office for more information.
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Q: Will I have to resubmit all of my documents if I need to reapply?
A: No. You need not resubmit all of your information (diplomas, National Registry certificates, etc.) when reapplying. You will, however, need to completely fill out another application.
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Q: How do I apply for a temporary license?
A: Temporary licenses can only be issued during the period between a student’s graduation date from radiology school and their testing date. If you wish to apply for a temporary license, you may do so before your graduation date. Submit an application for licensure by examination with all required paperwork (available here: http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/rad-tech/Forms_1005-4127-4128.pdf (pdf - 89kb)). Your application will be held in pending status until we receive confirmation of your graduation, at which time we will issue your temporary license. Upon passage of the state exam, your temporary license will be upgraded to a permanent license. If you fail the exam or let your exam window lapse without testing, however, your temporary license will immediately become null and void. Temporary licenses cannot be reissued. Many students, however, find it more convenient and less expensive to simply take the exam through the ARRT and submit an application for licensure by endorsement upon receiving their ARRT wallet card and certificate.
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Q:Where can I find information on BXMO-P licensure?
A: The Department of Podiatric Medicines website is located at http://www.doh.state.fl.us/mqa/podiatry/index.html
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