"Radiologic technologist" means an individual, other than a licensed doctor of medicine, osteopathy, podiatry, or chiropractic or a dentist licensed pursuant to Chapter 27 (§ 54.1-2700 et seq.), who (i) performs, may be called upon to perform, or is licensed to perform a comprehensive scope of diagnostic or therapeutic radiologic procedures employing ionizing radiation and (ii) is delegated or exercises responsibility for the operation of radiation-generating equipment, the shielding of patient and staff from unnecessary radiation, the appropriate exposure of radiographs, the administration of radioactive chemical compounds under the direction of an authorized user as specified by regulations of the Department of Health, or other procedures that contribute to any significant extent to the site or dosage of ionizing radiation to which a patient is exposed.
"Radiologic technologist, limited" means an individual, other than a licensed radiologic technologist, dental hygienist, or person who is otherwise authorized by the Board of Dentistry under Chapter 27 (§ 54.1-2700 et seq.) and the regulations pursuant thereto, who performs diagnostic radiographic procedures employing equipment that emits ionizing radiation that is limited to specific areas of the human body.
"Radiologist assistant" means an individual who has met the requirements of the Board for licensure as an advanced-level radiologic technologist and who, under the direct supervision of a licensed doctor of medicine or osteopathy specializing in the field of radiology, is authorized to (i) assess and evaluate the physiological and psychological responsiveness of patients undergoing radiologic procedures; (ii) evaluate image quality, make initial observations, and communicate observations to the supervising radiologist; (iii) administer contrast media or other medications prescribed by the supervising radiologist; and (iv) perform, or assist the supervising radiologist to perform, any other procedure consistent with the guidelines adopted by the American College of Radiology, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, and the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Review state laws and regulations that apply to the board and the practice of Radiologic Technology.
Please visit the application wizard for information on how to apply for a license to practice as a Radiologic Technologist, Radiologic Technologist-Limited or a Radiologist Assistant. For other forms check the applications and forms page.
| Date | Event | Agenda | Minutes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 22 2025 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology | ||
| Jun 11 2025 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology | ||
| Feb 12 2025 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology | ||
| Oct 9 2024 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology - Cancelled | ||
| Jun 5 2024 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology | Agenda | Draft Minutes |
| Feb 7 2024 1:00PM (Wed) | Advisory Board on Radiological Technology - Cancelled |
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Cheryl Cunningham, Rad Tech
Salem
1st Term expires: 6/30/26
Angela Dunn, Rad Tech
Yale
1st Term expires: 6/30/26
Uma Prasad, MD, Vice-Chair
Midlothian
2nd Term expires: 6/30/26
David Roberts, RT
Palmyra
2nd Term expires: 6/30/26
Sandra Catchings, DDS
Citizen
1st Term expires: 6/30/26
1. When did licensure become effective?
Regulations requiring licensure for Radiologic Technologists became effective December 25, 1996.
2. Do I have to have a license to work in a hospital?
The law (Code of Virginia) requires anyone practicing radiologic technology to have a license except an employee of a licensed hospital, provided that person is acting within the scope of his employment or engagement as a radiologic technologist. Therefore, if you work in a hospital but are not an employee of that hospital, you must have a license.
3. How can I obtain an application for a license and how long does the process take?
Applications can be accessed from the board’s website or you may call the board office at 804-367-4600. The average time to process an application is 6 to 8 weeks.
4. Can I practice with a temporary license until a full license is issued?
Virginia does not issue a temporary license, however, an applicant who is an unlicensed graduate of an ARRT approved program may be employed as a trainee under the direct supervision of a licensed radiologic technologist, doctor of medicine, osteopathy, chiropractic or podiatry.
5. Does your state have reciprocity?
No. An applicant must meet the education and examination requirements to become licensed.
6. My school is no longer in existence. How do I provide documentation of education?
You must provide a notarized copy of your school’s diploma and transcript and a statement that your school is no longer in existence.
7. When do I have to renew my license and how long does it take to process?
Your license must be renewed biennially during your birth month in each odd-numbered year. The fee is $135.00. A current license is printed, mailed and delivered to its destination within 10 working days. If you do not receive your updated license within four weeks of payment, contact the board office.
8. What is the difference between an active and inactive license, and what are my options to renew my license?
An active license allows practice. An inactive does not allow practice. You may renew in an active status, inactive status or allow your license to expire.
9. I am applying for a license in another state that requires verification of my Virginia license. How do I verify my license to another jurisdiction?
For years, the Virginia Board of Medicine has been leveraging technology and moving towards paperless processes, one of which is the Board’s verification of your professional license. On April 13, 2020, the Board of Medicine switched to digital verification of licenses. The process includes the use of License Lookup and a letter of explanation to be included with your verification to third parties.
License Lookup is the Department of Health Professions system that provides primary-source public licensing and discipline information in real-time, 24 hours a day, free of charge. The information meets the requirements of the Joint Commission. You can print the licensing information and discipline information, if applicable, for scanning and sending to the entity that needs your license verification. A letter of “explanation of process” can be printed and sent with the verification as authentication of the process to the entity.
If you are unable to locate your information on License Lookup, you can email the Board at medbd@dhp.virginia.gov.
10. What if I had not notified you of my change of address and the renewal form was sent to the old address?
If you do not receive a notice to renew, you will need to contact the board office at 804-367-4600 for instructions to renew.
11. What if my renewal payment is not received by the deadline?
An additional fee for processing a late renewal will be imposed. The license will not be updated until the additional fee is received.
12. I have mailed my renewal form to you. When can I expect to receive my new wallet card?
A renewal certificate with the wallet card attached is generated upon receipt of the renewal fee. It should reach the licensees address of record within 10 to 14 business days.
13. I am going out of the country for a year. Can I renew early?
A license can only be updated within 60 days prior to the expiration date. Early renewal for military deployment may be considered. Call 804-367-4600.
14. What do I have to do to notify the board of an upcoming name change?
Name changes must be submitted in writing with a copy of legal documentation of name change. Requests may be faxed to 804-527-4426.
15. I have not received my renewal certificate for the current year. What do I need to do?
Contact the board office at 804-367-4600.
16. Can you fax renewal forms to me?
No.
17. May I verify a license online?
Yes. Go to our License Lookup. For instructions on verifying your license to another state/jurisdiction, please see FAQ #9.
18. Does the Virginia Board have a newsletter?
The board publishes a Board Brief newsletter periodically. The latest Board Briefs can be found online.
19. May I renew my Virginia license online?
Yes, you are able to renew during your renewal cycle through the Online Licensing website.
20. May I change my address online?
Yes. Visit the Online Licensing site for more details.
21. If I want to file a complaint, may I obtain a complaint form online?
Yes, visit the Enforcement section of the DHP web to get the form and you may email your complaint to complaints@dhp.virginia.gov.
22. What are the CE requirements for renewal?
Renewal in a current/active status requires attestation of having completed 24 hours of continuing education as acceptable to and documented by the ARRT within the last biennium. At least 12 of the hours must be acceptable to the ARRT as Category A.
1. When did licensure become effective?
Regulations requiring licensure for Radiologic Technologists-Limited became effective December 25, 1996.
2. Who is required to have a license to practice?
Anyone other than a licensed doctor of medicine, osteopathy, podiatry, or chiropractic, or a dentist or dental hygienist who performs radiographic procedures employing equipment which emits ionizing radiation which is limited to specific areas of the human body.
3. What are the anatomical areas specific to the practice?
Chest/thorax, abdomen/pelvis, skull/sinuses, spine, extremities, bone density, chiropractic and podiatry.
4. Can I obtain licensure through a grandfather clause?
No. The grandfather clause expired January 1, 1999.
5. How can I find programs acceptable to the board for licensure?
The board will accept a program consisting of 50 clock hours to include 25 hours in image production/equipment operation, 15 hours in radiation protection and 10 hours of radiographic procedures in the anatomical area of the radiologic technologist-limited’s practice. The program must be directed by a radiologic technologist with a bachelor’s degree and current ARRT certification and have instructors who are licensed radiologic technologists. The ACRRT program for chiropractic, the ISCD for bone density and the Virginia Podiatric Medical Society course and examination for podiatry are also acceptable.
6. May I take x-rays under the supervision of a licensed physician without a radiologic technologist-limited license?
Only if you have submitted an application and received authorization for training from the Board.
7. How do I apply to take x-rays in the anatomical areas of abdomen/pelvis?
In addition to the 50 hour program and passing the ARRT Limited Scope core examination, the applicant shall have successfully performed at least 25 radiologic examinations of the abdomen/pelvis under the direct supervision and observation of a licensed radiologic technologist or a doctor of medicine or osteopathy. Prior approval must be obtained from the board before commencement of training in this area.
8. How can I obtain an application for a license and how long does the process take?
Applications can be accessed from the board’s website or you may call the board office at 804-367-4673. The average time to process an application is 6 to 8 weeks.
9. Can I practice with a temporary license until a full license is issued?
Virginia does not issue a temporary license. A traineeship is available to applicants awaiting results of the ARRT examination.
10. Is an examination required?
Yes. Virginia requires the ARRT Limited Scope examination. All applicants must take the Core section and the anatomical area section of the radiologic technologist-limited’s practice. The fee to take the Limited Scope examination is $100.00 (bone density is an additional $100.00). Applicants who have completed the ACRRT, ISCD or Virginia Podiatric Society programs do not have to take the Limited Scope examination for those anatomical areas. In addition to the examination, all applicants, with the exception of practice in bone density, must provide evidence of having successfully performed in a traineeship at least 10 radiologic examinations in the anatomical area for which he is seeking licensure.
11. Does your state have reciprocity?
No. An applicant must meet the education and examination requirements to become licensed.
12. When do I have to renew my license and how long does it take to process?
Your license must be renewed biennially during your birth month in each odd-numbered year. The fee is $70.00. A current license is printed, mailed and delivered to its destination within 10 working days. If you do not receive your updated license within four weeks of payment, contact the board office.
13. What is the difference between an active and inactive license, and what are my options to renew my license?
An active license allows practice. An inactive does not allow practice. You may renew in an active status, inactive status or allow your license to expire.
14. I am applying for a license in another state that requires verification of my Virginia license. How do I verify my license to another jurisdiction?
For years, the Virginia Board of Medicine has been leveraging technology and moving towards paperless processes, one of which is the Board’s verification of your professional license. On April 13, 2020, the Board of Medicine switched to digital verification of licenses. The process includes the use of License Lookup and a letter of explanation to be included with your verification to third parties.
License Lookup is the Department of Health Professions system that provides primary-source public licensing and discipline information in real-time, 24 hours a day, free of charge. The information meets the requirements of the Joint Commission. You can print the licensing information and discipline information, if applicable, for scanning and sending to the entity that needs your license verification. A letter of “explanation of process” can be printed and sent with the verification as authentication of the process to the entity.
If you are unable to locate your information on License Lookup, you can email the Board at medbd@dhp.virginia.gov.
15. What if I had not notified you of my change of address and the renewal form was sent to the old address?
If you do not receive a notice to renew, you will need to contact the board office at 804-367-4673 for instructions to renew.
16. What if my renewal payment is not received by the deadline?
An additional fee for processing a late renewal will be imposed. The license will not be updated until the additional fee is received.
17. I have mailed my renewal form to you. When can I expect to receive my new wallet card?
A renewal certificate with the wallet card attached is generated upon receipt of the renewal fee. It should reach the licensees address of record within 10 to 14 business days.
18. I am going out of the country for a year. Can I renew early?
A license can only be updated within 60 days prior to the expiration date. Early renewal for military deployment may be considered. Call 804-367-4673.
19. What do I have to do to notify the board of an upcoming name change?
Name changes must be submitted in writing with a copy of legal documentation of name change. Requests may be faxed to 804-527-4426.
20. I have not received my renewal certificate for the current year. What do I need to do?
Contact the board office at 804-367-4673.
21. Can you fax renewal forms to me?
No.
22. May I verify a license online?
Yes. Go to our License Lookup. For instructions on verifying your license to another state/jurisdiction, please see FAQ #14.
23. Does the Virginia Board have a newsletter?
The board publishes a Board Brief newsletter periodically. The latest Board Briefs can be found online.
24. May I renew my Virginia license online?
Yes, you are able to renew during your renewal cycle through the Online Licensing website.
25. May I change my address online?
Yes. Visit the Online Licensing site for more details.
26. If I want to file a complaint, may I obtain a complaint form online?
Yes, visit the Enforcement section of the DHP web to get the form and you may email your complaint to complaints@dhp.virginia.gov.
27. What are the CE requirements for renewal?
Renewal of a current/active license as a radiologic technologist-limited requires attestation of having completed 12 hours of Category A continuing education within the last biennium that corresponds to the anatomical areas in which the limited licensee practices. Hours must be acceptable to and documented by the ARRT or by any other entity approved by the board for limited licensees whose scope of practice is podiatry or bone densitometry.
Virginia Board of Medicine
medbd@dhp.virginia.gov | Contact the Board
William L. Harp, MD, Executive Director
John R. Clements, DPM, President