This development of the radiologist assistant (RA) profession within the field of radiologic technology is an important step for improving access to care for patients in Virginia.  The RA will serve as an extender for radiologists and perform procedures under varying levels of supervision by radiologists. 

The professional licensure of radiologist assistants  is supported by the American College of Radiology (AS), the Virginia Chapter of the ACR, the American Society of Radiologic Technologists, and the Virginia Society of Radiologic Technologists.

I support the creation of regulations for Virginia RAs based on materials advanced by the Virginia chapter of the ACR.