Mandatory Procedures Applicants must demonstrate experience in all of the 22 mandatory procedures. There are 15 mandatory procedures under MR Imaging Procedures and there are 84 repetitions accounted for by these 15 procedures. Elective Procedures Applicants must demonstrate experience in at least 8 of the 22 elective procedures. There are 24 repetitions accounted for by these 8 electives. At least two of the electives selected must be from the Thorax category.
Simulation is defined as performance of a procedure protocol with actual imaging being done.
Performance may involve a volunteer, but may not be performed on a phantom. Simulated procedures must be verifiable in case of audit. Repetitions must be performed within the 24 month period immediately preceding application for examination. Repetitions may be completed in less than 24 months. An examination on one patient may be used to address several procedures.