WE’RE BACK!

Listen in as we kick off MRI week by sitting down with three of the most respected voices in MRI safety: Tobias Gilk (MRSO, MRSE), Pete Jablonka RT (R)(MR)(CT)(ARRT)(VRT)(MRSO) and Doug Boyd RT (R)(MR). In this episode, we dive into their latest collaborative effort...a new MRI safety book designed to reach across all levels of experience! Whether you’re just entering the field, a seasoned MRI technologist, or part of a radiology leadership team, this resource is crafted to enhance understanding, reduce risk, and raise the standard of MRI safety across the board!

After a bit of a podcast pause, we couldn’t think of a better reason to hit “record” again. This conversation is exactly what our industry needs right now, practical, informed, and passionately focused on protecting patients and professionals alike. Whether you’re running in on your commute or catching up between cases, we hope this episode reignites your commitment to safety and reminds you why this work matters. Welcome back, and thanks for listening!

On this episode of CollaborationRA we are joined with guest host, Andrea Delony (MSRS, RT (R) (M), CRA), to have a casual conversation about management, team retention, and constructive ways to invest in those we are working with.

Please know that the views and discussions in this podcast are our own and are not those of any professional societies or organizations. These are discussions with professionals within our industry to share our experiences and ideas.

(00:51): Introduction to episode.

(02:04): Introducing guest host Andrea Delony.

(03:44): Learning more about Andrea’s career journey and professional progression.

(06:25): What management roles with “boots on the ground” roles offer to connecting with your team.

(10:14): What the Certified Radiology Administrator certification brings and what is gained from this additional credential.

(13:17): “Open to work” and the discussion on workplace retention and workplace toxicity; finding a balance.

(19:13): Constructive ways to encourage workplace satisfaction, instill positivity, and suggestions when salary raises might not be an option.

(31:32): What to consider when you see that sign-on bonus.

(37:52): Advocacy and what it brings to the workplace environment.

(43:44): Updates and closing out the show

Thank you to all our listeners! If you are interested in having your own episode, please feel free to reach out to us and we will make it happen!

As we roll into the 4th season of CollaborationRA we brough on guest host, Nicole Ozinga, a registered PET/CT Nuclear Medicine technologist to visit with us about some of the legislation and professional advocacy that has been going on. We cover many topics and share personal experiences in our advocacy, be sure to listen in and get inspired!

Timeline:

· (00:51) Reece opens season four of CollaborationRA.

· (01:47) Introducing Nicole Ozinga.

· (04:30) Nicole shares how she first got exposed to the Nuclear Medicine.

· (06:10) Understanding on the differences between Nuclear Medicine and PET CT and why those certifications are valuable.

· (08:59) Discussing patient’s understanding of radiation and developing a healthy understanding.

· (10:44) Digging in deep to learn to learn how improving patient’s exams led to Nicole’s personal advocacy efforts.

· (15:18) Sharing our advocacy stories and how they relate to best patient care practices

· (17:46) Going to “Hill Day” and visiting the nation’s capital, an inside perspective.

· (24:36) Societies give you a safe space to be uncomfortable and build on professional strengths.

· (27:03) Understanding the “Find Act” and the 2025 push that gained success with CMS.

· (31:58) Discussing the RA, NMAA, Nuclear Medicine advocacy and supporting each other with state licensure in the future.

· (37:00) Gaining knowledge that one sentence in legislation can have major outcomes on our professionals.

· (42:52) Offering paygrades for advanced certifications and job roles as a retention model.

· (44:18) Discussing the NMAA and the RA, the push for professional recognition.

· (48:20) The radiologist shortage and how the extenders can be a “part” of the solution.

· (52:51) Professional advocacy and workplace happiness can aid in retention efforts.

· (53:57) Closing the episode out!

We hope that you gain new perspectives and understanding with each discussion we have. Our profession is vital to the care patients receive and nothing showcases that better than sharing our stories. If you want to come on and share your perspective, find us at collaborationra@gmail.com and let us know!