CollaborationRA

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,...

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...

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...

This week was share our open mic with guest host, Joel Horsford, CEO of RadEmploy.  Listen in as Mr. Horsford shares about the start of RadEmploy, employer and employee job connections, and how this company works to give Medical Imaging professionals a self-marketing space.  We love connecting with Joel and joining the Fireside chats, bringing us all closer together through conversation. Timeline ...

In this episode we get to sit down with again with Caitlin Clark, board member for the LSRT, to hear about some of the important factors of putting on state affiliate CEU lectures.  Listen is as we talk about student engagement, vendor agreements, and what all happens behind the scenes to make these events happen.   (00:37) Welcome back to Collaboration RA, Marcelene and Reece reconnect! (04:19) T...

❗❗THIS IS A CALL TO ACTION ❗❗ "Here's where we choose to be rad, we choose to be seen and we refuse to be ignored" - Brandon Smith Want to know what all the push is about with signing the petition for recognition with the Office of Management and Budget? We got you covered! Brandon Smith , Chair of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists , joins Marcelene Forbus to have...

In this quick episode we take you behind the scenes of the Society of Radiology Physician Extenders (SRPE) to get to know some of the attendees. Listen in as a few of us share in the value of going to these conferences and what Radiologist Assistant (RA) students gain through their attendance. It is amazing the network you can build in conferences like these and it is what elevates and educates ou...

This week our featured guest host is Kenzi Samuelson.  Mrs. Samuelson has been practicing in the industry as an ultrasound tech for almost a decade and wanted to come on the open mic to share her experiences in the profession.  Listen in as we engage in conversations and learn more about our struggles, how to overcome them and ways that we can continue to progress in our profession.   In this epis...

For this episode we invited A Couple Of Rad Techs Podcast, Chaundria Singleton, on to collaborate and connect as one platform for the evening.  We speak candidly on current events and the effects they have on our profession and how we can lead together to continue the rise in our voices.  Check out the timeline below an listen to the conversation flow.   Timeline: (00:52) Opening and introduction...

In this episode we spend time in casual conversation with fellow RA and friend Wesley Shay.  We hit on many topics but during the whole conversation you can hear how social media and word of mouth impact our profession.  As we look at moving forward, consider what impact you want to make and how to make it more constructive.   Timeline: (00:51) Intro and introducing Wesley Shay. (02:39) Meeting We...

This week host Marcelene Forbus took to the open mic to share the inspiration for our recent social media post on recognizing the foundation that radiology has.  Listen in as she takes you on an in-depth look into developing self-recognition, speaking respect, and understanding that we all already have everything we need to make an impact.   Timeline: (00:51):  Marcelene opens the show. (01:32):  ...

This week we got a few of us RA's to come together and discuss some of the positive things we are seeing in the profession and what the positive moment is bringing with it. Listen in as Marcelene Forbus, Reece Burgoon, Derek Maderios, Sue Wertz, Sean Wiley, and Will Bryant hit on topics like career opportunities, recognition with legislators, state/national discussions, RA travelers, and atten...

On this episode we get the honor to sit and visit with Jason Newmark and Kim Evans with the AHRA: The Association for Medical Imaging Management.  We wanted to know more about the Certified Radiology Administrator (CRA) credentials and the value that this certification can bring to those of us in leadership positions!  Enjoy the listen as we hit many of the topics that are happening in our departm...

This week we got the opportunity to visit with James Armo, who joined us all the way from Ghana, Africa.  In this episode we look at some of the differences between the educational programs overseas in comparison to the United States and what are the things that connect us as professionals.   We were so grateful to have had this chance to visit with Mr. Armo and we are wishing him the best as he h...

Today’s episode we get to sit down with featured guest host, James Reaves (RT, CT, MR), to learn more about how the Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologist (GSRT) is working towards strengthen recognition in their state.   One of the ways that they are doing this, is through visiting the Georgia Capitol and educating on the importance of our profession.  This episode gives you an inside look at...

On this episode we share our mic with Texas Lobbyist, Kyle Frazier, as he shares open advice on what advocacy for radiology-based professionals should look like.  He spends time sharing the importance a lobbyist can play in the legislative role, how to advocate effectively, and the importance of making connections with representatives.  This episode of all about empowering our process and educatin...

This week our featured guest is Melody Mulaik, President of Revenue Cycle Coding Strategies.  Listen in as she takes time with us to shed light on some of the questions that continue to be raised about billing for the Radiologist Assistant (RA) profession.  We take and extensive look into the 2019 CMS billing guidelines, incident to, value in the RA, seeking support, MARCA, and how Medical Imaging...

Fellow Radiologic Technologists and guest hosts Travis Winsett and Cade Little, join us on the open mic to ask questions as they consider advancing their career into the extender role.  We share on the various opportunities that are out there and how to assist in making the right decisions when looking at advancing your career in medical imaging.   In this episode we also share extensively on the...

Join us as we get to sit with UT Heath in San Antonio’s program Director, Laura P. Vasquez (Ph. D, MS, RVT, RT, MR, MRSO), as she shares about the program they are offering.  This is the first ver entry into the program at a master’s level that offers students the education, training, and opportunity to become multimodality certifications.   We hit on several topics during this discussion with the...

In this short episode Marcelene Forbus and Reece Burgoon spend some time recapping over the last 2 seasons on the CollabroationRA podcast.  We share on some of the highlights and our excitement for what Season 3 will bring in 2024 year. Some of our RA community wanted to take a moment to come on and stake a moment to thank our listeners as we closed out the 2023 year.  CollabroationRA is wishing e...

This week we are joined with guest hosts Christine Eckenrod (R, CT, MR) and Tiffany Shaffer (RT) come on the air to share about the value of being a clinical instructor (CI) can bring.  There are many benefits outside of financial gain and we share each of our experiences in teaching and the ways in which it has given back during our careers.  In this episode we all learn that “everyone has someth...

This week’s guest hosts are Terrence Licciardi  (RA) and Elizabeth Eslich (RA) who come on to share in conversation with us about how we practice in state with/without licensure of the Radiologist Assistant (RA). Please check out our website at  www.collaborationra.com  for any of the information regarding how RA’s practice.   Timeline: ·      (00:37) Intro ·      (02:00) Opening discussing about...

Part 2 of the continued ASRT discussion!! We sent an open invitation to the ASRT to hear about some of what's happening behind the scenes of the imaging profession.  We were thrilled to share the open mic with ASRT CEO, Melissa Pergola (ED.D., RT (R) (M), FASRT), and ASRT President, Brandon Smith (M.B.A., M.S.R.S, RT (R) (VI), CIIP).  Listen in and join us in a discussion on gaining perspectiv...

Engage in this 2-part series!  We sent an open invitation to the ASRT to hear about some of what's happening behind the scenes of the imaging profession.  We were thrilled to share the open mic with ASRT CEO, Melissa Pergola (ED.D., RT (R) (M), FASRT), and ASRT President, Brandon Smith (M.B.A., M.S.R.S, RT (R) (VI), CIIP).  Listen in and join us in a discussion on gaining perspective about the...

On this week’s episode Hosts Marcelene Forbus (RT, RPA) and Reece Burgoon (RT, RRA) invited an AI based company to come on and share how this technology is advancing the MRI space!  Our featured guest host, Gil Shetrit, takes time to share about Medic Vision Imaging Solutions and how this integration enhances image quality and improves the overall experiences of patients, technologists, and physic...