Happy Thanksgiving!

As we gather to celebrate Thanksgiving with our families let us remember the blessings we have been given.  As, this Thanksgiving will be like none other we can still enjoy the day.  From our house to yours Happy Thanksgiving…..

Patrick Murphy, ISSRT President

NRTW 2020 Closing Remarks

Dear ISSRT Members and NRTW participants,

What a fun week…. Hope you had the chance to enjoy a fun filled week of
activities. Who knows maybe you even won a prize! This was our first
year to make a full week celebration. I want to say a big THANK YOU to
our NRTW Committee Janelle Murphy, Liz Gresey and Andy Harmon.
Your hard work and dedication to NRTW was greatly appreciated….
I hope you have seen what the ISSRT can share with you. Not only do we
host the Annual ISSRT Conference, but we are advocates for our
profession. In the future, we hope to offer continuing education sessions in
local areas. Please consider joining your state affiliation society. We
would like to see you become a member. Thanks again for sharing the fun
week with us.

Patrick Murphy
ISSRT President

National Radiologic Technology Week Winners

Congratulations to all the winners of the different activities that technologist participated in during NRTW.  If you didn’t win, I hope you just had fun doing all the activities.  Maybe next year will be your year to win!  Thanks to all that participated.

Here is the list of winners:

Monday’s Shout Out FB post winners:

  • $50 Visa gift card – Jaylynn Schackel
  • $25 Visa gift card winners – Cheyenne Rachall, Jesse Barker, Rend Lake College, and Anne Lawyer

Tuesday’s Trivia winners:

  • $25 Visa gift cards – Chaise Hulcher, Makayla Meaker, and Danielle Logue

Thursday’s Crossword winners:

  • $25 Visa gift cards – Patti Holvey, Jennifer Beese, and Taylor Lindsey

Friday’s NRTW Celebration photo winner:

  • $50 Visa gift card is Sarah Miller.

ISSRT Officer Nomination Letter

Aug 30, 2020

As part of the ISSRT, the members of the society are given the privilege and responsibility of electing those individuals who will serve the society in the offices of President, Vice President, President Elect, Northern Advisor, Central Advisor, Southern Advisor, ISSRT Delegate, Treasurer, and Secretary. On September 1st of each year, the Nominating Committee will begin its work to develop a slate of nominees to be voted on. Please assist us by giving consideration to the nomination of those individuals you feel have demonstrated exceptional character, leadership and a commitment to the ISSRT and fellow RTs.

Who can be nominated?: A nominee must be a member of ISSRT and the ASRT at the time of nomination. Some positions require certain criteria be met. So please check the position requirements before nominating yourself or someone else.  A link to the summary of responsibilities for the officers and nominating committee can be found just above the Nomination Form that you may reference to when you are voting.

  1. All persons who accept the nomination must be available to attend the annual conference in April in Bloomington to be installed. The installation occurs on the 2ndday of the conference (usually Tuesday). They also must be willing to meet in person in Bloomington for our July Board meeting, and be available for our Go-to Meetings by phone/computer throughout their term of service.
  2. Nominations are held September 1– November 30
  3. Voting is held on line Jan 1- Feb 1
  4. Newly Elected Board members will be Notified by March 1st
  5. Newly elected board members will be installed to office at our April Conference.
  6. The following 2021-2022 Board positions are open for nominations (see above for descriptions and requirements):

President Elect, Secretary, Treasurer, Southern  Region Advisor, Central Region Advisor and ISSRT Delegate to the ASRT.

If you have any questions please let us know.

Patrick Murphy, President
Illinois Society of Radiologic Technologists
Member, American Society of Radiologic Technologists

You can find a summary of responsibilities for the officers and nominating committee by clicking here.

Fill out my online form.

The Illinois State Society of Radiologic Technologists (ISSRT) is an organization whose mission is to lead and serve its members, the healthcare profession, and the public on all issues impacting the radiologic sciences.

The ISSRT achieves its mission by:

  • Promoting quality patient care
  • Strengthening professional standards by supporting legislative activities and healthcare initiatives
  • Supporting the professional development for radiologic technologists in all areas of the radiologic sciences
  • Upholding the profession’s code of ethics and increasing the profession’s image and reputation
  • Fostering relationships with healthcare institutions, physicians, and professionals with mutual interests advocating unity within the radiologic sciences
Join the ISSRT

Become a member of the Illinois State Society of Radiologic Technologists and experience a vibrant community, essential tools, and exceptional leraning that will enhance every element of your professional development.

ISSRT Scholarships
Each year, the Illinois State Society of Radiologic Technologists grants scholarships to student and technologist members who exert exemplary talent. Learn about the Elizabeth Bray and Regional scholarships, including the application and deadline.
Very Inspiring Professionals
The ISSRT has compiled lists of its Past Presidents, ASRT Fellows, and Lifetime Members as part of its website. These Very Inspiring Professionals have made major contributions to the ISSRT and the radiologic technology field.