R9-16-610. Mammographic Technologist - Eligibility and Scope of Practice

A. An individual is eligible to apply for initial certification as a mammographic technologist if the individual: 1. Is at least 18 years of age; 2. Possesses a current Department-issued certification in radiologic technology; and 3. Satisfies one of the following: a. Holds a current ARRT certification in mammography; b. Meets the initial training and education requirements in 21 CFR 900.12 and has a passing score on a Department-approved examination in mammography, or c. Meets the criteria in A.R.S. § 32-4302(A). B. An individual certified as a mammographic technologist: 1. Shall follow the standards specified for Mammography in the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) Practice Standards for Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy, effective June 30, 2024, available at https://www.asrt.org/main/standards-and-regulations/professional-practice/practice-standards-online, incorporated by reference, on file with the Department, and including no future editions or amendments; and 2. May perform diagnostic mammography or screening mammography, as defined in A.R.S. § 30-651.