North Carolina Society of Radiologic Technologists, Inc. (NCSRT)

In 1939, North Carolina was coming out of the “Great Depression”. Several technicians, working at Duke Hospital were gathered around the water cooler discussing the prospect of establishing an x-ray society. The American Society of X-Ray Technicians (as we were called then) which had been organized in the 1920’s, encouraged states to affiliate with them.

The first meeting was held in Durham on April 29th. Mr. May, President invited all 13 technicians in the state to attend. Dr. James Reeves Chairman of the X-Ray Department at Duke Hospital encouraged the participants to move forward with affiliation and pledged his help.

Mission:
The mission of the North Carolina Society of Radiologic Technologists Inc. (NCSRT, Inc.) is to give health care professionals the knowledge, resources, and support they need to provide quality patient care. The NCSRT, Inc. will lead its members, their health care colleagues, the profession, and the public on all issues that affect the radiologic sciences. It will work to enhance the delivery of radiologic care and to ensure its safety, quality, and efficiency.

The NCSRT, Inc. will achieve this mission by: • Providing beneficial educational opportunities in the radiologic sciences and delivering them in innovative ways.
• Strengthening professional standards.
• Enhancing the image and reputation of the profession.
• Upholding the professional code of ethic.
• Promoting unity within the profession while respecting its diversity.
• Supporting research and progress in the radiologic sciences.
• The NCSRT, Inc. will continually assess its progress toward achieving its mission.
Vision:
The North Carolina Society of Radiologic Technologists will be the voice of North Carolina’s imaging professionals and provide leadership and education to imaging professionals in the pursuit of quality patient care and safety.

Values:
• Leadership
• Education
• Professionalism
• Safety