CREED

I solemnly pledge myself before God and to the presence of this assembly, that we may serve
humanity with fidelity, honor and objective of the Radiologic Technology profession to the best
of one’s ability and render service without any mental reservations to the practice of Radiologic
Technology.

RT Act of 1992 is also known as Republic Act 7431 (RA 7431), which defines important radiologic
technology terms, as well as, establishes duties, rights, functions and responsibilities of the
Radiologic Technologists.

REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7431

AN ACT REGULATING THE PRACTICE OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY IN THE PHILIPPINES,

CREATING THE BOARD OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGY DEFINING ITS POWERS AND FUNCTIONS
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.

Section 1. Title. — This Act shall be known and cited as the “Radiologic Technology Act of 1992.”

Sec. 2. Statement of Policy. — It is the policy of the State to upgrade the practice of radiologic
technology in the Philippines for the purpose of protecting the public from the hazards posed by
radiation as well as to ensure safe and proper diagnosis, treatment and research through the
application of machines and/or equipment using radiation.

Sec. 3. Definition of Terms. — As used in this Act the following terms and shall mean:

(a) “X-ray technology” is an auxiliary branch of radiology which deals with the technical
application of x-rays as aid in the diagnosis of diseases and injuries;

(b) “Radiologic technology” is an auxiliary branch of radiology which deals with the technical
application of radiation, such as x-rays, beta rays, gamma rays, ultrasound and radio frequency
rays, in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases;

(c) “X-ray technologist” is a bona fide holder of a certificate of registration for x-ray technology
issued by the Board of Radiologic Technology in accordance with this Act;

(d) “Radiologic Technologist” is a bona fide holder of a certificate of registration for radiologic
technology issued by the Board of Radiologic Technology in accordance with this Act;

(e) “Radiology” is a branch of medical science, which deals with the use of radiation in the
diagnosis, treatment and research of diseases;
(f) “Radiologist” is a licensed physician who specializes in the diagnosis or treatment of disease
with the use of radiation;

(g) “Medical physicist” is a physicist who specializes in the application of the principles and
techniques of physics in medicine;

(h) “Board” refers to the Board of Radiologic Technology; and

(i) “Commission” refers to the Professional Regulation Commission created under Presidential
Decree Numbered Two hundred and twenty-three.

Sec. 4. Practice X-ray Technology. — The practice of x-ray technology shall include any and all
acts by which one renders, furnishes, or contracts to render or furnished professional service as
an x-ray technologist.

An x-ray technologist shall also be considered in the practice of his profession if the nature and
character of his employment requires professional knowledge in the art and science of x-ray
technology and such employment or position requires that the holder thereof be an x-ray
technologist.

Nothing in this Act shall be construed to disqualify other professionals dulyregistered with the
Professional Regulation Commission from performing any of the acts abovementioned;
Provided, that under the law or laws governing their respective professions, they may perform
the said acts; Provided, further, That no person shall use the title “X-ray Technologist” or any
other title conveying the impression that he is an x-ray technologist without having been issued
a certificate of registration as x-ray technologist by the Commission in the manner provided in
this Act.

Sec. 5. Practice of Radiology Technology. — The practice of radiologic technology shall include
any and all acts by which one renders, furnishes, or contracts to render or furnish professional
service as a radiologic technologist.

A radiologic technologist shall also be considered in the practice of his profession if the nature
and character of his employment requires professional knowledge in the art and science of
radiologic technology, and such employment or position requires that the holder thereof be a
radiologic technologist.

Nothing in this Act shall be construed to disqualify other professionals dulyregistered with the
Professional Regulation Commission from performing any of the acts abovementioned:
Provided, That under the law or laws governing their respective professions, they may perform
the said acts: Provided, further, that no person shall use the title “Radiologic Technologist” or
any other title conveying the impression that he is a radiologist technologist without having
been issued a certificate of registration as radiologic technologist by the Commission in the
manner provided in this Act.
Sec. 6. Creation of the Board of Radiologic Technology. — There is herebycreated a Board of
Radiologic Technology which shall be composed of aChairman and four (4) members, all of
whom shall be appointed by the President of the Philippines upon the recommendation of the
Professional Regulation Commission. The Commission shall recommend three (3) radiologic
technologists from a list to be submitted by the Association of radiologic technologists; one (1)
radiologist from a list to be submitted by the association of radiologists; and one (1) medical
physicist from a list to be submitted by the association of medical physicists: Provided, however,
That the said associations are accredited in accordance with Presidential Decree Numbered Two
hundred and twenty-three: Provided, further, That each person whose name is submitted shall
possess the qualifications prescribed in Section 7 of this Act.

Sec. 7. Qualifications of Board Members. —

a) Each member of the Board shall at the time of his appointment:(1) Be a citizen and resident of
the Philippines;(2) Be of good moral character;(3) Be at least thirty (30) years of age; and(4) Is
neither a member of the faculty, whether full time, part time or lecturer, of any school, college
or university where a regular course in radiologic technology is taught, nor has any pecuniary
interest, directly or indirectly, in such institution during his term of office as a Board member.

(b) Three (3) members of the Board, including the Chairman, shall at thetime of their
appointment:(1) Be radiologic technologist; and(2) Have at least ten (10) years practice as
radiologic technologists prior to their appointment; Provided, that the three (3) radiologic
technologists appointed as members of the first Board shall be deemed automatically registered
as radiologic technologists upon assumption of their duties as members.

(c) One (1) member of the Board shall at the time of his appointment:(1) Be a radiologist; and(2)
Has at least ten (10) years practice as a radiologist prior to hisappointment.

(d) One (1) member of the Board shall at the time of his appointment:(1) Be a medical physicist;
and(2) Has at least ten (10) years practice as a medical physicist.

Sec. 8. Term of Office. — The members of the Board shall hold office for aterm of three (3) years
from the date of their appointment until their successors shall have been appointed and duly
qualified; Provided, That the first appointees to the Board shall hold office for the following
terms: the Chairman for three (3) years; two (2) members for two (2) years and two (2)
members for one (1) year. Vacancies shall be filled only for the unexpired term.

Sec. 9. Duties and functions of the Boards. — The Board shall have thefollowing duties and
functions:

(a) To enforce the provisions of this Act;

(b) To administer oaths in accordance with the provisions of this Act;

(c) To issue and, after due investigation, suspend or revoke certificates ofregistration for the
practice of radiologic technology and x-ray technology;

(d) To investigate any violation of this Act of the rules and regulations issued thereunder, as may
come to the knowledge of the Board and, for this purpose, to issue subpoena and subpoena
duces tecum to alleged violators or witnesses to secure their attendance in investigations or
hearings, and the production of books, papers and documents in connection therewith and
compel their attendance by the power to cite and punish for contempt;

(e) To conduct yearly board examinations to radiologic technology and x-ray technology
examinees under the supervision of the Professional Regulation Commission;

(f) To look, from time to time, into the condition affecting the practice ofradiologic technology
and x-ray technology in the Philippines, and adopt such measures as may be deemed necessary
for the maintenance of the standards and ethics of the profession;

(g) To promulgate such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of
this Act: Provided, that the same shall be issued only after the approval thereof by the
Commission; and

(h) To adopt a seal to authenticate its official documents. The Board shall exercise these powers
and duties in accordance with Presidential Decree Numbered Two Hundred and twenty-three.

Sec. 10. Compensation of the Board. — The members of the Board shalleach receive the same
compensation as members of other Boards under the supervision of the Commission as
provided for in the General Appropriations Act.

Sec. 11. Removal of Board Members. — Any member of the Board may beremoved from office
by the President upon the recommendation of theCommission for neglect of duty,
incompetence or unprofessional, immoral, or dishonorable conduct, or commission or toleration
of irregularities in the conduct of the examinations, after having been given the opportunity to
defend himself in a proper administrative investigation conducted by the Commission.

Sec. 12. Supervision of the Board and Custody of its Records. — Themembers of the Board shall
be under the general supervision of theCommission. No record shall be removed, altered or
examined without the prior authorization of the Board. All records, including examination
papers, examination results, minutes of deliberation, records of administrative cases and
investigations of the Board shall be kept by the Commission.

Sec. 13. Rules and Regulations. — Subject to the approval of theCommission, the Board shall set
ethical and professional standards for thepractice of radiologic technology and x-ray technology
and adopt such rules and regulations as may be necessary to carry out the provisions of this Act.
Such standards, rules and regulations shall take effect one (1) month after publication in any
newspaper of general circulation.
Sec. 14. Annual Report. — The Board shall, at the end of each calendaryear, submit to the
Commission an annual report of its activities and proceedings during the year. Other
information or data may be requested by the Commission as often as may be necessary and
practicable.

Sec. 15. Requirement for the Practice of Radiologic Technology and X-rayTechnology. — Unless
exempt from the examinations under Sections 16 and 17 hereof, no person shall practice or
offer to practice as a radiologic and/or x-ray technologist in the Philippines without having
obtained the proper certificate of registration from the Board.

Sec. 16. Exemption from Examination in X-ray Technology. — Examinationshall not be required
of the following persons:

(a) The first members of the Board of Radiologic Technology as provided in Section 7(b) hereof;
and

(b) Those who, prior to the approval of this Act, have passed the Civil Service examination for x-
ray technicians, or the examination for the private sector x-ray technicians, or the examination
for chest x-ray technicians, or the proficiency examination for medical radiation technicians
administered by the Department of Health through its Radiation Health Office, Radiological
Health Service, of Radiation Health Service. Those so exempt under the aforementioned
categories shall register with the Board after they shall have complied with the requirements for
registration as radiologic technologists.

Sec. 17. Exemption from examination in Radiologic Technology. —Examination shall not be
required of the following persons:

(a) The first members of the Board of Radiologic Technology as provided in Section 7(b) hereof,

(b) Radiologists from other countries invited for lectures of consultation or as visiting or
exchange professors to colleges or universities duly recognized by the Government: Provided,
that such radiologic technologists are legally qualified to practice as such in their own state or
country: Provided, further, That they shall first secure a special permit from the Board which
shall be valid as the Board may determine: Provided, finally, That the privilege granted in this
subsection shall be given only to radiologic technologists from countries giving similar privilege
to their Filipino counterparts;

(c) Those who, prior to the approval of this Act, have passed the proficiency examination for
medical radiation technologists administered by the Department of Health through its Radiation
Health Office, Radiological Health Service, or Radiation Health Service; and

(d) Those who prior to the approval of this Act, have passed the Civil Service examination for x-
ray technicians, or the examination for private sector x-ray technicians, or the proficiency
examination for medical radiation technicians administered by the Department of Health
through its Radiation Health Office, Radiological Health Service or Radiation Health Service, with
ten (10) years continuous practice of radiologic technology after passing one of these
aforementioned examinations.

Those falling under categories (a), (c) and (d) shall register with the Board after they shall have
complied with the requirements for registration as radiologic technologists.

Sec. 18. Examination Required. — Except as otherwise specifically allowedunder the provisions
of this Act and other exiting laws, all applicants forregistration as radiologic technologists and x-
ray technologists shall be required to undergo an examination which shall be given once a year
by the Board, through the Commission, according to its rules and regulations and at such time
and place as may be determined by the Commission.

Sec. 19. Qualifications for Examination. — Every applicant for examinationunder this Act shall,
prior to admission for examination establish to thesatisfaction of the Board that he:

(a) Is a Filipino citizen:

(b) Is of good moral character and has not been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude;
and

(c) Is a holder of a baccalaureate degree in radiologic technology from a school, college or

university recognized by the Government if he applies for the radiologic technology examination
or is a holder of an associate in radiologic technology diploma from a school, college or
university recognized by the Government if he applies for the x-ray technology examination.

Sec. 20. Scope of Examination in X-ray Technology. — Unless changed ormodified by the Board,
the examination in x-ray technology shall cover thefollowing subjects with the corresponding
weights as follows:

(a) Radiation Physics 10%Radiology and Radiation Protection 10%Equipment Maintenance 10%
(b) Radiographic Positioning 10%Radiographic Technique 10%Special Procedures 10%(c)
Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology 15%(d) Photochemistry and Darkroom
Procedures 10%(e) Film Analysis 5%(f) Nursing and Departmental Procedures in Radiology 5%(g)
Professional Ethics 5%

Sec. 21. Scope of Examination in Radiologic Technology. — Unlesschanged or modified by the

Board, the examination in radiologic technology shall cover the following subject with the
corresponding weights as follows:

(a) Radiation Physics and Equipment Maintenance 10%Radiobiology and Radiation Protection
10%(b) Radiographic Positioning 10%Radiographic Technique 10%Special Procedures 10%(c)
Anatomy, Physiology and Medical Terminology 10%(d) Photochemistry and Film Analysis 10%(e)
Nursing and Department Proceduresin Radiology and Professional Ethics 5%(f) Ultrasound 5%(g)
Radiation Therapy 5%(h) Nuclear Medicine 5%(i) Radiologic Pathology 5%(j) Computed
Tomography/MagneticResonance Imaging 5%
Sec. 22. Report of Ratings. — The Board shall, within one hundred twenty(120) days after the
date of completion of the examination, report the rating obtained by each candidate to the
Commission which shall submit such report to the President of the Philippines for approval. In
order to pass the examination, a candidate must obtain a weighted average of at least 75% with
no rating below 60% in any subject. An examinee who obtains an average rating of 75% or
higher but gets a rating below 60% in any subject shall be allowed to take a reexamination in
only those subjects in which he obtained a rating below 60%. Such examination shall, as far as
practicable, be taken in the next scheduled examination. In order to pass the second
examination, the examinee must obtain a rating of 75% in each of the subjects repeated. If the
candidate still fails the reexamination, he shall as far as practicable, be required to repeat said
subjects during the succeeding examination. When an applicant fails to qualify after the third
examination, he shall be required to take the entire examination.

Sec. 23. Oath-taking. — All successful examinees shall be required to take aprofessional oath
before the Board or before any person authorized by the Board to administer oaths prior to the
practice of their profession as radiologic technologists and/or x-ray technologists.

Sec. 24. Issuance of Certificates of Registration. — Every applicant who hassatisfactorily passed
the required examination shall, upon payment of theregistration fee as provided in Section 25,
be issued a certificate of registration as radiologic technologist and/or x-ray technologist. The
Board shall, subject to review by the Commission, issue the corresponding certificates to
persons who apply for the same who are exempt from the examinations provided under
Sections 16 and 17 hereof. All certificates of registration shall contain the full name of the
registrant, serial number, signature of the Commissioner, date of issuance, and the official seal
of the Board duly affixed thereto.

Sec. 25. Fees. — Unless otherwise fixed by the Commission, each examinee orregistrant shall
pay the following fees:

(a) For application for examination P350.00(b) For registration after passing the board
examinations P250.00(c) For registration without examination P250.00(d) For replacement of
lost or destroyedcertificate of registration P100.00(e) For reissuance of revoked certificate
P100.00

Sec. 26. Penal Provisions. — Any person who shall practice radiologictechnology and/or x-ray
technology in the Philippines, within the meaning of this Act, with any of the following attending
circumstances shall, upon conviction by final judgment, be punished with a fine of not less than
Ten thousand pesos (P10,000) nor more than Forty thousand pesos (P4,000), or by
imprisonment of not less than one (1) year nor more than six (6) years, or both, at the discretion
of the court:

(a) Without a certificate of registration in accordance with the provisions ofthis Act;

(b) Presenting or using as his own the certificate of registration of anotherperson;

(c) Using an expired license, or suspended or revoked certificate ofregistration;

(c) Giving any false or forged evidence to the Board of RadiologicTechnology in order to obtain a
certificate of registration;

e) Posing or advertising as a registered radiologic and/or x-ray technologist or using any other
means tending to convey the impression that he is a registered radiologic and/or x-ray
technologist; and(f) Violation of any of the provision or provisions of this Act.

Sec. 27. Appropriations. — The amount necessary for the compensation ofthe members of the
Board shall be included in the General Appropriations Act of the year following the approval of
this Act and thereafter.

Sec. 28. Repealing Clause. — All laws, decrees, orders, and otherissuances, rules and regulations,
or parts thereof, inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.

Sec. 29. – (This Section is missing in the original text)

Sec. 30. Effectivity Clause. — This Act shall take effect one (1) month afterits publication in any
newspaper of general circulation