NC H833

Creates the Radiologic Imaging and Radiation Therapy Board of Examiners consisting of 11 members appointed by the Governor, President Pro Tempore of the Senate, and Speaker of the House, effective October 1, 2015.

Requires licensure for persons performing radiologic imaging or administering radiation therapy procedures on humans, with licensing effective October 1, 2016, for seven modality categories: radiographer, radiation therapist, nuclear medicine technologist, cardiovascular invasive specialist, magnetic resonance technologist, limited X-ray machine operator, and radiologist assistant.

Establishes specific education and examination requirements for each license type, with the Board accepting current registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board, and Cardiovascular Credentialing International.

Sets license renewal requirements every two years with continuing education obligations ranging from 12 hours (limited X-ray operators) to 50 hours (radiologist assistants), and establishes fees up to $200 for biennial licenses.

Provides exemptions for licensed practitioners, dental professionals, medical students, federal employees, and allows currently employed practitioners to continue practice through October 1, 2020, if registered with the Board by October 1, 2016.