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BEGINNINGS
The Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists traces its beginning back to a 1950 meeting held by a group of radiation workers - A.P. Cook, Jr., Wayne Smith, Eunice Allen, Alice Furry, Betty Burkeen, Marjorie Tolan, and Cora Warren. In November of that year in Columbus, Georgia, these founding fathers originated the current Society as The Georgia Society of X-Ray Technicians. Since its inception, the organization has grown in numbers and scope and now represents more than "x-ray technicians." In 1967, the name was changed to The Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists to more accurately reflect the organization's composition which now includes the careers of Radiography, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computerized Tomography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, and Diagnostic Medical Sonography. July 9, 1993, the Society became incorporated. The Society name now reads, The Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists, Inc..
The purposes of the Society are to advance the science of radiologic technology, to assist in establishing and maintaining high standards of education and training, to elevate the quality of patient care, and to improve the socioeconomic welfare of radiologic technologists. Ongoing fulfillment toward these ends has perpetuated the growth of the Society since 1950 and serves to underscore current aims, which include:
- representing the profession radiologic technology by advancing the principles of the profession and the status of its members
- promoting professional and technological growth of its members
- fostering mutual cooperation and understanding between radiologic technologists and other external groups
- developing and maintaining high quality professional standards
- improving professional effectiveness by maximizing quality of patient care while minimizing quality of radiation exposure.
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REPRESENTATION
The Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists is the unified voice representing the interests of more than 6,000 technologists in the various radiologic specialties throughout Georgia. The Legislative Committee is very active in looking at all levels of representation.
WHY JOIN G.S.R.T.?
As the Georgia Society of Radiologic Technologists strives to fulfill its aims, technologists represented by this body will want to have input into its direction. G.S.R.T. attempts to be responsive to the opinion of its constituents. Being a member does not merely mean paying dues. It allows one to participate in decision-making of the Society and to use the organization as a vehicle to meet professional needs. It is essential that all technologist - whether working full-time in the field or currently out of the field - actively support the Society to ensure their professional future. Although the Society has been successful in past endeavors, joining this group will serve to strengthen its voice and impact both of which are integral in effecting changes statewide.
LISTED BELOW IS A SUMMARY OF BENEFITS THAT MEMBERS MAY ENJOY:
MEMBERSHIP CARD AND CERTIFICATE - These are provided as an easy and convenient means of identification as well as proof of professional involvement.
PUBLICATION - The Georgia Spectrum is a means for periodically communicating important current information on local, state, and national issues and events. With its present form, there is opportunity for publication of classified ads, which can work as a placement service.
EDUCATIONAL MEETINGS - During each Spring, GSRT sponsors a meeting composed of educational sessions, technical exhibits, scientific papers, business sessions and social events. Regional seminars, sponsored by local affiliate societies also provide valuable experience for professional and technological growth.
MAILING LISTS - For a fee, a computerized mailing label list of technologists can be generated for organizations promoting educational seminars.
LEGISLATIVE REPRESENTATION - GSRT actively monitors and seeks to effect changes in state legislation in order that the best interests of the public and profession is served.
AFFILIATION SUPPORT - Through Board members, officers and committee members, GSRT provides opportunities for information exchange and other assistance between the local and state levels. Affiliate societies are encouraged to invite Board members and officers to local meetings to provide information on various professional topics. Additionally, committee members may be called upon for information or assistance related to areas overseen by the standing committees. This allows technologists not only to share their opinions on a personal basis with a state-level representative, but to receive assistance in fulfilling affiliate and/or personal professional needs
LIAISON WITH NATIONAL LEVEL - Bylaws of the American Society of Radiologic Technologists make provisions for each state to have two delegates to the ASRT House of Delegates. Thus, Georgia has representation to the policy making body of the ASRT and from which Georgia receives information of national importance to the professional. This link allows GSRT to act as a liaison between local and national levels, thereby creating a communication network through which continuous collaboration may exist.
HOW CAN I GET INVOLVED?
As a professional actively practicing in the radiologic specialties or one who supports those employed in the field, certainly you possess an investment in the direction that the profession is moving. By being a member of GSRT, you become involved in decision-making that will profoundly effect not only the organization but the profession as a whole. In this way, you can make a difference by joining with other concerned individuals to form a strong, unified voice that will be heard and respected among circles vital to the interests of the profession.
One may become more actively involved in the activities of the Society or in governance of its membership by participating on committees or serving as an officer. Management of Societal affairs can be very rewarding through accomplishments achieved by duties undertaken and by personal growth through the interpersonal relationships fostered by organizational service.
Following are brief descriptions of the offices and standing committees of GSRT.
OFFICERS AND OTHER ELECTED OFFICIALS
PRESIDENT - The President presides at all meetings of the Society and performs all duties consistent with the office. The President is an ex-officio member of all committees, except the nominating committee. The President appoints and charges all committees upon approval from the Board of Directors.
PRESIDENT-ELECT - The President-Elect becomes familiar with all matters related to the Society and comes to know the membership, their desires and aspirations. This person makes all preparations necessary for the promotion to the office of the President following the annual meeting.
VICE-PRESIDENT - The Vice-President becomes acquainted with all the duties of the President. In the absence of the President, this person assumes the duties of the President.
SECRETARY- The Secretary keeps a correct and permanent record of all proceedings of the Society, conducts correspondence and performs duties as deemed necessary by the Board of Directors.
MEMBER-AT-LARGE - The Member-At-Large acts as a representative of the members and as a liason between the affiliate societies and the Board of Directors.
CONTRACTED SERVICE: EXECUTIVE SECRETARY -The Executive Secretary functions as the financial officer of the Society. The Executive Secretary is responsible for maintaining an accurate and up-to-date membership roster and processes all membership applications and renewals.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS - The Board of Directors is composed of seven members, which includes the two immediate past Presidents and the current elected officers.
STANDING COMMITTEES AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS
ANNUAL MEETING GENERAL CHAIRPERSON - The General Chairperson of the Annual Meeting coordinates all activities surrounding the planning and implementation of the annual meeting.
HISTORIAN - The Historian maintains the historical files of the Society and updates them annually.
LEGISLATIVE AND ETHICS COMMITTEE - The Legislative and Ethics Committee reviews and comments on any legal, legislative or ethical issues concerning GSRT.
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE - The Membership Committee focuses on promoting membership in GSRT and ASRT throughout the state.
NOMINATING COMMITTEE - The Nominating Committee solicits and prepares a slate of candidates for vacant offices to be voted upon by the general membership.
PROTOCOL CHAIRPERSON - The Protocol Chairperson is responsible for observing the proper decorum and management of dignitaries and for assisting with social direction.
TECHNOLOGISTS AFFAIRS COMMITTEE - The Technologists Affairs Committee investigates and promotes the status of radiologic technologists as health care professionals throughout the state.
STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE - The Student Affairs Committee promotes the active involvement of radiologic technology students in educational programs around the state and communicates information to each program.
WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE - The Ways and Means Committee is concerned with raising funds to help defray GSRT operational expenditures.
CONTRACTED SERVICE: SPECTRUM EDITOR - Under the direction of the Board, the Editor is responsible for producing the official publication of GSRT, "The Georgia Spectrum."
SCHOLARSHIPS: The GSRT awards scholarships annually to selected students actively pursuing a career in radiologic technology. Write for an application. | 
