Medical Radiation Technologists
To practice in NL as a Medical Radiation Technologist, you must apply for and have confirmation that your registration is approved before commencing work. Your registration is with the Newfoundland and Labrador Council of Health Professionals (NLCHP).
All applications and inquires should be sent via email to registration@nlchp.ca. In addition to a completed application form and the payment of all relevant application fees, completion of the application for registration requires you to submit the following:
The ID must not be expired, and the photo/scan that is submitted must be clearly legible.
The Certificate of Conduct and Vulnerable Sector Check must be dated within 6 months of your application date. The NLCHP requires the original document(s) be forwarded to the NLCHP office via mail or drop off following submission of your application via email.
The national examination for MRTs is the CAMRT Certification Exam. Proof of successful completion of the exam is required for each discipline in which you are applying.
Proof of professional liability insurance (PLI) must show your name, dates of coverage, and amount of coverage. MRTs must have a minimum of $ 5,000,000 PLI
Certificates of completion are required for the following online courses. Courses must be completed within 3 months of the date your application is submitted.
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You must have official transcripts/proof of education program completion (for each discipline in which you are applying) sent directly from your educational institution to the NLCHP. You must also submit a government issued document to verify the transcript if your name has changed since the completion of your program.
Please Note:
You will receive an email from NLCHP once your application is approved and your name will be added to the List of Registered Health Professionals on the NLCHP website. Please reference the list to confirm your registration. You are not able to commence employment until your name has been added to the NLCHP List of Registered Health Professionals.
Individuals who practice without a valid practicing license will be subject to a penalty of $100/per day worked and where the period of practice exceeds three days from and including the 1st day will be subject to discipline in accordance with Part V of the Health Professions Act (2010). Please refer to the NLCHP policy Unauthorized Practice.