RSTI The Radiological Service Training Institute’s (RSTI) new 20,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art training facility in Solon, Ohio, offers training opportunities in x-ray certification, PACS certification, CT, ultrasound, bone densitometry, and mammography. The programs are divided into five modules, from basic x-ray servicing to advanced microprocessor-controlled equipment maintenance and imaging technology. All modules include lecture, testing, lab activities, […]
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Articles in 24×7 and elsewhere exploring the technological convergence of IT and clinical engineering often discuss how to deal with overlapping roles (and one another), planning (project management), new skill sets and tools required, and the possible repercussions when things go wrong. This article will review one area of overlap—directory services. This is a service […]
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Chapter 8 of the 2005 edition of NFPA 99 addresses the requirements of electrical equipment used in health care facilities, such as portable x-ray systems Chapter 8 of NFPA 99 (2005 edition) addresses the requirements of “Electrical equipment” used in health care facilities. Below are some of the commonly referenced requirements for patient care-related electrical […]
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Radio frequency identification (RFID) is undoubtedly one of the new frontiers that clinical engineers and biomedical equipment technicians will have to cross in the coming years. RFID and the tags used in the systems typically allow equipment to be tracked remotely, making equipment management and inventory control easier, less time consuming, and profitable—by eliminating losses […]
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The New Year marks the perfect time for biomedical/clinical engineering professionals to set educational and professional goals to further their careers
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