Radiation Safety in the Operating Room Continuing Education CE Course

Radiation Safety in the Operating RoomRadiation Safety in the Operating Room

Radiation Safety in the Operating Room

3.75 CE Credits
Expiry date: November 1, 2026

A continuing education course covering everything a technologist in the operating room needs to know about radiation safety and protection practices.


  • Approved by the ASRT (American Society of Radiologic Technologists) for 3.75 Category A CE Credits
  • Subscription duration: 365 days from purchase date
  • Voiceover available
  • Downloadable transcript available
  • *NEW* Video format available with subtitles
  • Meets the CE requirements of the following states: California, Texas, Florida, Kentucky, Massachusetts, and New Mexico
  • Meets ARRT® CE reporting requirements
  • Accepted by the NMTCB®
  • Hassle-free 30-day full refund policy*

Video Title

Radiation Safety in the Operating Room is a continuing education course for radiologic technologists that covers the radiation safety techniques that are currently used in the operating room when ionizing radiation is needed. While intraoperative imaging is especially important in minimally invasive operations, radiation exposure during these procedures continues to be a major source of concern for patients, surgeons, and other staff in the operating room.

This course highlights radiation measurements and the occupational exposure guidelines, as well as the dangers and risks related to radiation exposure. It also explains the core concepts of radiation protection and describes the personal radiation measurement devices and protective apparel that should be available and properly used by the concerned operating room staff.

Radiation Safety in the Operating Room is a specialty course designed for RTs in operating theaters, and is not particularly suited for technologists who do not perform this role. Students in radiologic technology programs will find this course accessible and interesting, and may find it useful for enhance their knowledge of the field.

Discipline Major content category & subcategories CE Credits provided
CT-2017 Safety
Radiation Safety and Dose 1.00
CT-2022 Safety
Radiation Safety and Dose 1.00
NMT-2017 Safety
Radiation Physics, Radiobiology, and Regulations 1.75
NMT-2022 Safety
Radiation Physics, Radiobiology, and Regulations 1.75
RA-2018 Safety
Patient Safety, Radiation Protection, and Equipment Operation 2.75
RA-2023 Safety
Patient Safety, Radiation Protection, and Equipment Operation 2.75
RAD-2017 Safety
Radiation Physics and Radiobiology 1.50
Radiation Protection 2.25
RAD-2022 Safety
Radiation Physics and Radiobiology 1.50
Radiation Protection 2.25
THR-2017 Safety
Radiation Physics, Equipment, and Quality Assurance 1.00
Radiation Protection 1.75
THR-2022 Safety
Radiation Physics and Radiobiology 1.00
Radiation Physics, Equipment Operation, and Quality Assurance 1.75
Section 1: Introduction
  • Ionizing radiation
  • Need for radiation protection
  • Justification for radiographic procedures
  • Radiation protection responsibilities
  • Patient protection and education
  • Sources of ionizing radiation
  • Radiation effects
  • Fundamental principles
  • Hormesis
  • Dose limits
Section 2: Interactions with Matter
  • Interactions within the X-ray tube
  • Interactions with matter
Section 3: RP in the Operating Room
  • Introduction
  • The implication of medical imaging in the operating room
  • Radiation measurements
  • Recommended radiation dose thresholds
  • Dangers and risks of exposure to ionizing radiation in the OR
  • Core concepts of radiation protection techniques in the OR
  • Personal radiation measurement devices for OR staff
  • Radiation protection apparel and barriers used in the OR
  • Conclusion
Testimonials
Sheri Rivera
March 28, 2022
I liked the course. It helped to refresh a lot of my previous knowledge in radiation protection which is very very important.
Julie Haire
March 28, 2022
Very user friendly and easy to follow along as well as relevent to my profession.
Stephen Beaudoin
April 26, 2022
This was a great find! During this time of need of short staffed and still wanting to use this type of modules to recommended to my travelers.
Lawrence Smith
May 5, 2022
Thank you for providing an excellent radiology course. It was very informative.
Valerie Mitchell-Woods
March 14, 2022
I enjoyed the course.
Renee Lute
April 20, 2022
Great presentation and very happy for cme.
Daniel Iheme
April 25, 2022
It was interesting and engaging.
Liza Rivera Zayas
June 21, 2022
Really loved the dynamic of the courses. Looking forward to continue learning with your platform and definitely recommend to co-workers. Thank you.
Deborah Hoke
September 3, 2022
I enjoyed the updated material and the presentation.
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