West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 18 - Medical Imaging And Radiation Therapy Technology Board Of Examiners
Here’s an updated overview of West Virginia Code of State Rules, Agency 18 – the Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners:
🏛️ Agency 18 at a Glance
Agency 18 supervises the licensure, education, conduct, and discipline of professionals in medical imaging and radiation therapy throughout West Virginia.
📚 Title 18: Legislative Rules Overview
Per Justia and LII, Title 18 is organized into these six series (regulations.justia.com):
| Series | Title |
|---|---|
| 18‑01 | General provisions, definitions, licensure (incl. apprenticeships & temporary permits), education requirements, telehealth |
| 18‑02 | Continuing education standards |
| 18‑03 | Contested‑case hearing procedures |
| 18‑04 | Disciplinary and complaint procedures |
| 18‑05 | Standard of ethics |
| 18‑06 | Practice of radiologic technology |
🔍 Key Highlights
Series 18‑01 – General Provisions
Applies to anyone performing medical imaging or radiation therapy under practitioner supervision. Licensed technologists must meet general licensure requirements (wvrtboard.gov, apps.sos.wv.gov, law.cornell.edu, regulations.justia.com).
Licensure rules effective April 1, 2024, expire August 1, 2035 (wvrtboard.gov).
Series 18‑02 – Continuing Education
Requires licensed technologists to complete 24 CE hours every two years, with detailed rules on eligible activities, audit procedures, and exemptions (wvrtboard.org).
Series 18‑03 & 18‑04 – Hearings & Discipline
Outline formal procedures for contested licensing decisions and handling complaints/disciplinary actions.
Series 18‑05 – Ethics Standards
Establishes a Code of Ethics and professional conduct: patient safety, confidentiality, billing, and sexual misconduct are specifically addressed (wvrtboard.org).
Series 18‑06 – Radiologic Technology Practice
Defines permissible practices, supervision, and technical standards for radiologic technologists (active since March 1, 2022) (apps.sos.wv.gov).
📖 Statutory Backing
All rules operate under Chapter 30, Article 23 of the West Virginia Code, which mandates licensure, defines scope of practice, authorizes the Board’s composition and rulemaking powers (code.wvlegislature.gov).
✅ Summary
Agency 18 provides a comprehensive regulatory framework covering:
Licensing (general, apprentice, temporary, reciprocity)
Education (initial and continuing)
Enforcement (hearings, complaints, discipline)
Ethics and professional standards
Technical practice rules
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