About the Institute

The NZIMRT is the recognised representative of the profession, both nationally and internationally. We encompass Diagnostic, Therapy, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound, Mammography, CT, MRI. We have representatives on the International Society of Radiographers & Radiological Technicians (ISSRT), and on Advisory Committees for those Institutes offering education in the Medical Radiation Technology Sciences where applicable and the , Allied Health Professional Forum Associations’ Forum.

The institute encourages the exchange of information between individuals to help keep them at the leading edge of medical imaging and radiation therapy.

The Institute provides and facilitates:

• Membership of a professional body
• Forums for discussing professional development
• Maintenance of professional standards by assisting in the development of course criteria for the education institutions
• Continuing education requirements
• Facilitating and overseeing mammography training
• Health and safety support
• Reduced fees for conference attendance
• Awards for presentations at conferences
• Recognition of significant achievement in the fields of medical imaging and radiation therapy
• Subscription to "Shadows" the New Zealand Journal of Medical Radiation Technology
• Liaison with students studying undergraduate programmes in the medical radiation sciences
• Recognition by overseas institutes facilitating membership transfer if required
• Professional Indemnity Insurance through Group Scheme
• Awards for academic achievement of students training in the medical imaging and in radiation therapy