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2025 PSRT Annual Spring Conference & Business Meeting

Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, Pennsylvania
Starts: Mar-21
Mar
21

The PSRT has posted an itinerary for the 2025 PSRT Annual Conference and Business meeting to be held March 21-22 at the Blair County Convention Center in Altoona, PA. The conference will offer 8 CE credits to attendees along with the Student Tech-Bowl and Student Poster competitions. Registration is now open. Please note a change in registration – the early pre-registration rates end on March 7, 2025 – registrations after that date all attendees (technologists and students) will pay the general admission fee.

For group registrations, please email a list of registrants to [email protected], along with the company name, the name and email of a contact person.  An invoice will be emailed to the contact person from PSRT.

The JRCERT will be here to offer an Accreditation Workshop. A separate registration with JRCERT is required for attendees who wish to attend the workshop. Please visit JRCERT Accreditation Workshop Registration to complete that registration.

The 2025 PSRT Annual Conference and Business Meeting will take place March 21-22, 2025.  Registration is now open and early registration ends March 7, 2025!

Pricing

Conference Pre-registration – Two-Day Conference

Technologist Member ($185) - Late Registration
Student Member ($65)
Friday and Saturday Student Non-member ($85)

Conference pre-registration - Saturday Only

Technologist Member ($165) - Late Registration
Student member ($65)
Student Non-member ($85)

Conference Pre-registration - Friday Only

Friday Only Tech Member ($75) - Late Registration

Special registration

Attending the JRCERT event on Saturday but will not be attending the PSRT CE credit lectures ($30); attendees must also register with JRCERT
JRCERT registrants attending Friday & Saturday ($95); attendees must also register with JRCERT

Additional Links

Vendor Registration

Platinum Sponsor - $300 donation SOLD OUT

Full page (5x7) ad in the event program, company logo on our website, recognition during the business meeting, vendor table at the event for both days, a link on our website to your company’s website, free CE credits for up to one (1) technologist per company, and conference meals for up to one (1) vendor per company.

Gold Sponsor - $250 donation SOLD OUT

Full page (5x7) ad in the event program, company logo on our website, a link on our website to the company website, and recognition during the business meeting.

Silver Sponsor - $125 donation SOLD OUT

Half page (~2.5x3.5) in the event program, company logo on our website, recognition during the business meeting.

Sponsor a speaker - $500 donation SOLD OUT

Announcement of sponsorship of the speaker/lecture and company logo on each slide of the presentation. Includes notification in event program that the company has sponsored the presentation. 5x7 ad in the program, company logo on our website, a link to the company website on our website, and recognition during the business meeting.

Sponsor a Meal - $1000 donationSOLD OUT

Banner with company logo recognizing business as the sponsor of a meal. 5x7 ad in the event program recognizing the meal sponsorship, company logo on our website, a link to company website from our website, and recognition during the business meeting.

General Sponsor - Donation of $25 or more. SOLD OUT

Company name listed in the program.

Deadline: 03/07/2025

Registration is Closed

Room Reservations

PSRT has arranged for a special rate of $99 on rooms at Country Inn and Suites by Radisson, 2 Convention Center Blvd. Altoona, PA 16602.  There is indoor access to the convention center from this hotel.  This special rate of $99 ends on March 13, 2025 after which time rooms will be subject to the rate for all rooms.
Reservations can be made online at PSRT Conference Room Rates, no code is needed.  To book by phone, call 814-312-1800 and reference PSRT with the booking agent.

Outline for What You Need to Know About Patient Safety Event Reporting

a. Historical Background of Patient Safety Event Reporting
b. Patient Safety Event Reporting Now
c. Creation of Medical Care Availability and Reduction of Error Act (MCARE and the Patient Safety Authority (PSA)
d. Responsibilities of a Healthcare Worker to Report
e. Responsibilities of a Medical Facility to Report
f. Examples of Reportable Events
g. Near Miss Reporting
h. Barriers to Reporting
i. Why Reporting Matters
j. Data Related to Radiology Events
k. PSA Resources

Outline for Marketing Your Brand

Promoting yourself breaks you away from the crowd and helps you get noticed. The process of self-promoting (self-marketing) yourself not only helps you brand yourself, it can lead to new opportunities, and can eventually set you as a leader within your field. Knowing how to market yourself is key. Setting your goals, knowing your strengths, specialization, volunteering, advertising through social media, publicly speaking, as well as networking, are all beneficial to getting recognized in your career. So, ask yourself, “Where Do You See Yourself in 5 Years?” And are you doing enough to reach for what you want? Let’s look ahead!

I. Introduction
II. Tips and Tricks from the Leaders
III. Marketing Ourselves
IV. Setting Yourself from the Herd
V. Developing Your Personal Marketing Plan
VI. Follow a SWOT Analysis
VII. Social Media
VIII. Network with Colleagues
IX. Volunteer
X. Speak Publicly
XI. Conclusion

Outline for Radiographic Imaging of the Upper Extremity - Sponsored by Medical-Professionals

Outline:
I. Introduction to imaging the appendicular skeleton.
II. Geometric considerations and room set up.
III. Anatomy of the upper extremity joints
a. Anatomy of the shoulder and girdle
b. Anatomy of the elbow
c. Anatomy of the wrist
IV. Positioning Techniques of the upper extremity joints
a. Common positioning errors
b. Overcoming positioning errors
c. Tips for the non-routine patient
V. Image evaluation – shoulder to hand
a. Image quality
b. Analysis of positioning and anatomy

Outline for Be Aware Occupational Violence in Healthcare

Statistics show that 2x the number of healthcare workers reported violence or harassment in 2022 over 2018. Violence against healthcare workers is at an all time high. This one hour class discusses what workplace violence is, some prevention techniques, and laws regarding / impacting workplace violence.

Outline for Enhancing Communication Across Generations

The Generation Spectrum – Who are they?
• Generation Baby Boom
• Generation x
• Generation Y (Millennial)
• Generation Z
Understanding Generational Characteristics
• Baby Boomers
A. Values
B. Learning Preferences

• Generation X
A. Values
B. Learning Preferences

• Generation Y (Millennials)
A. Values
B. Learning Preferences

• Generation Z
A. Values
B. Learning Preferences

Teaching Tips for Each Generation
A. Bridging the Generational Gap
B. Communication Strategies
C. Technological Advances

Outline for The JRCERT Standards Revision Process: You Speak, We Listen

Did you know it is time to begin revising the JRCERT 2021 Standards for an Accredited Educational Program? As mandated by the US Department of Education (USDE) and Council of Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), programmatic accreditors are required to revise their standards on a periodic basis. But what really happens in this process? This process requires input from various communities of interest which includes program officials, administrators and professional organizations. This interactive session will look at preliminary data from program officials and JRCERT site visitors to determine how evolution of the profession may affect the 2021 Standards for an Accredited Educational Program.

Outline for What Does JRCERT Accreditation Mean to Me?

I. Introduction
II. What Is Accreditation?
A. Definition
B. History
III. Institutional and Programmatic Accreditation
A. Institutional Accreditation
B. Programmatic Accreditation
C. Similarities
D. Differences
IV. Value and Benefits of JRCERT Accreditation
A. Quality Education
B. State and Federal Funding for Student Financial Aid
C. Licensure and Certification
D. Employment Opportunities
E. Transparency and Accountability
V. Conclusion and Questions

Outline for Infection Control and Healthcare customer service

Outline for That's Not My Job... Or Is It?

That’s Not My Job….. Or Is It? Outline
• Objectives
• What are Practice Standards?
• Development of Practice Standards
• Components of the Practice Standards
• Components of the Practice Standards
• Evaluating Appropriate Practice
• Examples of how to evaluate the Practice Standards to determine whether a task is appropriate.
• Moving from a Career to a Profession
• Additional Resources

Outline for Social Determinate Data informs our Trauma-Informed Approach

  • Slide 1: Title Slide
    Title: Social Determinant Data Informs Our Trauma-Informed Approach
    Subtitle: Understanding the Intersection of Social Determinants and Trauma-Informed Care
    Your Name
    Date
  • Slide 2: Introduction
    Overview: Brief introduction to the importance of social determinants of health (SDOH) and trauma-informed care.
    Objective: Explain how SDOH data can enhance trauma-informed approaches.
  • Slide 3: What are Social Determinants of Health (SDOH)?
    Definition: Non-medical factors that influence health outcomes, such as socioeconomic status, education, and environment1.
    Examples: Income, education, neighborhood, employment, social support.
  • Slide 4: Key Social Determinants of Health
    Categories:
    Economic Stability
    Education Access and Quality
    Health Care Access and Quality
    Neighborhood and Built Environment
    Social and Community Context1
  • Slide 5: Understanding Trauma-Informed Care
    Definition: An approach that recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery2.
    Principles: Safety, trustworthiness, peer support, collaboration, empowerment, and cultural sensitivity2.
  • Slide 6: The Intersection of SDOH and Trauma
    Connection: How social determinants can influence trauma experiences and recovery.
    Impact: Examples of how economic instability, lack of education, and poor living conditions can exacerbate trauma12.
  • Slide 7: Using SDOH Data to Inform Trauma-Informed Approaches
    Data Utilization: How to collect and analyze SDOH data to tailor trauma-informed care.
    Strategies: Implementing data-driven policies and practices to address the root causes of trauma3.
  • Slide 8: Case Studies
    Example 1: A community program that used SDOH data to improve mental health services.
    Example 2: A school initiative that integrated trauma-informed practices based on local SDOH data.
  • Slide 9: Benefits of Integrating SDOH Data
    Enhanced Care: Improved patient outcomes and more effective interventions.
    Equity: Addressing disparities and promoting health equity1.
  • Slide 10: Challenges and Considerations
    Data Collection: Issues with data availability and accuracy.
    Implementation: Barriers to integrating SDOH data into practice.
  • Slide 11: Conclusion
    Summary: Recap the importance of using SDOH data in trauma-informed care.
    Call to Action: Encourage stakeholders to adopt data-driven, trauma-informed approaches.
  • Slide 12: Q&A
    Questions: Open the floor for questions and discussion.

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