Inspection, Regulations and Compliance
This advanced course focuses on the critical aspects of inspection, regulatory compliance, and safety for Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Fluoroscopy systems. Students will gain a deep understanding of relevant national fire protection codes (e.g., NFPA 99), electrical safety testing protocols, and the stringent requirements of healthcare accreditation bodies (e.g., Joint Commission, CMS). The curriculum emphasizes developing robust strategies for inspection readiness, maintaining comprehensive service and maintenance records, and mastering procedures for product recalls and incident reporting. Practical application and hands-on experience will ensure graduates are well-prepared to uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance in medical imaging environments.
InstructorJacob CalhounCourse outline
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Syllabus
["Week 1: Lesson 1: Introduction to Medical Imaging Regulations and Compliance Frameworks","Week 2: Lesson 2: NFPA 99: Healthcare Facilities Code - General Requirements & System Specifics","Week 3: Lesson 3: Electrical Safety Testing for Medical Imaging Equipment (Grounding, Leakage, Dielectric)","Week 4: Hands-on Lab: Electrical Safety Testing & Documentation","Week 5: Lesson 5: Joint Commission and CMS Readiness: Understanding Standards & Survey Processes","Week 6: Lesson 6: Quality Control (QC) and Preventative Maintenance (PM) Program Compliance","Week 7: Lesson 7: Environmental Safety Considerations: Cryogenics, Magnetic Fields, and Radiation Shielding","Week 8: Hands-on Lab: Regulatory Inspection Simulation & Midterm Review","Week 9: Lesson 9: Record Keeping and Documentation Best Practices for Compliance","Week 10: Lesson 10: Medical Device Reporting (MDR) and Incident Reporting Protocols","Week 11: Hands-on Lab: Recalls, Alerts, and Incident Report Processing","Week 12: Lesson 12: Cybersecurity and Data Privacy (HIPAA) in Medical Imaging Systems","Week 13: Lesson 13: Continuous Quality Improvement and Compliance Audits","Week 14: Capstone Service Project: Comprehensive Compliance Plan Development for an Imaging Modality"]