The ASMIRT facilitates educational activities, discussion and consultation among members and others. We set standards of competency in practice and encourage scholarship and continuing professional development. The ASMIRT uses social media for the distribution of news and updates to members and non-members, and to facilitate discussion between professionals of the medical radiation sciences. The A
SMIRT may also use social media to promote its online learning programmes, events and partnerships to its members and wider health professionals. Any advice or professional guidance offered on these pages by members of this Facebook group cannot replace thorough and proper consultation with department colleagues/supervisors. The ASMIRT cannot be held responsible for the veracity of information provided by external participants. The principles of professional behaviour and ethical conduct apply equally in person or online, and this is recognised in the Social Media Policy of the Australian Health Practitioner Regulatory Authority (AHPRA). Other guidance available include the ASMIRT Social Media Users' Guide, and ASMIRT Social Media Terms and Conditions of Use, available at http://www.air.asn.au/documents.php
It is imperative that users, be they ASMIRT members or practitioners registered with AHPRA or other professional associations, are aware of their professional obligations toward confidentiality and the respect for privacy for all patients and their families. The ASMIRT will be providing guidance on best practice in social media which will be available on the ASMIRT website in the near future. In addition, the following conditions apply:
By submitting photos or videos to be posted on facebook, you are agreeing that you have the permission of those featured in the photo to use their image in this way. In the event of any complaints we will act to remove the photo immediately. All messages on social media sites should be considered public and visible to all for review, comment and sharing. The ASMIRT reserves the right to amend, delete or block derogatory, offensive or defamatory material.
