May 2010

Through your monthly e-mode we hope to keep you up-to-date on all events, Branch announcements and insights relevant to sonographers.  Make sure you visit the ASA website for more information on what’s coming up in May and make the most of your ASA membership.

e–mode highlights

·         ASA membership renewals now due – renew online to win

·         Call for Expressions of Interest from sonographers wishing to participate on the Disciplinary Committee

·         ASA2010 Melbourne - last chance to register

·         SIG2010 Sydney – coming soon ...

The ASA encourage contributions from members who may have news items, updates, information or opportunities that may be of interest to members.   Contributions can be emailed to the ASA Membership Officer.  Please note the decision to publish in e-mode is at the discretion of the ASA.

ASA roundup

Are you passionate about upholding the standards of sonography practice in Australia?

Following ratification of changes to both our Constitution and Code of Professional Conduct, the ASA’s complaints handling process will commence on 1 July 2010.  This is a final call for Expressions of Interest from sonographers wishing to participate on the Disciplinary Committee or to join a pool to hear Appeals when/if necessary.  Further details on these opportunities are now available from the dedicated Complaints web page or by contacting Elaine Trevaskis – CEO on p: 03 9585 2996.

2010/11 Membership Renewals – your connection to your profession
Today more than 2,750 members benefit from a range of ASA services and resources required to support you in your profession.  The 2010/11 ASA membership renewals period has now commenced and soon you will receive your membership renewal notification in the mail or renew your membership online by 30 June and you could be a weekly winner.

Resources to support your practice 

Access the tools to help you in your workplace including OH&S posters, the Sonographers Working Safely DVD and instructional posters. More information here...

Annual financial reporting 

In keeping with our statutory requirements, the audited annual financial report of the Association is now available via the members’ area of the ASA website. To receive a hard copy of this report please contact the ASA National Office.  A detailed annual report highlighting the Association’s achievements during 2009/10 is currently in production and will be circulated to members in due course.

‘Snapshot of sonography’ – survey coming soon

The ASA is the only Australian organisation dedicated to protecting and advancing the interests of all sonographers.  Your participation in this important project will ensure the ASA can inform members of workplace trends while also providing valuable information to ensure the ASA can continue to lobby government, educators and regulators on your behalf.  Keep an eye out for the online survey in June and assist us in working towards a sustainable future for all sonographers.

The Competency Framework for Sonographers – deadline for feedback extended

The ASA thanks all those sonographers who have submitted comments on the consultation draft of The Competency Framework for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers – your input is most valuable.  We did however receive requests for extension to the original deadline and therefore welcome further feedback submitted on or before Friday 25 June.  Printed copies are available on request – enquiries should be addressed to Elaine Trevaskis – CEO or  p: 03 9585 2996.

Sonography roundup

2010 National SARRAH Conference

New Frontiers in Allied Health: Gathering Pearls of Wisdom

Broome, WA 20-23 October 2010

Visit the SARRAH website for more information

Occupational Burnout among Medical Imaging Professionals in Australia

A study is currently being undertaken through the Department of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences at Monash University to investigate the level of burnout among all medical imaging professionals in Australia.  The ASA encourages members to contribute to this study by completing the online survey.

The Australasian Conference on Error in Medical Imaging

Making Imaging Safer

Sydney 11 – 12 November 2010

The Conference will tackle issues specific to Medical Imaging including national and international perspectives on key safety issues, lessons from a medical imaging incident reporting system,  types of errors that occur and their impact on patients, medico-legal implications of adverse events and how you can make your practice safer.  Visit the Australian Patient Safety Foundation website for more information.

ASA events

ASA2010 Melbourne 28–30 May- Last chance to register

ASA2010 Melbourne, is the premier event for the ASA and features a comprehensive range of topics, live scanning workshops, trade exhibitions and networking for sonographers. 

Momentum is building in the lead up to ASA2010 Melbourne with registrations streaming in, we have a number of new sponsors and exhibitors who have also joined us for our 17^th Annual National Conference.

We are proud to deliver an outstanding program including three concurrent plenary sessions and four streams of workshops where you will have an opportunity to hear from more than 150 presenters over three consecutive days.

Conference highlights - keynote speakers

The official conference opening address will focus on the inspiring work undertaken by our three outstanding keynote speakers.  Dr David Chong from the Jigsaw Foundation, Mr Kon Karapanagiotidis from the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre and Assoc Prof Mark Boughey are each widely recognised for their commitment to human rights and social justice.

Don’t miss ASA2010 Melbourne, register now.

Managing healthcare in the modern environment – workshop series selling fast

These workshops have been designed to address the challenges of managing in the modern environment.

Workshop registration from $195 half day/$375 full day for members.  Visit the ASA Calendar for program details or to register.

SIG2010 Sydney – 21-22 August 2010

Tailored to suit sonographers specialising in musculoskeletal sonography and women’s imaging, this year’s annual Special Interest Group seminar returns to the popular two-day format.   Mark these dates in your diary – the finishing touches are being put to the education program and more details will be available on the ASA website in the coming days.

Travelling Workshops 2010/11 - dates for your diary 

The ASA Travelling Workshops promote best practice in sonography by providing continuing education and a forum for communication.  Building on the success of the 2009/10 series, the 2010/11 Travelling Workshop Series will present the following topics:

2010

Saturday 24 July

 Saturday 23 October

Saturday 20 November

2011

Saturday 19 February

Saturday 12 March

Saturday 19 March

Plan ahead and mark these dates in your diary now or visit the ASA website for more details.

Branch and Sub-branch meetings

The 2010 program of Branch and Sub-branch education meetings are well underway and are an excellent opportunity to build on your knowledge base, collect CPD points and exchange ideas in a friendly and supportive environment.

Visit the ASA website for the full 2010 calendar of Branch and Sub-branch meetings.

Please note: Dates and topics are subject to change. Please check the ASA website for updates.

The next e-mode
The next edition of e-mode will be circulated on 4 June 2010.

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Australian Sonographers Association – the peak body and leading voice for sonographers
National Office
PO Box 709
Moorabbin Vic 3189

P: 03 9585 2996 

F: 03 9585 2331

E: members@a-s-a.com.au

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What’s on at the ASA

Don't miss ASA2010 Melbourne 28 - 30 May:  Last chance to register

Managing healthcare in the modern environment workshops 27 May - Additional places now available

Australian Sonographers Association

 National Office

PO Box 709  Moorabbin  Vic  3189

P: 03 9585 2996   F: 03 9585 2331

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