September 2010

Through your monthly e-mode we hope to bring 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 September and make the most of your ASA membership.

September e-mode highlights

·         Rural and Remote Sonographer Scholarships – applications close 8 October

·         ASA2011 Brisbane -  call for papers opens 17 September

·         ASA Awards of Excellence – expressions of interest for judging panel now open  

The ASA encourages 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 

ASA Awards of Excellence judging panel – expressions of interest

The ASA is inviting expressions of interest from members wishing to be represented on our ASA Awards of Excellence judging panel. The role of the ASA Awards of Excellence judging panel is to:

·         Support the objectives of the ASA Awards of Excellence program

·         Review nominations for all the ASA Awards of Excellence

·         Determine all finalists and recipients in a credible process that ensures results are above censure

·         Review and make recommendations regarding the selection criteria

Please contact the ASA National Office for details of the judging and award process or visit the ASA website for more information about the 2011 ASA Awards of Excellence.

Rural and Remote Sonographer Scholarship 2011 – Applications close 8 October

Now more than ever, the ASA recognises the challenges associated with living and working in rural and remote areas including limited access to workshops and conferences resulting in fewer opportunities to stay up to date with current advancements and techniques in sonography. The ASA Rural and Remote Sonographer Scholarship is offered to support the education needs of ASA members working in rural areas. 

The Scholarship provides registration for ASA2011 Brisbane and includes travel and accommodation expenses associated with attending the conference, the opportunity to publish your work in soundeffects and the opportunity to present at ASA2011 Brisbane. 

Who should apply?

The successful applicant must be a financial Ordinary or Student member of the ASA, living in Australia but more than 100km from a major capital city and have conducted a research project or identified a case to investigate.

Visit the ASA website for more information.

Are you using your ASA member logo?

Demonstrating that you belong to a dynamic professional association not only supports your own qualifications, but also promotes your commitment to the highest standards of professional behaviour and your compliance with the Code of Professional Conduct.   Only members of the ASA are eligible to use the designation of ASA Certified Sonographer or ASA Certified Student Sonographer. As the peak body and leading voice for sonographers, this designation also serves as a powerful statement to peers, employers, regulators and patients about your commitment to clinical and professional excellence.

Contact the ASA National Office to request an electronic member logo and start displaying your certification on your professional resources such as business cards, reports or presentations.

soundeffects tips and hints for sonographers
We would love to hear from members who want to share some great tips and hints with their colleagues.  This new section to be published from issue 4, December 2011, will feature some of the best tips and hints from members to help you in your workplace.  Email the Editorial Committee with your tip for your chance to win a $50 voucher.

Have you renewed your ASA Membership?

The due date for membership renewals has now passed.  If you have not yet done so, this is your last chance to renew your membership for 2010/11 and continue to access your ASA membership benefits. Renew your membership online or contact your ASA Membership Officer on 03 9585 2996.

PD-asa – The end of the year is in sight!

·         Have you got enough points for the PD-asa cycle?

·         Is your triennium ending this year?

·         Are you on track to earn the required points?

·         Have you got your evidence in order?

With PD-asa, it’s easy. Just log in and check your PD-asa and ASAR points balances. Don’t forget - you don’t need to worry about your ASA activity as we log and evidence that for you. All you need to worry about is the non-ASA activity.

Not with PD-asa? Now is the perfect time to find out more. You can also contact the PD-asa Administrator to discuss the best CPD options for you.

Sonography roundup

Disinfection of transducers used for intracavity ultrasound examinations

In response to numerous queries, the ASA has developed a statement which we believe is an important resource for all ASA members.  We encourage all members to use this statement to inform the review and/or revision of relevant workplace protocol(s).

2010 National SARRAH Conference Broome 20-23 October 2010
Registration is now open for the 2010 National SARRAH Conference

ASA events

ASA2011 Brisbane – call for papers opens 17 September 2010

Paper presentations are the ultimate way to share ideas and gain recognition for your expertise among fellow professionals. Your participation is precisely what the ASA2011 Brisbane conference culture of innovation and knowledge sharing is all about. Delegates can benefit directly from your paper presentation by applying your perspectives and ideas to their own work environment.

Six reasons why you should submit a paper for presentation:

1.     Professional development - Enhance your skills to help you take the next step in your career

2.     Education -  Use the process of preparing a paper as an opportunity to identify better ways to deal with medical imaging issues

3.     Insightful feedback -  Get helpful feedback on your ideas

4.     Key connections - Increase your potential by meeting contacts and colleagues in your profession

5.     Information sharing - Enjoy sharing your ideas and participating in educating other members of the sonographic community

6.     Idea contribution - Enrich the experience of delegates and contribute to the sharing of ideas that all delegates value.

The ASA encourages members to visit the ASA2011 Brisbane website from 17 September or contact the ASA National Office for more information.

Travelling Workshops 2010/11 - dates for your diary 

The 2010/11 Travelling Workshop series promotes best practice in sonography by providing continuing education and a forum for communication to members in regional locations.   Designed and presented by sonographers, these interactive workshops cater for those living in small cities as well as rural locations across Australia and New Zealand.

Online registrations are now open for:

Branch and Sub-branch meetings

The 2010 program of Branch and Sub-branch education meetings are well underway with the delivery of a great range of topics and speakers.

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 Friday I October.

Spread the word

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Australian Sonographers Association

 National Office

PO Box 709  Moorabbin  Vic  3189

P: 03 9585 2996   F: 03 9585 2331

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