Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners
In 1984, the Louisiana Medical Radiation Health and Safety Act, R.S. 37:3200 through R.S. 37:3221, provided that, to safeguard life and health by preventing excessive and improper exposure to ionizing radiation, any person practicing or offering to practice as a radiologic technologist in this state shall submit evidence that they are qualified to do so and shall be allowed to practice as a radiologic technologist. The Act created a board of examiners with regulatory authority responsible for examining, licensing and regulating qualified applicants as Radiologic technologists and to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public from the misuse of ionizing radiation. This law pertains to both diagnostic and therapeutic uses of ionizing radiation.
The LSRTBE office will be closed on Friday, July 3, 2026 in observance of Independence Day. Normal business hours will resume on Monday, July 6, 2026.
All licenses must be renewed on or before May 31. There is no grace period or probationary period beyond this date.
After May 31, if your license is not renewed by the deadline, it will expire. It is illegal to practice in Louisiana with an expired license.
Continuing Education Requirements:
Continuing Education (CE) credits for the 2026 renewal cycle must be completed between June 1, 2024 and May 31, 2026.
Document Uploads:
Please ensure that all uploaded documents are properly named in order to successfully proceed with your application.
ARRT Credential Verification:
To verify your ARRT credentials, visit www.arrt.org select “Verify Credentials,” and complete the verification process. Save the verification as a PDF and upload it to your application.
Authorization for Disclosure of Information
Review, sign and date the form. The completed form must be saved in PDF format and submitted with your completed application.
**Renewal is best supported in Google Chrome browser**
If you experience any issues with your renewal, please contact our office at (504) 838-5231 or via email at laradbrd@bellsouth.net for assistance.
Renewal applications will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Should any additional documentation or information be required, a member of the LSRTBE staff will contact you directly.
The LSRTBE has approved Limited X‑Ray Machine Operator (LXMO) permits coming January 2026!
LXMO allows trained operators to perform X‑rays under the supervision of a licensed radiologic technologist, and is exclusively for urgent care centers, private physician offices, and private clinics.
The LXMO initiative helps address the current shortage of full technologists in smaller healthcare settings while emphasizing quality and safety.
Let’s help deliver quick, safe, and high-quality care by welcoming LXMO permit holders into the team—under expert supervision. It’s a great win for patient access and provider collaboration.
Programs wanting to offer official LXMO training can apply now to become LSRTBE‑approved. Submit your application by mail to: LSRTBE, 3108 Cleary Ave, Suite 207, Metairie, LA 70001.
Individuals interested in becoming a Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO) must apply directly to the program. See below for LSRTBE approved programs. *Please note that program may depend on employer.
Advanced Imaging Review / https://advancedimagingreview.com/class-details/limited-scope-radiographer
CCI Training / https://ccitraining.edu/radiology-technician-training/
Continuing Education Providers / https://www.ceprovide.com/continuing-education-courses
Nasium Training / https://www.nasiumtraining.com/solutions/limited-scope-radiography/
Once you are accepted into an LSRTBE-approved LXMO program, the following steps will apply. Your program instructor can assist you throughout this process.
After your program confirms completion of your didactic education, you may qualify for a one-year temporary LXMO permit. This temporary permit authorizes you to enter the clinical setting and begin completing the required clinical competencies.
Upon successful completion and verification of all clinical requirements, you may apply for a two-year LXMO permit, pending successful completion of the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Limited Scope Examination for Louisiana. Your LXMO Clinical Competency Log must be submitted at the time of application for the two-year permit.
**Please note that once the individual successfully passes the ARRT LXMO exam for Louisiana and receives a two-year LXMO permit that they do not require direct supervision by a licensed technologist.**
Log into the LSRTBE Portal to begin the LXMO application process.
Robert R. Newsome, M.D., F.A.C.R. | Chairman, LSMS Member
Frederick L. Drouant, R.T.(R)(CI)(ARRT) | First Vice Chairman, LSRT Member
Kirk Soileau, MHA, FACHE | Second Vice Chairman, LHA Member
Desiree Bell, MSRS, R.T.(R)(CT)(ARRT) | Secretary-Treasurer, LHA Member
Naveed M. Awan, FACHE | LHA Member
Brent Boudreaux, MD, F.A.C.R. | LSMS Member
Jessica A. Soileau-Canning, MHA | Consumer Member
Vacant | LSMS Member
Vacant | LSRT Member
Vacant | LSRT Member
Vacant | LSRT Member
Valerie Briggs Bargas | Attorney at Law
Sallie DuPont | Attorney at Law
Hollie Taranto, MBA, R.T.(R)(ARRT) | Executive Director
Lindsay Ruggles, BS, R.T.(R)(ARRT) | Compliance Officer
Leslie Cosby | Administrative Coordinator
The Louisiana Medical Radiation Health and Safety Act of 1984, R.S.37:3200-3221, provides that, in order to safeguard life and health by preventing excessive and improper exposure to ionizing radiation, any person practicing or offering to practice as a Radiologic Technologist in Louisiana shall submit evidence that he or she is qualified to do so.