Certificate of competence in radiation protection
General Information on Radiation Protection
In order to carry out diagnostic and therapeutic X-ray examinations in the medium and high dose range, the "Radiation Protection Act" and the associated "Ordinance of the Federal Department of Home Affairs on training and permitted activities in radiation protection" require appropriate further training. With the certificate of competence "Certificate of competence in radiation protection in surgery (SGC)", doctors in the specialties listed in section 2.1 can document that they have in-depth knowledge in this field through targeted further and advanced training.
The certificate of competence permits the performance of X-ray examinations under the image converter (e.g. intraoperative assessment during fracture treatment, intraoperative cholangiography, punctures or repositioning in emergencies or in outpatient clinics). A separate qualification is required to operate and use an X-ray system (e.g. for a chest X-ray or an ankle X-ray).
Procedure for Obtaining the Certificate of Competence in Radiation Protection
Complete the form “Training Log and Application Form for the Certificate of Competence in Radiation Protection in Surgery (SSC)” and send it, together with all supporting documents, to “info@sgc-ssc.ch”.
The application form and supporting documents will be reviewed (processing time: approximately 1–2 months).
You will receive confirmation that you have fulfilled the requirements for the Certificate of Competence in Radiation Protection.
Apply for your specialist title in surgery through the SIWF.
Your radiation protection qualification will subsequently be entered into the MedReg automatically, although there may be a slight delay. If it has not been entered, please contact “info@sgc-ssc.ch”.
If you would like to receive a radiation protection diploma and the qualification has already been entered in the MedReg, please contact “info@sgc-ssc.ch”.