ISMRT Code of Conduct for Officers and Governing Board Members

International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists
Code of Conduct
for Officers and Governing Board Members

International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists’ Values

In all our operations and relationships we value:

• the promotion of communication and the dissemination of cutting-edge MR developments,
• the advancement of education and training, and
• the promotion of a high level of knowledge and professionalism in the field of MR technology and radiography.

Conduct

Personal Behavior: It is expected that Officers and Board members will:

• Act ethically, with honesty and integrity, in the best interests of the ISMRT at all times
• Not make improper use of their position as Officers or Board members to gain advantage for themselves or for any other person
• Exercise due care, diligence and skill
• Take individual responsibility to contribute actively to all aspects of the Board’s role according to the Officer and Board member SOP
• Make decisions fairly, impartially and promptly, considering all available information, legislation, policies and procedures
• Make reasonable enquiries to remain properly informed
• Understand the financial, strategic and other implications of decisions
• Act in a financially responsible manner
• Understand financial reports, audit reports and other financial material that comes before the Board
• Attend a minimum of 75% of Board meetings
• Treat colleagues with respect, courtesy, honesty and fairness, and have proper regard for their interests, rights, safety and welfare
• Not harass, bully or discriminate against colleagues, members of the public and/or employees
• Contribute to a harmonious, safe and productive Board environment/culture through professional workplace relationships

Communication and Official Information: It is expected that Officers and Board members will:

• Channel all communication between Board and staff on business matters through the President and the Associate Executive Director
• Not disclose official information or documents acquired through membership of the Board, other than as required by law or where agreed by decision of the Board
• Not make any unauthorized public statements regarding the business of the ISMRT
• Support, adhere to and not contradict the formal decisions of the Board made in its meetings
• Respect the confidentiality and privacy of all information as it pertains to individuals
• Ensure information gained as an Officer or Board member is only applied to proper purposes

Conflicts of Interest: It is expected that Board members will:

• Disclose any personal or business interests which may give rise to actual or perceived conflicts of interest
• Not allow personal or financial interests, or the interests of any associated person, to conflict with the interests of the ISMRT
• Where conflicts of interest do arise, ensure they are managed in the public interest
• Ensure that they decline gifts or favors that may cast doubt on their ability to apply independent judgment as an Officer or Board member

In addition, Board members commit to:

• Taking responsibility for reporting improper conduct or misconduct which has been, or may be occurring in the workplace, reporting the details to the relevant people or agency
• Taking responsibility for contributing in a constructive, courteous and positive way to enhance good governance and the reputation of the ISMRT Governing Board

International Society for MR Radiographers & Technologists
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