Code of Ethics

The signing of the CCI Code of Ethics is REQUIRED by ALL REGISTRANTS of CCI
 at the time of the application and with each renewal.

The purpose of the CCI Code of Ethics is to acknowledge the Registrant’s acceptance of the responsibility and trust conferred upon it by the organization and to acknowledge that earning a CCI credential is a privilege that must be earned and maintained. The delivery of safe, competent and ethical patient care is a responsibility of the highest order.

This document sets forth the Code of Ethics to be adhered to by credentialed cardiovascular technologists awarded the CCI credentials:

• Certified Cardiographic Technician (CCT);
• Registered Cardiac Electrophysiology Specialist (RCES)
• Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS);
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS);
• Registered Cardiac Congenital Sonographer (RCCS)
• Registered Phlebology Sonographer (RPhS) 
• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).

All credentialed cardiovascular technologists awarded a CCI designation shall, in their professional activities, sustain and advance the integrity and honor of the profession by adhering to this Code of Ethics. Registrants who intentionally or knowingly violate any provision of the Code of Ethics will be subject to action by a peer review panel, which may result in revocation of the certification.

1. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will place the safety, health and protection of the patient above all other interests.
2. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will demonstrate and maintain professional competence in all aspects of patient care and within the scope of practice as defined by my employer.
3. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will represent my credential(s) accurately, honestly, and will not attempt to maintain CCI credentials by fraud, deception or artifice.
4. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will not knowingly assist another person or persons in obtaining or attempting to obtain or maintain CCI credentials by fraud, deception or artifice.
5. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will uphold professional standards by adhering to defined technical protocols and diagnostic criteria established by peer review.
6. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will represent my qualifications honestly and provide only those services for which I am qualified to perform.
7. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will defend and protect the patient’s right to privacy and confidentiality, unless required to disclose such information by law.
8. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will consistently maintain and improve professional competence through regular assessment of skills, continuing education, experience and professional training.
9. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will accept responsibility for maintaining the credential by meeting renewal requirements and remaining in good standing with CCI.
10. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will voluntarily report any criminal behavior resulting in a conviction of a misdemeanor or felony.
11. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will avoid deceptive acts which misrepresent my academic or professional qualifications.
12. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will avoid compromise of professional judgment by conflicts of interest.
13. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will engage only in legal arrangements and practices in the health-care field.
14. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will act in a manner free of bias with regard to religion, ethnicity, gender age, national origin, disability, social or economic status.
15. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I understand that the certificate, logo and marks are the property of CCI and I will not misrepresent or inappropriately use the property of CCI. I agree to return the wallet card and certificate of my credentialing, upon request, to the CCI Board of Trustees.
16. As a credentialed cardiovascular technologist / technician, I will uphold and follow all policies and procedures required by the CCI to remain in good standing, and I will abide by CCI’s Code of Ethics.

The CCI Code of Ethics shall be enforced by the CCI Ethics and Discipline Committee. All persons holding a CCI credential are required to have a signed Code of Ethics on file. The signed Code of Ethics is submitted with the triennial renewal. Download a copy of the Code of Ethics (COE) form located at the bottom of this page.