Diagnostic Radiology Technologist-Computed Tomography

4 weeks ago

Prescott, United States Veterans Health Administration Full time

The Emergency Department is open 24 hours/7 days a week. This VHA Medical Center is located at Prescott, Arizona with Community Based Outpatient Clinics located in Anthem, Flagstaff, Cottonwood, Kingman and Lake Havasu City, AZ. NAVAHCS has four Outreach (Telehealth) Clinics; Holbrook, Page, Tuba City and Polacca, AZ, along with a Primary Care Outreach Clinic in the Indian Health Service Health Care Center located in Chinle, AZ and a mobile clinic located in Chinle, AZ serving outlying Navajo Veterans at Pinon and Kayenta, AZ. NAVAHCS catchment area covers over 60,000 square miles.

DRT independently performs routine to moderately complex radiographic and CT procedures. These exams are achieved by using diagnostic x-ray equipment such as fluoroscopic units, direct digital units, general diagnostic units, and computed tomography scanner. Performs computerized tomography of the head, neck, spine, chest, and body. Performs special CT angiographic and interventional examinations. These exams are performed with and without the use of contrast materials. The purpose of these exams is to achieve diagnostic studies to bring about proper diagnosis and treatment. DRT (CT) technologist duties will be split between General Radiography/Fluoroscopy studies and CT (50 percent General Radiography and 50 percent CT) as mission requirements/needs dictate.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
Accurately operates a wide variety of imaging equipment to obtain examinations of acceptable quality, utilizing the least amount of radiation to obtain quality imaging for diagnosis and localization purposes.
Technologist works under the supervision of Radiology Manager/Supervisor and rotates all responsibilities within the CT section. He/she works independently on most exams but confers with Radiologists and supervisor on more difficult exams. Work is spot-checked for achievement of objectives.
Performs all aspects of CT imaging to include but are not limited to CT examinations of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, head, extremities, neck, as well as CT Angiographic studies of the head, chest, abdomen and lower extremities.
Performs CT Angiography of the Circle of Willis, Carotids, Abdominal Aortas and Run-Offs. The radiographic goal of CT is to provide high quality axial imaging; generate the best possible images at the minimal radiation dose necessary to the patient.
Prepares contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist that are used in CT to include CT Angiography and other exams.
Technologist must utilize lead aprons, lead gloves, and lead shields when exposed to radiation.
Technologist receives and interprets all radiology requests for accuracy, appropriateness; date desired and maintains a thorough knowledge of the ordering process in CPRS.
Technologist works with CT schedule to assure timely accomplishment of assigned workload, making day-to-day adjustments in accordance with established priorities and additional assignments.
Maintains adequate supplies and pharmaceuticals/contrast (IV and oral) used in the department. Responsible for stocking and inventory of all supplies, notifying supervisor when supplies are not available and monitoring expiration dates to ensure all items are within compliance.
Use independent judgment and possess the ability to vary exams or treatment procedures as needed to compensate for patient's individual medical conditions and body habitus.
Properly identifies patient scan by using the HIS/RIS patient identification lists, R & L markers, correct amount and type of contrast administered, timelines for any timed examinations, patient position and all other identifying markers for that view/scan.
Responsible for minor equipment adjustments, repairs and exercises care in the handling and safeguarding of all equipment.
Responsible to adhering to the RME policies and procedures within the Radiology Service.
Complies with all safety/fire prevention rules/regulations and using protective equipment when required and provided.
Continually reviews new developments in the field of CT, which may require mandatory off-site training for new equipment training.
Maintains electronic records and files of exams performed on patients.
Technologist uses word processing software to execute several office automation functions such as storing and retrieving electronic documents and files; activating printers; inserting and deleting text, formatting letters, reports, and memoranda; and transmitting and receiving e-mail through Microsoft Outlook.

Work Schedule
: Various Shifts-Evenings, Nights, and Weekends, to include on call rotation that includes weeknights, weekends, and holidays. Required response time of 30 minutes to the hospital when on call.


Telework
: Not Available


Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.


Functional Statement #
: 000000


Relocation/Recruitment Incentives
: Not Authorized


Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized


Fi
nancial Disclosure Report:
Not required

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