Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

4 weeks ago

Prescott, Arizona, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time
Summary

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRT) performs a wide variety of diagnostic radiography exams under the direction of a physician.

Operates all radiographic equipment including general diagnostic, direct radiographic (DR), and computerized radiography (CR), portable, fluoroscopic, and Picture Archive Communication System (PACS) related equipment as part of the diagnostic plan for patients in the Imaging Service.

Duties


This is an open continuous announcement, applicants will be referred as they are received.*


Supports Radiologists and/or other medical officers, to produce high quality images for the purpose of diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of medical conditions.

The incumbent is expected to prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with State and Federal regulations.

DRT staff will be assigned to specialized areas by the Radiology Management based on clinical needs as long as the areas are within the certifications of the staff.

The duties and responsibilities of the DRT include but are not limited to the following:

Receives/Interpret Exam Requests- Receives written requests or instructions for procedures. Interprets the requests or instructions from Radiologists or medical officer. Receives assignments for a variety of difficult examinations.

Independently interprets an carries out the requests made by physicians Supervision is often administrative only and employee may need to contact the Radiologist, the Ordering Physician for clarification, or to alter the order if the original order is not the most appropriate.

Receives and instructs on the occasion for very difficult assignments or examinations.

Employee understands and carries out the requests made by physicians or seeks assistance of the supervisor when an uncommon, unique or new procedure is required, or if clarification of the request is needed.

Secures Patients Confidence/ Cooperation - Secures the confidence and cooperation of patients during procedures. Independently explains procedures, positions the patient for optimal results, and cushions and shields patients as appropriate. Varies the procedure or positions to adjust for patients' medical condition, and body habitus. Independently explains procedures and positions patients for very difficult procedures.

Administers contrast materials orally, by enema, or in some circumstances, intravenously under the supervision of a Radiologist, or other Physician, or medical officer.

Analyzes the patient needs, determines and select the technical factors for optimum diagnostic quality, sets the controls and operates equipment.

Performs quality control procedures as required and maintains an adequate level of supplies and safety equipment


Operates Radiology Equipment - Operates Direct Radiography (DR) equipment and Computerized_ Radiography (CR) equipment as well as Portable, Fluoroscopic and O.R.

equipment. Provides C-arm for Pain Clinic cases.

Determines technical factors (i.e., calculates the correct exposure factors) based on the body part and the individual patient factors.

Sets the controls and operates equipment ensuring that the portion of the body specified received the correct calculated exposure necessary for high quality images, but at the lowest possible exposure to the patient.

Alters, selects and sets technical factors for very difficult patient situations, and specialized radiographic examinations. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary to successfully complete the requested procedures.

As a team member with a Radiologist and other medical officers performs procedures such as cystograms, urethrograms, U.G.I. series, arthrography, and barium/air contrast barium enemas, and all other routine radiological examinations. Sets up the x-ray room with appropriate supplies and equipment.

Assures that sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, and other required equipment are present and ready for the upcoming procedure.

Performs procedures on the CLC Unit, the Urgent Care and in the Operating Rooms with portable x-ray machines, and portable fluoroscopic C-arm machines.

Registers patients for examinations and updates status as necessary. Performs relevant clerical duties as they relate to patient care within the section. Maintains computer records of patients and procedures used as required. Selects and set technical factors for radiographic examinations. Sets up and adjusts accessory equipment required and makes exposures necessary for requested procedures.

Review new developments in the field and make recommendations to the Chief or other leaders of the imaging department to adopt those which would improve the operations of the Diagnostic Radiology section.


Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm

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

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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