Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

18 hours ago

Tacoma, Washington, United States Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA Full time
Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to join our team at the Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps in Falls Church, VA. As a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic radiologic examinations and procedures, including CT scans, to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Receives and reviews requests from physicians and other healthcare providers for CT examinations of patients.
  • Determines the condition(s) at issue and the procedures and equipment necessary to best meet the needs of the individual case.
  • Positions patients for examinations, explains procedures and actions to allay fears and secure maximum cooperation.
  • Retrieves lab results and calculates glomerular filtration rate to ensure patients meet criteria for iodinated contrast media.
  • Notifies radiologists if further consent must be obtained for patients with reduced renal function.
  • Conducts research on implants and devices to ensure safety of patients undergoing CT procedures.
  • Selects, sets up, adjusts and operates the CT equipment on either the 16 row or the 64 row MDCT suites.
  • Conducts examinations, adjusting technique and equipment to best present the medically significant aspects found if unanticipated conditions or anomalies are discovered.
  • Observes and reports patient responses to instructions, movement, touch, etc., if significant.
  • Monitors patient condition during examination and, if necessary, renders emergency aid and summons assistance.
  • Assists radiologists or physicians in reading or evaluating results.
  • Independently performs complex computerized 3D and reformats of the head and or body.
  • Receives patients, reviews patients questionnaire, explains method of procedure and produces images necessary for the examination requested.
  • Performs CT imaging of the head, spines, extremities, bodies, to include biopsies, and drainages.
  • Receives patients, explains methods and safety precautions of procedures, starts IVs when needed, positions patient and produces necessary images for the requested examination.
  • Assists in the triage of scheduling patients.
  • CT scanning involves establishing various parameters, MA, KVP, matrix, field of view (FOV), filters, window, width, cardiac gating, tumor localization, slice thickness, pitch, slice gapping, reformat angle, protocol, contrast, and edge enhancements to provide physicians with information required to complete a diagnosis.
  • Uses the scout to accurately provide an auto technique for patient size and area of interest.
  • Is able to identify artifacts, its causes and how to alter and minimize its effects on the final image.
  • Confers with the radiologist to establish the requirement for non-standard examinations.
  • Notifies the radiologist(s) or physicians(s) of significant scans requiring immediate attention and visualization while patient is undergoing examination.
  • Initiates suggestions, to the radiologist, to establish imaging parameters best suited for demonstrating specific pathology for the more difficult examinations.
  • Oversees the use of various emergency equipment such as cardiac defibrillators, oxygen, suction and CO2 gas.
Requirements:
  • Must have a minimum of 1 year of licensed experience at the time of application.
  • Basic Requirement for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist: Radiology Certification.
  • Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing diagnostic radiologic examinations/procedures.

We offer a competitive compensation package, paid-time off, medical benefits, student loan repayments, and retirement package with Thrift Savings Plan to include matching employer contributions.

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