Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography

Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist-Computed Tomography at Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Summary This position is located in Medical Imaging Service, Boise VA Medical Center, Boise, ID. This position covers both CT (50%) and diagnostic radiology (50%) by performing CT and Radiology Imaging. Responsibilities Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Duties include but are not limited to the following: Performs CT and radiographic exams in the Medical Imaging Department and at other locations such as the Emergency Department, Intensive Care Unit {ICU), and Surgery as required. Radiographic exams outside of the Medical Imaging Department are performed at the bedside and in operating rooms on patients that are unable to be x-rayed in the Medical Imaging Service. Exams performed in Surgery such as hip pinnings, retrograde cystograms, and angiograms as well as ICU exams such as pacemakers placement are more complex. Two portable x-ray Units, two mobile intensifier unit (C-Arm), and a digital fluoroscopy unit in the cysto-room that is located in Surgery are used to achieve surgery exams while ICU exams utilize the two portable x-ray units and the surgery C-Arms. Calculates radiographic exposure techniques and technical factors to control density, contrast and distortion of CT and digital images to produce quality diagnostic radiologic examinations. Evaluates resulting images for quality and makes necessary corrections required to retake sub-quality images. Notifies radiologists of exams requiring their immediate attention. Receives and interprets all radiology requests. Inputs pertinent radiology information into computer and reviews existing information for accuracy. Prepares a variety contrast materials (iodine-based or barium sulfate) under direction of the radiologist for performing exams requiring iodine-based contrast injections such as CT Scans, venograms, cystogram, cholangiograms, fistulagrams' and arthrography or for performing exams requiring oral/rectal administration of barium such as exams of the GI tract. The technologist is required to know and recognize the effects and adverse reactions of utilized IV contrast materials. Improper use or administration of the contrast materials increase the risk of patient mortality, therefore, it is essential that a thorough understanding of usage be possessed by those who prepare it. Thorough knowledge of radiation safety standards, devices, and techniques, including concepts of accumulated dosage and genetic changes, effects of radiation on living organisms, and the effect of x-ray To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account