Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)
About The Position
This Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist position is in Radiology services at the Providence VA Medical Center, located at the Providence, RI location. It is an Intermittent position.This position performs both specialized CT and general DRT technologist duties at PVAMC to aid in proper diagnosis and treatment of patients at PVAMC. CT duties are performed in the Diagnostic Imaging Service (DIS) and DRT duties are performed in DIS and throughout PVAMC.Duties include, but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Prepares CT equipment for daily operation and performs required QC procedures.
- Maintains the cleanliness of his/her assigned work area, and re-stocks supplies.
- Reports all supply shortages and equipment failures to the supervisor.
- Evaluates relevant lab and test results according to DIS protocols and procedures.
- Provides education to patients and family members on CT imaging procedures.
- Performs IV insertion and practices sterile technique to prevent contamination
- Prepares IV contrast material and administers contrast material agents under the guidance of a radiologist or supervising physician. The employee is responsible for informing the radiologist or supervising physician of any adverse contrast reaction as soon as possible so the patient can be evaluated.
- Adheres to all dose reduction efforts and protocols determined by the radiologists, Radiation Safety Committee, and DIS protocols.
- Responsible for on call duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Performs portable radiography for the Emergency Room, OR, recovery, inpatient wards, and other areas as required.
- Responsible for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams while minimizing patient radiation dose. Advises the radiologist, participating providers or referring physicians of examinations requiring their immediate attention.
- Practices radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patient, staff and self and wears assigned dosimeter according to department policy.
- Participates in quality assurance activities as directed.
- Documents all fluoroscopy doses after completion according to PVAMC policy.
- Performs related duties as determined by the supervisor.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including:
- Paid annual leave based on hours worked - accrual starting on your first day
- Paid annual sick leave based on hours worked - accrual starting on your first day (no limit on accrual)
- Paid federal holidays dependent on work schedule
- Health, dental, vision, long-term care, and term life insurance plans - Rates are prorated or based on hours worked
- Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
- Benefit/pension program, after 5 years of federal service
- Thrift Savings Plan (Federal 401k) for retirement, with VHA matching up to 5% of employee contributions
- Parental leave and transit subsidies (conditions apply)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Administration of Human Resource Programs
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
