Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist DEXA

Terrestris Global Solutions•Toms River, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) to support the Veteran community in the 1051 Hooper Avenue Toms River, New Jersey area. This position is open to all candidates, including Locum or Traveling professionals. The role involves direct patient care, operating diagnostic radiographic equipment, preparing patients for procedures, performing diagnostic imaging examinations, locating and recording internal elements of the body, performing quality control, monitoring patients, preparing contrast agents, evaluating test results, logging data, and cleaning equipment. Administrative tasks account for an estimated 5% of the time.

Requirements

Authorization to work in the U.S. permanently, without sponsorship.
Licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
Certified in general radiologic technology (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
One or more of the following: ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography (M), Vascular Interventional Radiography (IR) and or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CIR).
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Experience with Bone Densitometry (BD)/DEXA examinations on the lumbar spine, hips and forearms.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with the VA is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide patient care and technical skills in the operation of diagnostic radiographic equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes.
Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing patient’s needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions; provide reassurance and support to patient throughout procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before patient leaves care area.
Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service’s procedures.
Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images; adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts, protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x-ray beams.
Monitor the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during the examination; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
Prepare contrast agents.
Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
Log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests performed.
Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.