Diagnostic Radiology Tech (Compt Tom)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
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Diagnostic Radiology Tech (Compt Tom)

Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration

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Posted:
March 17, 2021
Location:
Salt Lake City, Utah
Salary:
Open
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Discipline:
Allied Health
The computerized tomography (CT) specialty modality requires specific knowledge of cross sectional human anatomy, and its application in spiral, and/or, multi-slice computer tomography, inclusive of 3-D reconstruction scans, including drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations. If you ARE NOT a current VA, please apply to CBSU-10990055-21-GO This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until June 16, 2021. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be January 05, 2021, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. Additionally reconstruct all CT scans for 3D Imaging, Volume Rendering, Saggital, and Coronal, Axial and Maximum Intense Projection (MIP) Imagery. The technologist requires specific knowledge and training in the location, appearance, and function of the various major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination; to interpret the examination request accurately; to understand the functioning and inter-relationship of the various organs; to use the methods and techniques which will identify organs appearing on the digital display monitor and Picture Achieving System (PACS), and the various stages of the examination to judge the acceptability of the image and/or scan for diagnostic use and to emphasize the aspects of particular interest to the physician Some of the duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Schedules exams in a manner so as to optimize scanner times while maintaining flexibility for emergency cases. This requires the ability to prioritize scheduled patients as well as the ability to accommodate the emergency patient who may need immediate emergency surgery, etc. Confers with radiologists to determine requirement of non-standard exams. Determines technical factors, positioning, number and thickness of scans to produce and satisfy requirements of CT scanning. Schedules patients for examinations. and advises radiologists or referring physicians of examination results. Additionally, the technologist notifies the physician of scans requiring their immediate attention. Implements radiation safety practices that exceed or meet national standards. Exercisers the ALARA (As Low AS Reasonably Achievable) principle of radiation reduction with every patient and every exam. Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm with an 8 hour shift with rotating calls. Once completely staffed tour of duty could change to meet 24 hours and 7 day a week operational needs. Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Recruitment Incentive: Not Authorized

Internal Number: 587367600
About Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
Providing Health Care for Veterans: The Veterans Health Administration is America’s largest integrated health care system, providing care at 1,255 health care facilities, including 170 medical centers and 1,074 outpatient sites of care of varying complexity (VHA outpatient clinics), serving 9 million enrolled Veterans each year.
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