Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - CT

Job TitleDutiesFunctions or Scope of Assigned Duties:Perform CT procedures as the primary responsibility, approximately 80% of the time.Balance patient and staff needs while completing complex scans and procedures.Apply cross-sectional anatomy knowledge to spiral and multislice CT examinations.Perform 3-D reconstruction and other advanced CT imaging procedures.Conduct CT-guided drainages and biopsies.Perform peripheral vascular and cardiac CT examinations.Interpret imaging requests and determine appropriate examination protocols.Identify anatomical structures and assess their appearance and function on digital images.Evaluate image quality and determine whether scans are diagnostically acceptable.Tailor imaging to highlight areas of clinical interest for the physician.Perform advanced and complex CT examinations with minimal physician supervision.Establish venous access and perform venipuncture for iodinated contrast examinations.Perform general radiologic procedures approximately 20% of the time under medical direction.Conduct general X-ray, portable, fluoroscopic, pain-block, and DEXA examinations as needed.Assist with procedures in other specialty modalities when required.Prepare and administer contrast media and medications in accordance with applicable regulations.Operate digital radiography equipment and PACS.Gather relevant patient information from medical records, patients, caregivers, and healthcare providers.Help schedule examinations to maximize equipment use while accommodating emergency studies.Apply radiation-safety practices, verify patient identity, and ensure images are correctly identified.Monitor patients, determine CT technical factors and positioning, consult radiologists on nonstandard exams, and promptly report potential contraindications or abnormalities.Performs other related duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Weekends, 12:00am-10:00am & additional 10 hour shifts on the weekday.Compressed/Flexible: Compressed, Four - ten hour days.Telework: Not available.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 21R81-ARelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized.Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized.