Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (Radiography)

About the role

The Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRT) positions are assigned to New Mexico Veterans Hospital, Radiology service line within the Raymond G. Murphy VA Hospital. This facility is located in Albuquerque, NM. We are currently looking to fill one position.

Responsibilities

• Assisting radiologists in the fluoroscopic examinations.
• Preparing contrast materials under the direction of the radiologist for the purpose of performing exams requiring injectable solutions such as cystogram, cholangiograms, fistula grams, and arthrography for the purpose of performing oral and rectal exams of the GI tract.
• Responsible for the quality and quantity of radiographic exams performed to assure a high level of acceptability of radiographs while minimizing patient dosage and reducing costs.
• PRACTICING RADIATION SAFETY TO REDUCE EXPOSURE TO PATIENT, STAFF AND SELF.
• Performing imaging procedures with Diagnostic Radiology imaging equipment and adjusting image quality when necessary.
• Maintaining records and files of exams performed on patients.
• Properly identifying the patient and the image. Uses left and right markers.
• Explaining exams to competent patients so that the patient understands what is to be done as well as what hazards, if any, are possible.
• Performing radiographic exams at the bedside and in the operating rooms providing diagnostic x-rays to the surgeons and professional staff on patients that are unable to be x-rayed in the Radiology Service due to incapacity or surgical procedures.
• Responsible for cleanliness and stocking adequate levels of supplies in assigned areas.
• Incumbent must be professional, cooperative and be able to work with other employees.
• May be required to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations during irregular emergency on-call hours. 24 hours per day, coverage.

Requirements

• Work Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, on-call rotation

Qualifications

• Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship, English Language Proficiency, Certification (ARRT (R)), Knowledge of basic technique standards for minimum radiographic exposure, Knowledge of anatomy and positioning, Knowledge of all patient safety procedures, Knowledge of radiographic producing equipment, Ability to learn basic computer functions, Knowledge of the technical adequacy of the digital image, including the ability to adjust the image quality in the digital system, Knowledge of different contrast material required for the requested study, Knowledge of radiation protection standards, minimum radiographic exposure techniques, appropriate beam limitation to anatomical area, and employing lead shielding when performing standard radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures, Knowledge of computed radiography, CR readers and Digital Imaging systems, Knowledge of PACS and basic computer skills, Ability to check system for operation and assess acceptable performance based on established guidelines, Knowledge of calibration parameters and the ability to adjust as needed, Knowledge of patient's clinical record, diagnosis, and laboratory results, Ability to monitor patient's physiological changes during the procedure and keep the radiologist informed, Skill in using tact, diplomacy, and courtesy in dealings with the customer base, patients, staff