Xray Tech Tips

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Due to a change in family circumstances, I would like to try and be home as often as possible, in case of an emergency regarding an ill parent. I've done some research with varying results in an attempt to search for a remote career opportunity in this field. I'm not against going for some further certification if it means new possible opportunities. I've seen listings for remote service engineering for Mri/CT scanners, but most I am not qualified for. Are there some other opportunities I should keep an eye out for? I appreciate any feedback. submitted by /u/NoToRedditApp [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j2y3c8/possible_remote_career_opportunities_degree_in/

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I’m worried I could have MS I had a lower back spinal mri done for back pain but now I’m freaking out if it’s anxiety or if I have it but I keep telling myself wouldn’t it have shown on the mri and I wouldn’t have symptoms till like a couple years after so it would of detected it right? submitted by /u/MakeupMua16 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j2q48o/if_i_had_an_mri_done_about_2_years_or_so_ago_do/

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Apologies if I’m posting in the wrong sub, but I’m wondering what kind of penalties would come of a surgical technologist (not radiological tech) who is not credentialed in radiology, operated a c arm and shot x rays on a patient before a surgical case because of being impatient. The nurse and the surgical tech were not wearing lead either. I was in the room but was protected with lead. It’s concerning to me because this tech thinks it’s okay to overstep her scope of practice. This is in Minnesota. And I’m curious if there are any malpractice penalties or anything concerning patient safety too. submitted by /u/sbb_214 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j2e007/legal_question_concerning_operation_of_carm/

What does small amount of residual thymic tissue suggested mean?? submitted by /u/bbaked324 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j2avh9/what_does_small_amount_of_residual_thymic_tissue/

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How would you explain in layman‘s terms, user origin and Isocenter submitted by /u/Oncology_kiddo [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j2968p/dosimetry_student/

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Can you tell us about the steps you did to work in the UK Thanks in advance submitted by /u/fakhrye41 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j26sm8/foreign_radiographers_in_the_uk/

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I've just started studying radiology. My instructor asks what's the difference between trauma and non-trauma shoulder positions. I read the textbook and googled but there isn't any clear answer. Are trauma positions for a trauma shoulder? ​ Thank you :) submitted by /u/notyourbusinessguys [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j262s9/trauma_vs_nontrauma_shoulder_positions/

Hello everyone! I am currently taking pre-requisites for radiologic technology. Do you guys have any tips on how to get in? I am currently doing very well in my classes. I’m just wondering what else you guys did (volunteer, etc) that helped you get in to the program. I’m only applying to two different programs in my state, there are only a total of four and the two other programs are just way too far from where I live. submitted by /u/kazz_sky [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j24igu/program_tips/

I am finishing up my CCMA course to be a medical assistant. I was looking into other programs my school offers to further my education and I saw they offer a radiology training (NCT) program designed specifically for MAs. It’s a 120 hour program. After the course I will be eligible for placement on the Medical Board Non-Certified Techinican Registry. Is it worth it for the pay increase? Will there be a pay increase? Thanks. submitted by /u/getaway_car13 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j23hsw/is_an_associates_degree_necessary_or_is_a_120/

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Hello everyone, maybe someone or somewhere is using Lu-DOTATATE in their nuclear medicine departments and have any video or paper information about the whole procedure and how it works? It would be very helpful! submitted by /u/deividasberno [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j17j49/looking_for_more_information/

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Hi is anyone here a cardiac sonographer in Canada?? and/or did their schooling in Canada?? If so, do you recommend going into cardiac sonography? How hard is it to find a job after school? Is the time worth the investment (schooling worth the pay)? ​ Thank you so much! submitted by /u/qweqazbob [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1mbra/cardiac_sonographer_canada/

Radiographers of the Uk Does any of the hospitals you work in needs an extra radiographer ? Thanks submitted by /u/fakhrye41 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1l58s/job_searching/

Does anyone know on how to access File Explorer in this? We are trying to figure out on how to free up space on the hard drive, we already deleted recycle bin for repeat films but its still saying were at 75% capacity. so we were thinking that it might have been storing backup images that needed to be deleted manually on the folders. Thanks in advance. submitted by /u/Igor0511 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1jd7k/need_tech_support_on_siemens_ysio_max/

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Curious as to how things have gone along in the radiology world. We are transitioning from needing everybody to be Covid tested before we scan (MR) , to scanning low risk patients without testing as if they were Covid +. Was curious of your current policies in place. Ty! submitted by /u/SteakPizza [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1g1qk/how_has_your_hospitals_covid_policies_evolved/

Doing some research for school, hopefully someone can help me with this: How do the specs of the xray machine correspond with how far the xrays will penetrate? i.e. the kV, mA, Hz of the machine. What power would one need to image a mouse, a cat, a human hand, a human chest, a horse, etc. Is there a cheat sheet I can download that has this information listed, or an equation that xray techs use to set the machine? Thanks! submitted by /u/Sythya [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1ffiz/xray_machine_settings_vs_type_of_subject/

Hello all, For me Radiopedia just started showing a ton of pop up ads for their courses and whatnot a few days ago and the images in the example cases now aren't showing either. Is anyone else having this problem? submitted by /u/dabeezmane [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j1f888/radiopedia_not_working/

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This is the weekly career / general questions thread for the week of September 28, 2020. Questions about radiology as a career (both as a medical specialty and radiologic technology), student questions, workplace guidance, and everyday inquiries are welcome here. This thread and this subreddit in general are not the place for medical advice. If you do not have results for your exam, your provider/physician is the best source for information regarding your exam. Posts of this sort that are posted outside of the weekly thread will continue to be removed. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j17hxf/weekly_career_general_questions_thread_september/

Hi there and good (insert time of day) I apologize if my questions happen to be stupid and unfitting of the sub but it seems like the appropriate place. I am currently in college (US) as a pre-med this semester, beginning my Radiography program in the spring, and I believe it is a 22-month program. After course completion and AART/other relevant certifications I would very much enjoy visiting the EU for an extended amount of time, I'm looking at around a year or so, and I would enjoy it even more if I could somehow have a job at a hospital/clinic overseas and what extra qualifications or special permissions I would have to get. I've spent hours looking into Italy, and many of the job postings happen to require "TSRM" which I believe is basically the Italian version of the AART, however, to be a part of it it seems I'd have to graduate from an Italian university for a radio tech program. I've spent a smaller amount of hours looking into Spain, and I found b

I need to share DICOM images of my mum's scans with some doctors remotely. We have the CD's and the DICOM files, and I thought the best way would be to setup a server that hosts the images and has a built in viewer so that the doctor only clicks on a link. Are there any open source solutions that let me do that? Ideally, I'd setup my own AWS server, install the solution, upload my files, set permissions, and give the doctor a link. Through the link the doctor would be able to look at the scans What about cloud based services? I found dicomlibrary.com to be very useful, but is it safe and secure? Are there any solutions where you have your own storage? submitted by /u/spletpeer [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j0tttd/best_place_to_share_patients_mrict_etc_for/

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I am 47 year old, have joined a community college, to finish some pre requisites for the actual radiography program, I am doing fairly good in psych 2301, same with bio 2301, however I cannot handle this Math Algebra 1314, and its a must. My question is when and if I survive these then what next after I enter radiography program in January, does it have too much of Math content, another question is after the two years, what will I have or how much would a job pay me with an AAS degree. Is it considered a technician. Is it worth it, or should I change path to a simpler English literature sort of stuff which I like, My main issue was to be independent and start earning, so will studying English high level give me a good job, Should I stay in Radiography as I have already done Bio, Psych and Engl How difficult is the path for me after finishing radiography Please advise as I need to drop courses or switch and decide now. I am really confused submitted by /u/neelama [link] [comm

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Mods - Please note that I already have a diagnosis so I'm posting these images for educational purposes. Edit: Link to imaging is here I've always had pretty atrocious foot pain and bilateral hip dysplasia, but the hip orthos I saw never took the foot pain seriously and only focused on the hips. A few years back, I was in PT recovering from hip surgery (periacetabular + femoral osteotomies) when a PT said, "You know, I think there might be more problems with your feet than the doctors have noticed." To make a long story short, this led to me seeing a number of DPMs and spending countless hours doing research on PubMed. I ended up correctly diagnosing myself with E76. 219 aka MPS IVA which was confirmed via bloodwork and my mutations were discovered via genetic sequencing. I was previously misdiagnosed with MED and then SEDc. For frame of reference, Danny DeVito and Robert Reich both have MED and the actor Warwick Davis has SEDc. Some other info: I actually have

On a chest X-ray and Head and Neck CTA with an without contrast. Are apices paid attention to or are they looked over quickly. Also the X-ray is compared to an X-ray two years ago. If there were any slight changes would they be noted?? submitted by /u/bbaked324 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/j0f8ck/radiologist_question/

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Hello there, I am working on my paper regarding the role of the X-ray technician in the diagnosis/imaging of the mastoid bone. Since I can't travel to my uni every day and there is little to no material online in my native language I looked up and found a couple of articles like https://ce4rt.com/positioning/radiographic-positioning-of-the-mastoid-process/ https://radiopaedia.org/articles/mastoid-part-of-temporal-bone https://www.cedars-sinai.edu/Patients/Programs-and-Services/Imaging-Center/For-Patients/Exams-by-Procedure/CT-Scans/CT-Scan-of-the-Mastoid-Bones.aspx https://www.facebook.com/1121000901300667/photos/ct-mastoid-test-in-southdelhi-the-ct-scan-uses-the-advanced-computer-analysis-an/2167918253275588/ After consulting my professor, he told me that the only thing I lack was some info about MRI scans of the mastoid and a conclusion. When I asked him about the conclusion he said that I should talk about how the other imaging techniques are outdated and the best way is t

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Quick question for any radiologist. In a CTA with and without contrast of the head and neck. Does it show the apices as well and if so are they paid attention to when reading the scan?? submitted by /u/bbaked324 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/izwqez/quick_question_for_any_radiologist_in_a_cta_with/

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Hello, I hope my fellow techs are well through all this craziness, first time posting but need help if anyone is in the know on this... I was a limited scope tech/MA for a good while working to get the experience to let me into a bridge program, I went to PMI for that and am now a rad tech. At the beginning of this year, I had to do my CE credits for the first time since going from limited scope to rad tech, I completed my CE and sent the credits in to the CA rad org. The state recognizes me as certified, but I called ARRT and realized sometime after I had tested out to get my rad tech license (which was also when I had moved to a new apartment and never received a notice to update) but I never updated registration with them after. I called ARRT and they said I would have to take the state board test again to be recognized by the ARRT because it had been some amount of time since I paid and updated my CE with them even though I’ve never missed credits with my state. Is there anyth

I know that I need to go somewhee else. Should I seek just any xray position elsewhere? Should I focus on adding more certifications like ct or mr? Are any of the postprimary modalities easier (or faster) to obtain? Seems like most places only want multimodality techs. submitted by /u/BrightTwitch [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/izd3t6/after_my_first_year_as_an_or_tech_where_i_hate/

We use a digital portable x-ray, and the other day a patient asked if she could take a picture of her chest x-ray from the portable. A tech told her "No, that's illegal". Also, techs sometimes refuse to let patients even SEE their xrays from the portable, even if they aren't taking picures. I have some doubts about this actually being illegal. After all, patients can see their ultrasounds and fluoro studies as they are being performed. How is xray any different? If anyone can point me to credible sources about this, I'd appreciate it. HIPAA, state law, federal law etc. This is in West Virginia. I'm also going to double check my employer's policy on this. It may just be a house rule. submitted by /u/Fancy_Ball [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iza4i0/is_it_illegal_for_patients_to_take_pictures_of/

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We have our Radiology Diversity Week coming up in early October. Since everything is zoom these days, I figured I would share the information since the talks may be of interest to a lot of people and they aren't the kinds of talks which are typically given in radiology departments. The schedule and the RSVP are on the website. https://preview.redd.it/q12jhafnj5p51.png?width=1834&format=png&auto=webp&s=e270ed4f62e42e9003e9db8a3db233fe0e7accc4 submitted by /u/DanChondeMD [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iz4pa1/mghbwh_radiology_diversity_week/

Does anyone here work as a rad tech for Kaiser Permanente in Georgia? I work for a Kaiser Permanente in California and have a few questions. Thank you submitted by /u/RadTek7 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iz6mqm/kaiser_permanente/

do teleradiology companies accept Canadian radiology boards or do they only accept US boards certified individuals?, Thank you. submitted by /u/DeadEye_11 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iz5mfa/a_question_regarding_teleradiology/

Is there any accurate cut off value to say bowel dilatation in neonatal abdominal x ray? submitted by /u/linnsept [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iz1wie/paediatric_radiology/

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Hi all, I wondered if anyone could direct me to some information on the route in the body the contrast takes post injection? We typically cannulate in the ACF/Hand & would find it helpful to know which vessels the contrast travels through from the vein, through to the heart and then towards the liver in order. Thanks for any help in advance submitted by /u/RonSwansonsSickSwans [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iyvo1c/intravenous_contrast_route/

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I wanted to get an opinion from you guys on how digits are labeled. I was originally taught to label digits from 1-5. This is what I've been doing. Then a couple of weeks ago I was called in to the radiologist's office and told I should be labeling them as 'thumb' and then 1-4, from the index to little finger. Is this a thing? I'm happy to do it, but just wanted to check and see if I massively misinterpreted something when I was a student. submitted by /u/Demiaria [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iyq4qc/labeling_digits/

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Hi all, I have been an MRI tech for roughly 3 years and will now be joining the cardiac team at my hospital. This involves being one of the go to people for scanning hearts. While I will be trained by other staff I was looking for some resources to help me get a head start in understanding this topic. Things such as angles, anatomy, gating, etc. Any recommendations would be appreciated! Thanks submitted by /u/exr3y [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iy8lyl/cardiac_mri_learning_resources/

Hello, I am in my first year of school for Rad Technologist. I was doing pretty well, but recently begin to struggle to keep up with the material. I am looking for any online tutors or tutoring suggestions that others may have used and found helpful. Unfortunately the university that I attend does not offer tutoring for this particular program, so that it why I am out sourcing for other options. Any help would be greatly appreciated! submitted by /u/SnooSquirrels5885 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iy1hwr/rad_tech_tutoring_suggestionssupport/

Do u have to get an associates degree in rad technology first? What the best path to become an MRI tech? submitted by /u/beeswaxe [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iy0wr2/how_do_i_become_an_mri_tech/

I am a student currently on waitlist for my radiology program and am restudying and answering the challenge questions of my radiologic science textbook. First picture contains the book questions, second picture is the answer key, and third picture is Figure 8-1 mentioned in question 8. ​ I am stuck on questions 8 and 9. ​ ~ Question 8: How do you calculate x-ray intensity when given only kVp and mAs? ~ Question 9: How do you calculate the number of electrons that will interact with a target when given only kVp and mAs? Book questions Answer key Figure 8-1 submitted by /u/FriedWasabi [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixyam3/bushong_ch8_challenge_questions/

Can anybody link me to something where I can take it a look at it online? It doesn't seem to be in any of the newer textbooks I have either. Having trouble finding this. submitted by /u/skeletonphotographer [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixx7f9/resources_for_mastoids_xray_positioning/

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I’m 19 and I need braces. I want to go to an MRI program starting next fall. Am I able to have braces and be an MRI tech? I heard you can’t have any metal in the MRI room. submitted by /u/beeswaxe [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixjj5b/braces_and_mri_tech/

Is this true or do most require bachelors? submitted by /u/Truckstopbeans [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixhv4i/can_you_really_become_a_radiologist_with/

I know nothing about radiology (got an ultrasound of my thyroid once, if that counts?) but I got my private pilot license recently and I’ve been to a few meet ups and fly ins. It seems like every doctor I meet that is a pilot is a radiologist. I’ve met at least a dozen pilots who were doctors and I swear that at least 10 were radiologists. What’s up with this? Just an anomaly or is there some reason that radiologists like flying? submitted by /u/austinrc1260 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixhehp/what_is_it_with_radiologists_being_pilots/

I am a senior in college pursuing a bachelors in Kinesiology and plan on pursuing ARRT certification. My plan has always been to pursue a career as an RRA, but recently I’ve learned about the RPA position. They seem to be pretty similar based on my research, but is one more marketable in the job market or is there a higher demand for one over the other? Also, does anyone see the pros/cons of being one position over the other? Any feedback is appreciated! submitted by /u/sports1822 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixclod/can_someone_explain_to_me_the_difference_between/

I understand that ultrasound is a modality of choice for the diagnosis of ADPKD 1) When do you use CT/MRI? What % of patient have each? 2) Who is making a decision on - when to calculate - which imaging modality to use for assessment of total kidney volume (TKV), which predicts kidney function deterioration? (GP/nephrologist/on radiologist advice)? Many thanks for the consideration. submitted by /u/chalwanna [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ixb7dg/imaging_in_autosomal_dominant_polycystic_kidney/

I’m 19 years old and I wanna be a rad tech in Oregon. I currently live in California though. If I complete a rad tech program here in California would In Be certified in Oregon as well? Would I just have to take a test to be certified in a different state or would the only way be to have to completed a rad tech program in the state I wanna work in. (I hate the sun and I wanna move to Portland Where cloudy and rainy 24/7). submitted by /u/beeswaxe [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ix9qie/radiological_technologist/

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Hi Raddit, long time lurker here. Straw poll for the radiologists. A recent case (not mine thankfully) has me wondering whether radiologists around the world routinely review scout (aka scanogram/topogram/localizer) images during their CT or MR dictations? Discussion: Are these included in your PACS workflow and readily available for review? Relevant article from a few years back: https://www.ajronline.org/doi/full/10.2214/AJR.15.14405 View Poll submitted by /u/angioseal [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ix1yxk/radiologists_do_you_routinely_review_scout_images/

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To start off, I take my registry on October 1st, in 10 days from now, and I'm kinda worried. I've mostly been using Lange's Q&A Radiography Examination, and in both the practice tests, I just barely fail. I feel like I know almost all the stuff I should (sans some fluoro stuff and dose limits), but I keep losing points on the small technicalities of questions or on things we never learned about in my courses (cough cough CT questions). I think I just need some advice. Is Lange's Q&A just harder/more tricky than the actual examination? Should I be looking to other study materials? Heck, should I move my test back a few weeks? It's just really demoralizing to work so hard on this and then see that the book says you won't pass. Any and all advice welcome encouraging words too... submitted by /u/Sapper501 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ix4bez/concerns_for_the_registry_any_ideas/

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Neurocysticercosis is a type of neurological infection that is caused by the pork tapeworm Taenia solium. Neurocysticercosis is the most common infection of the Central nervous system (CNS). submitted by /u/radiologymantra [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iwvrhv/neurocysticercosis/

This is the weekly career / general questions thread for the week of September 21, 2020. Questions about radiology as a career (both as a medical specialty and radiologic technology), student questions, workplace guidance, and everyday inquiries are welcome here. This thread and this subreddit in general are not the place for medical advice. If you do not have results for your exam, your provider/physician is the best source for information regarding your exam. Posts of this sort that are posted outside of the weekly thread will continue to be removed. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iwvlj9/weekly_career_general_questions_thread_september/

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Hello, not sure if it's okay for me to post here. Didn't know where else to go for this. This is a patient's question (I'm the patient). I just had an MRI not long ago and the radiologists did a cervical/thoracic scan, no contrast...I'm 35, female, 120 lbs, no smoking. The readings came back with "slight smooth kyphosis of C5-C6, borderline degenerative disc disease if the same joint with associated bulging, and from C-3 to C7 there was partial disc desiccation. It freaked me out and don't know how to translate that. The only thing that stood out to me in the scan was that the white part of my spinal cord was narrower and the curve looked like it was pushing into it. No hernias, stenosis, they said either. Is this a bad sign? Not sure if it's normal for my age. Should I give up things I used to enjoy like running and such? I don't want to make this worse. Anyway, if this is in the wrong community, sorry. Thanks. submitted by /u/Individual-Ask

I work FT in a small hospital. Call is required as part of my position, since we do not have a night tech. The department is understaffed for its growing patient volume. My manager likes it this way as his staffing numbers look really good, and he is always under budget (which is reflected in his end-of-the year bonus). We are required to work our 40 hours, then cover the Call. Typically, this is two 15 hour shifts per week. When employees are sick or on FMLA (as is currently the case), we are scheduled to do more -- we are not asked! Some nights I may have 0 exams, while other nights I've had as many 12 exams. Two to three per night seems to be the norm. The pay is good, although Call and Callbacks (2 hrs of OT) are not considered by the hospital to be Worked hours. We don't accrue Sick or Vacation time for those 30+ hours a week of Call. We see it as having to work 140 hours per pay period , whereas our manager sees it as only working 80 hours per pay period. In my mind, i

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new MRI tech here, covid kicked me out of clinicals for 4.5 months and i just recently finished my ARRT comps. I'm doing pretty well in the scanning side of MRI, however when it comes to sending the sequences i get really confused on which ones to send. water? fat? what are these other ones generated by the computer? i know it's mostly site-specific but there are just a lot of different small things that need to be done for almost every exam that makes me feel discouraged. for those of you who are semi-new techs, how did you go about learning which ones to send? As i'm writing this out i just thought of an idea. should i go into PACS and write down the sequences that are there into a book? I don't know. thanks for reading, any tips would be appreciated. submitted by /u/thinkingtrees [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ivyxgg/which_mri_sequences_to_send_new_tech/

I had a ct scan and the dye was already ready when I got in the room, is there anything that stops a tech from accidentally using the same tube for the dye and the same line that goes to IV ? I would have preferred if it was prepared in front of me because I have contamination OCD. submitted by /u/flyovercountry3030 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iw3k6j/ct_scan_question_about_dye/

What things do your service people do best and what would you ask them to improve on? Any annoyances? submitted by /u/shoephone7 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/iw02jg/repairs_and_maintenance/

Does MRV need to be done with contrast? submitted by /u/Mommakay1714 [link] [comments] source https://www.reddit.com/r/Radiology/comments/ivzwvf/mrv/