Low-Dose CT Chest Protocol Reviewed

Dr. Murdoch has recently reviewed our LDCT protocol for lung cancer screenings. We recognize that an across-the-board protocol for low-dose CT is difficult in practice since different scanners have different parameter capabilities.

Dr. Murdoch is in favor of getting as close to the standard we have provided as each individual scanner can, but we recognize not all scanners can do that. Having your industry representative help your facility with the LDCT protocol for your specific scanner is a great starting point. The main thing is to keep the radiation dose down to acceptable levels. If changing your protocol, Dr. Murdoch says you can and should proceed with low-dose CT as long as it tests out appropriately from a dose standpoint on phantom testing.

SCHEDULING

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Hodgeman County Health Center, a 12-bed Critical Access Hospital  in western Kansas, is accepting applications for a department Director. For more information, please send your resume to Vanessa Bamberger, HR Director at vbamberger@hchconline.org. 

Medical Heights Medical Center, a Family Practice Clinic in western Kansas, is accepting applications for both part-time and full-time Radiologic Technologist. This is a daytime shift, with additional duties outside of radiology for a full-time position. For more information, please contact Kim Alderfer, Clinic Administrator at kim@kansasmedical.org. 

Rawlins County Health Center in Atwood, Kansas is accepting applications for a full-time Radiologic Technologist. CT experience preferred. Must be ARRT registered and participate in after-hours call rotation. The application is available online at www.rchc.us/employment-application/ or for more information, please contact Tara Bowles by phone at 785-626-3211 ext. 2017, or via email at tbowles@rchc.us.

Sheridan County Health Complex in Hoxie, Kansas is seeking a self motivated, detail oriented Radiologic Technologist  to work in the Diagnostic Imaging Department that services our 18-bed Critical Access Hospital, 32-bed Long Term Care, 8-apartment Assisted Living, and a FQHC Clinic. CT and Ultrasound experience is preferred but not necessary.  SCHC offers a competitive wage scale and an excellent benefit package. For more information, please visit their website at www.sheridancountyhospital.com or contact Shelby Moss, HR Director, by phone at (785) 677-4148 or by email smoss@sheridan.hpmin.com.