Project to improve utilization of radiologic manpower. Final report, 1 Mar 1971--30 Sep 1975
The objective was to improve utilization of radiologic manpower by training selected, motivated registered radiologic technologists to assume duties that are currently those of physician radiologists. A two-year curriculum was developed to train advanced radiologic technologists (ART's) and to provide on-the-job experience in radiology departments of three general hospitals, a VA hospital, a community hospital, and a private radiology office. This training and experience would enable the ART's to assist in administration, fluoroscopic gastrointestinal examinations, angiographic studies, and to differentiate normal from abnormal roentgenograms. Eight of the 12 graduates spent 50% of their time in screening films and conducting examinations during one-year work experience. Other activities included administration, quality control, teaching, and x-ray technician duties. Although revenues generated by the ART's varied between settings, employing them at a salary of $20,000-$25,000 would be economically advantageous to physician radiologists. Thirty-four percent of the physician's time can be saved by employing an ART. (GRA)
- Research Organization:
- Kentucky Univ., Lexington (USA). Dept. of Diagnostic Radiology
- OSTI ID:
- 7330248
- Report Number(s):
- PB-253285
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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