Deborah R. DakinsRadiologic TechnologistCSRT seeks to right labor woes through organization, not unionNo Norma Rae moment here: The California Society of Radiologic Technologists has tabled a proposal to become a union, and will focus instead on increasing its membership and lobbying power.November 20, 2002Radiologic TechnologistProfessional group bolsters RT image with education, legislationThere are currently 225,000 registered technologists in the U.S., but few outside of healthcare understand what they do --and many of those within the industry are not entirely sure of the RT role, either. The American Society of Radiologic Technologists hopes to change all that.November 7, 2002Radiologic TechnologistRole of RTs in veterinary medicine is slight, with potential for growthPrivate-practice veterinarians have long relied on ultrasound and x-ray as diagnostic tools to assist in the care of their patients. Just as radiologic technologists provide the hands-on care in the imaging suite, veterinary technicians serve a similar role in the companion-animal practice.November 6, 2002Practice ManagementTraveling RTs are a costly stop-gap for radiology administratorsThe use of traveling radiologic technologists to stem staffing shortages can mean headaches for radiology administrators, who cite woes ranging from budget overruns to morale problems when traveling RTs are hired.November 4, 2002Radiologic Technologist'Traveler' jobs broaden opportunities for RTsA 15% vacancy rate for radiologic technologist positions in the U.S. has created a new cottage industry for RTs who are willing to relocate for short-term assignments. But traveling shoes may not fit all RTs.November 3, 2002Residents/FellowsAMA, other defendants contest NRMP lawsuitDefendants named in a class-action antitrust lawsuit filed on behalf of physician residents in May have responded with a rash of motions contesting the claim. Many defendants answered the complaint, while others have moved for a dismissal for failure to state a cause of action.October 13, 2002Residents/FellowsMurky outlook for resident training in wake of new work rulesNew limits on resident work hours are still a year away from enforcement, but teaching hospitals are already beginning to grapple with a big question: Will there be enough work hours to get the work done? Meanwhile, radiology residents are wondering how the new rules will impact them -- if at all.August 19, 2002BreastBreast biopsy technology evolves at a rapid paceBreast biopsy has evolved dramatically over the past 20 years -- and for good reason. Our Technology Review article covers important milestones in the search for more effective ways to determine breast lesion malignancy.May 15, 2002Previous PagePage 2 of 2Top StoriesDigital X-RayIMV: Hospital-based diagnostic x-ray volumes continue to declineFrom 2020 to 2023, the number of general x-ray procedures performed in main hospital radiology departments declined 16%.Artificial IntelligenceAI chatbots deemed ‘empathetic’ to cancer patientsDigital X-RayTai Chi Rouli Ball improves bone health in perimenopausal womenRadiation Oncology/TherapyASTRO applauds new legislation on radiation therapy paymentsSponsor ContentIMV’s Oncology in Diagnostic Imaging Market Outlook Report
