CT XR Technologist

UCHealth•Arvada, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides computed tomography and diagnostic imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and the organization's policies, values, and mission. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. This is an onsite PRN position at UCHealth Emergency Arvada in Arvada, Colorado, with a flexible shift and 0.00 scheduled hours per two-week pay period. The listed pay range is $37.35–$52.29 per hour, dependent on relevant experience. The role includes preparing patients, equipment, and supplies; performing and evaluating imaging and laboratory procedures; monitoring patient condition; and completing routine patient-care tasks as required. It requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and appropriate action in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT).
Registered or registry eligible in computed tomography (CT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); registry must be completed within 12 months.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date and valid through 60 days of hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Review patient history, physician orders, and laboratory results to ensure appropriateness.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and examinations to support understanding and cooperation.
Analyze imaging results and identify quality concerns requiring further action.
Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when ordered and within scope of practice.
Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes as appropriate.
Prepare equipment and supplies.
Select exposure factors and imaging parameters to optimize image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
Perform Point of Care Testing (POCT) and Moderate Complexity Laboratory Testing according to laboratory procedures.
Maintain proficiency in testing samples and adhere to quality-control policies.
Resolve image-quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter, transmit, and report scan results.
Conduct EKG procedures, vital assessments, splinting assistance, and other routine patient-care tasks as required.
Use critical thinking and decisive judgment, work with minimal supervision, and take appropriate action in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus, accumulated annually and paid in October during the third year of employment.
Annual merit pay increase based on performance and other stated factors.
Annual market reviews of positions and base pay adjustments as needed.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
Free Care.com membership.
Voluntary benefits, including accident and critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI), and leaves of absence.
Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, with buy-up options.
Employer-provided short-term and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) plan with employer matching contribution; an additional 457(b) plan may be available.
Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; a health savings account is available with enrollment in a high-deductible medical plan.
Access to academic degrees and certificate programs.
For specific educational degrees, up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid by UCHealth; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000 per year prepaid or up to $5,250 per year in tuition reimbursement.
Access to LinkedIn Learning courses and seminars and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.