PRN CT/MRI Technologist

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide support in the technological aspects of animal and human imaging. Support clinical and research scanning of animals. This includes overseeing advanced imaging equipment function, QA/QC, and scanning. Some responsibility for scheduling procedures in order to avoid conflicts with clinical patients and to keep various clinicians, radiologists and researchers informed of the imaging schedule. Perform advanced imaging exams ordered by clinicians on veterinary patients. The Technologist also has an important role in educating faculty, staff, and students in the proper and safe use of the MRI and CT/PET equipment, radiation safety, magnet safety, in conducting CT and/or PET-CT and nuclear medicine studies.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in radiologic technology OR High school diploma plus six years of advanced imaging experience. OR bachelor’s degree in health, life science, or related field plus two years of advanced imaging experience
Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (MR) certification and/or (CT) with a member in good standing status
Good computer skills and familiarity with networking, PC-based database and spreadsheet programs, word processing, and image viewing software

Nice To Haves

Additional post-primary ARRT certification in CT, MRI or nuclear medicine and/or PET/CT is highly desired.
Previous experience with MRI, multi-slice CT, PET/CT, and/or nuclear medicine
Previous experience in veterinary medical setting
Project management experience
Experience working in digital imaging, RIS/PACS environment
large group PC-based presentation skills
Demonstrated history of working well in a team environment
Strong oral and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills working with personnel at all levels in a hospital setting (faculty, administration, staff, clinicians, and trainees)
Experience with radiopharmaceutical handling, patient injections, radiation safety protocols, and monitoring
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are highly desired

Responsibilities

Collaborates on decision-making for new and/or additional imaging sequences, hardware and software development, and studies.
Analyzes CT, PET-CT, and MRI images with viewing and analytical software.
Decision-making regarding the scheduling of research studies and clinical cases, ensuring sufficient availability of the service for clinical cases.
Decision-making regarding maintenance and support of all imaging equipment
Is able to adjust and optimize multiple technical factors that influence the quality of images eg. kVp, mAs, image matrix for CT; TE, TR, coil type, NEX for MR; isotope type
Respond to changes in the physiologic status of the patient and be able to adjust image acquisition accordingly e.g. changes in heart rate or renal status relative to administration of IV contrast in CT
Responsible for and manages all safety practices and safety policies in the advanced imaging suites.