Radiography Technologist I

UCHealth•Colorado Springs, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiography Technologist I provides direct patient care by performing radiographic and other imaging procedures. The technologist reviews patient history, initiates radiographic images based on physician orders, and prioritizes patient education to support understanding and cooperation. The role also includes safely administering contrast media or associated imaging medications while monitoring patient condition, responding to and reporting changes in condition, and using established radiology best practices to produce clear images and maintain quality control and equipment functionality. The position is onsite at UCHealth Grandview Hospital in Colorado Springs and is scheduled PRN on a flexible shift. UCHealth describes a career ladder through which employees can develop their skills, responsibilities, and pay. The role contributes to multidisciplinary care, supports safety and quality at the point of care, welcomes learning in an innovative clinical environment, and may model proficiency by precepting people new to imaging or UCHealth.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Obtain specialty ARRT certification(s) if required for the position.
State licensure if required by law.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification; BLS through the American Heart Association or CPR for the Professional Rescuer through the American Red Cross must be held before the start date and remain valid through 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care by performing radiographic and other imaging procedures.
Review patient history and initiate radiographic images based on physician orders.
Prioritize procedural patient education to promote mutual understanding and cooperation.
Safely administer contrast media or associated imaging medications while monitoring patient condition.
Respond to and report changes in patient condition as appropriate.
Use established radiology best practices to produce clear images and support quality control and equipment functionality.
Contribute to patient safety and quality of care through a multidisciplinary team approach.
Precept people who are new to imaging and/or UCHealth.

Benefits

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 insurance, 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, 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.
Tuition support for specified educational degrees, including up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees; 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 and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.
Three-Year Incentive Bonus.
Annual merit pay increases based on performance.
Annual market reviews of positions and base pay adjustments as needed.