Radiologic Technologist I

UCHealth•Fort Collins, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Radiologic Technologist I performs imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and UCHealth policies, values, and mission. This is an onsite, full-time, day-shift position at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado, scheduled for 72 hours per pay period (two weeks). Pay is $28.38–$39.74 per hour, dependent on relevant experience. The position may include working with Radiology students. It requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the ability to take appropriate action in a fast-paced environment. UCHealth describes a career ladder through which employees can develop skills and responsibilities and progress in pay. UCHealth offers a total rewards program that includes recognition and performance-based compensation, health and well-being resources, time away from work, insurance, retirement and savings plans, and education and career-development opportunities. Eligibility for some programs depends on scheduled work hours.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R).
Specialty ARRT certification(s) if required for the position.
BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross, with the card in hand before the start date; the card must remain valid through 60 days of hire. Renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Responsibilities

Review patient history and physician orders, and schedule procedures.
Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to support their understanding and cooperation.
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 appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
Implement safety standards and perform appropriate equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze results and identify image-quality issues.
Take appropriate action to resolve image-quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter and transmit images.
May work with Radiology students.

Benefits

Three-Year Incentive Bonus, paid in October during the third year of employment, based on employee contributions to organizational goals and tenure.
Annual merit pay increase for performance meeting or exceeding established standards.
Annual market reviews and base-pay adjustments as needed to remain competitive.
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 (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.
Up to 100% of tuition, books, and fees paid for specific educational degrees; 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.