Radiologic Technologist I

UCHealth•Fort Collins, CO

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and UCHealth’s policies, values, and mission. This is an onsite, full-time day-shift position at UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, Colorado, scheduled for 64 hours per pay period. Pay is $28.38–$39.74 per hour, dependent on relevant experience. The role is part of a structured career ladder that provides opportunities to advance in skills, responsibilities, and pay. The position may involve working with Radiology students and requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Specialty ARRT certification(s), if required for the position.
BLS certification through the American Heart Association or 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, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

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 equipment quality-control procedures.
Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions.
Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
Analyze results and identify image-quality issues; take appropriate steps to resolve them, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
Enter and transmit images.
May work with Radiology students.

Benefits

3-Year Incentive Bonus, accumulated annually and paid in October during the third year of employment.
Annual merit pay increase based on performance and UCHealth’s evaluation process.
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- and long-term disability coverage, with a buy-up option.
403(b) retirement 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 when enrolled 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 and internal professional development opportunities.
Free assistance navigating Public Service Loan Forgiveness and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness.