Radiology Tech

CommonSpirit Health•Longmont, CO

26d

About The Position

At Longmont United Hospital, the Radiology Tech provides quality patient care in the medical imaging department by performing high-quality imaging procedures while responding sensitively to patient needs and upholding safe radiation practices. The role operates imaging equipment, maintains patient comfort, follows safety protocols, and serves as a clinical resource and role model for students, staff technologists, and other hospital personnel. The technologist helps ensure current standards of practice for the unit.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Knowledge of all aspects of diagnostic imaging, including surgery and trauma.
One year of post-certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
Registered Technologist, Radiology, R.T. (R) (ARRT).
Current Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association.
Kansas LRT, applicable entities.

Nice To Haves

Associate's degree.
Bachelor's degree.
Previous Radiologic Technologist experience.
Bone Density certification within six months of hire, if applicable to the entity.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic radiology procedures while ensuring the safety of all individuals and practicing ALARA radiation safety.
Produce quality images accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Prepare patients, explain procedures, respond to patient needs, and assist with positioning.
Observe patients and equipment during procedures, report unusual occurrences, and document conditions.
Facilitate patient flow and scheduling, and support optimal use of equipment and resources.
Enter charges and required data correctly and complete necessary hospital and medical imaging paperwork for each exam.
Act as a clinical resource and role model for students, staff technologists, and other hospital personnel.