Intern, Radiology Technologist-1

Denver Health•Denver, CO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Intern, Radiology Technologist-1 to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Requirements

Currently enrolled in a college program specializing in Radiologic Technology and has completed the first year in the program.
Less than 1 year None required.
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate general radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment and related technology.
Demonstrated competency in the performance of general radiographic/fluoroscopy imaging studies.
Knowledge of how to address age-specific needs of patients.
Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
Competency in interpreting physician order requests for general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies.
Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
Ability to consistently procedure quality images of various anatomical structures.

Responsibilities

Performs high quality general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies by selecting specific software parameters that will produce a quality image for use by radiologists in their determination of a diagnosis.
Operates, on a day-to-day basis, PACS applications to include: achieving activities; image auto-routing; and pre-fetching tasks; image quality assurance and other related activities.
In order to provide the necessary information for radiologists to interpret images, the technologist scans all relevant clinical information into the PACS, assigns prioritization box for the radiologists’ work list, and then transmits current (and comparison images, when applicable) to the PACS.
Ensures patient safety, comfort, and personal dignity by following appropriate patient care guidelines to include use of 2 patient identifiers.
Transports patients to and from the Department of Radiology, as needed, to prevent patient flow delays.
Prepares and assists in administering contrast agents and determines an potential allergies to ensure compliance with departmental practices.
Uses Radiology Information System (RIS) system to input patient examination data and to place patient orders, when appropriate.
Documents, as appropriate, all pertinent information on clinical questionnaires (e.g., interim cae form, pregnancy questionnaire).
Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests; results of all cleaning and tests are documented, as appropriate.
Contacts service personnel and notifies supervisory staff of equipment malfunctions.
Maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping down examination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, and washing/disinfecting general radiographic equipment.
Attends and participates in departmental huddles, general intradepartmental meetings, and Radiology’s in services.