Technologist I, Radiography (Night)

Denver Health•Denver, CO

4d•$32 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Technologist I, Radiography (Night) to join our team! Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation. Our Values are Respect, Belonging, Accountability, and Transparency. This role is in the Radiography Department.

Requirements

Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program
AART required within 3 years of start date based on State of Colorado Statute
less than 1 year of professional work experience in performing general radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association Required
RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate general radiographic equipment and related technology.
Demonstrated competency in the performance of general radiographic imaging studies.
Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients and effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
Competency in interpreting physician order requests for general radiographic imaging studies.
Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
Ability to consistently produce quality images of various anatomical structures.
Ability to handle patient specimens and laboratory equipment.
Ability to maintain the expected level of competency.
Knowledge of safety and infection control practices to ensure a safe environment of care.
Microsoft Office Suite experience required.

Nice To Haves

Electronic Health Management experience preferred.

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. Scans all relevant clinical information into the PACS, assigns prioritization box for the radiologists’ worklist, and transmits current (and comparison images, when applicable) to the PACS within 1 hour of completion. Prepares and assists in administering contrast agents and determines any potential allergies to ensure compliance with departmental practices.
Effectively interacts with Denver Health’s PACS system through compliance with data entry, image post-processing, image archiving tasks, image quality assurance, and other related user interface activities. Uses Epic to input patient examination data and to place patient orders, when appropriate.
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.
Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking, and performing inventory checks on medical supplies. Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests, documenting results. 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 inservices.

Benefits

Generous paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
Generous medical, dental, vision plans
Employer paid disability and life insurance
Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC)
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer