Advanced Imaging Technologist (CT)

Colorado State University; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 77,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated Advanced Imaging Technologist to enhance animal and human imaging research. In this pivotal role, you will utilize cutting-edge technologies such as CT, MRI, and Nuclear Medicine to support innovative research and clinical practices. Collaborating with a team of professionals, you will develop imaging protocols, manage imaging databases, and ensure the highest standards of care and quality assurance. Join a vibrant community committed to excellence in education, research, and service, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on animal health and welfare. This is an opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

24 vacation days

15 sick days

11 paid holidays

Flexible work schedule

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Free college credit courses

Tuition Scholarships for family

Employee Assistance Program

Community Discounts

Free public transit use

Qualifications

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in health or life science with advanced imaging experience.
• Current ARRT certification in CT required, with good computer and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in animal and human imaging research projects using advanced imaging technologies.
• Schedule imaging studies and coordinate clinical and research workflows.

Skills

Advanced Imaging Experience

Computer Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Masters in Health or Life Science

Bachelor's in Health or Life Science

Associates in Health or Life Science

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CT Imaging

MRI Technology

Nuclear Medicine

Radiology Information System (RIS)

Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Job description

Position Type: Admin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification Title: Prof/Indiv Contrib II

Number of Vacancies:

Work Hours/Week: 40

Proposed Annual Salary Range: $77,000 - $82,000 with Benefits (Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Employee Benefits: Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 05/19/2025.

Description of Work Unit: The CSU Veterinary Health System (VHS) exists to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community 24/7/365. The Imaging Core within the VHS houses academic, research, continuing education, modern equipment, and clinical programs that address the promotion of animal and human health. The mission of the Imaging Core is to deliver excellent service practices and responsiveness, which help enable the outstanding success of our other medical practice areas along with our renowned research and education programs.

Veterinary Teaching Hospital: The mission of CSU VTH Small Animal Critical Care Services, the pinnacle of veterinary medicine and education, is to ensure the advancement of patient welfare through a vital system distinguished by: personal excellence; compassionate care; exemplary education; collaborative & transformative research; and mutual trust with our community.

Why work at Colorado State University? CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”

We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:

• Confidence – they expect success in what they do
• Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others
• Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard
• Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others
• Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them
• Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions

Our Investment in You: Colorado State University (CSU) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.

• Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually
• Attractive work schedule that is flexible yet consistent
• Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for your overall well-being
• FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program
• Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members
• FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities
• After-school programs and summer camps for kids
• Community Discounts
• FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification

Retirement Programs: While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan (DCP) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan (PERA) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%.

Campus Culture and Principles of Community: Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement.

Tobacco and Smoke-Free: Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Position Summary: Provide a contributing role to the technological aspects of animal and human imaging research projects and provide expertise in research application using CT, Nuclear Medicine, and MRI. Work with researchers on advancing technologies and innovative imaging techniques using both software and hardware developments. Perform clinical imaging with high and low field MRI, helical and cone beam CT, PETCT, and nuclear medicine on animal patients. The technologist is primarily responsible for the development of protocols based on discussion with clinical or research faculty. The Advanced Imaging Technologist will provide service to the clinical animal advanced imaging section (CT, MRI, NM, and PET/CT) while assisting with technological aspects of clinical animal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), Nuclear Medicine (NM), and positron emission tomography (PET/CT) imaging. Supporting animal and human imaging research projects is expected.

This is an essential worker position and must be willing and able to report to work as directed to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay or interruption.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

A signing bonus and/or moving expenses may be considered for eligible and successful candidates.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Masters degree in a health, life science, or related field plus one (1) years of advanced imaging experience

OR

• Bachelor’s degree in a health, life science, or related field plus three (3) years of advanced imaging experience

OR

• Associates degree in health, life science, or related field plus five (5) years of advanced imaging experience

OR

• High School Diploma (or GED) plus seven (7) years of relevant advanced imaging experience

And

• Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (CT) certification with a member in good standing status
• Good computer skills and familiarity with networking, PC-based database and spreadsheet programs, word processing, and image-viewing software

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• MR ARRT certification
• Previous experience with MRI, multi-slice CT, PET/CT, and/or Nuclear medicine is highly desired.
• Equine and/or large animal handling experience is highly desired
• Previous experience in a veterinary medical setting
• Demonstrated history of working well in a team environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills working with personnel at all levels in a hospital setting (faculty, administration, staff, clinicians, and trainees)
• Experience with radiopharmaceutical handling, patient injection, radiation safety protocols, and monitoring.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are highly desired.

Job Duty Category: Scheduling

• Schedule imaging studies and oversee advanced imaging calendar of use;
• Organize and coordinate clinical and research work flow with other areas of the VTH;
• Perform complex image post-processing, analyze CT, NM, and MR images with viewing and analytical software;
• Utilize digital image management systems including Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and Radiology Information System (RIS), image data archival, and reports;
• Crosstrain and provide imaging support as needed in MRI, PETCT, and Radiology;
• Schedule and maintain consistent preventative maintenance plan for equipment
• Serve as technical liaison to other departments within the VTH;
• Communicate with industry and scientist user groups.

Job Duty Category: Communication

• Ensure daily communication with the imaging unit and VTH and TMI.
• Develop new protocols and procedures in advanced imaging to optimize animal imaging for clinical and research applications based upon the stated objectives of the clinicians and researchers with minimal oversight from radiologists;
• Manage imaging databases and data from animal studies;
• Maintain/oversee proper care and sanitation of the advanced imaging suites;
• Maintain programs of advanced imaging quality assurance and quality control;
• Oversee the maintenance and repair of advanced imaging equipment as well as identify and investigate maintenance and service contracts as approved by the Service and Section Chiefs;
• Identify vendors and assist in the negotiation of major equipment purchases;
• Monitor inventory on a monthly/yearly basis, and investigate best prices;
• Aid in the conduct of prospective research and retrospective case studies, including participation in the literature review, data collection and manuscript preparation for publications and grants;
• Manage, organize, coordinate and assist with cost accounting in research projects.
• Lead contact for radiation safety protocols and nuclear medicine examinations at the VTH and JFEH.

Job Duty Category: Educational Tasks

• Educational tasks to include, but not be limited to:
• Organize and gather materials for educational CT, NM, PET-CT, and MRI imaging rounds;
• Provide formal and informal presentations on safety and technical
• Supervision of hourlies and professional imaging staff housed in the VTH and TMI on aspects of NM, CT, PET-CT, and MRI to faculty, residents, other personnel, and students;
• Conduct clinical and research CT, and PET-CT studies for Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) student education;
• Participate in NM, MRI, CT, and/or PET-CT research meetings.

Special Instructions to Applicants: This position will remain open until filled. However, for full consideration, please apply by Monday, 5/19/2025, 11:59pm (MT).

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, a current resume, the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references, and any applicable credentialing documents. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of Employment: Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - This is an essential worker position and must be willing and able to report to work as directed to perform essential and/or emergency services without delay or interruption.

Search Contact: [e-mail]

EEO: Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer.

References Requested

Minimum Requested: 3

Maximum Requested: 3

Supplemental Questions

• * Are you willing and able to report to work during inclement weather, without delay or interruption, to provide essential or emergency services to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of clients?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents

• DORA License
• CACVT/Other State Vet Tech Certification