CDOC (DPTII) Radiology Technician - (Denver)

Colorado Department of Corrections; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental health plans

11 paid holidays per year

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Colorado Department of Corrections is seeking a Radiology Technologist to produce high-quality diagnostic radiographs for offenders at the Denver Complex. You will evaluate orders, operate X-ray equipment, and prepare digital images for radiologists, ensuring quality and accuracy in a correctional setting.

The role requires ARRT certification, an associate degree in Radiologic Technology, and at least one year of professional radiology experience.

Qualifications

• ARRT credential required for Radiologic Technologist role.
• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or related field.
• One year of professional experience as a Radiology Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate radiology orders and determine positioning and procedures.
• Operate fixed and portable X-ray machines per guidelines.
• Produce high-quality radiographs to assist diagnosis.
• Prepare digital images for radiologist review and document test details.
• Travel to other facilities within the state as needed.

Skills

ARRT certification

Radiology experience

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

ARRT credential (Radiologic Technologist)

Job description

Department Information

If Your Goal Is To Build a Career That Makes a Difference And Build Greater Public Confidence In Good Government, Consider Joining The Dedicated People Of The State Of Colorado. Our Professionals Strive To Support State Government And The Citizens Of Colorado. Customer Service Is a Key Component For Every Position In State Government As Is the Focus On Ideas And Ways To Redesign The Delivery Of Services In Making State Government More Effective And Efficient

Department Information

If Your Goal Is To Build a Career That Makes a Difference And Build Greater Public Confidence In Good Government, Consider Joining The Dedicated People Of The State Of Colorado. Our Professionals Strive To Support State Government And The Citizens Of Colorado. Customer Service Is a Key Component For Every Position In State Government As Is the Focus On Ideas And Ways To Redesign The Delivery Of Services In Making State Government More Effective And Efficient

In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined
• Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans. Member Contribution Rates . Correctional Officers I-IV qualify as "Safety Officers" and are eligible for increased PERA benefits;
• Medical and dental health plans;
• Short and long term disability coverage;
• Paid life insurance;
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
• Visit State of Colorado Employee Benefits. for more information.
• This position is compensated on a bi-weekly pay cycle.

Who May Apply

This position is open to Colorado state residents only.

Location

This position is located at the Denver Complex, Denver, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

Description Of Job

This full-time position is responsible for producing high quality diagnostic radiographs for offenders housed at the Denver Complex. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Evaluates radiological orders to determine positioning, test procedure needed and protective measure necessary for diagnostic testing;
• Operates X-ray machines, fixed and portable, according to established guidelines;
• Produces high quality radiographs that will assist medical personnel in diagnosing disease processes;
• Evaluate finished product and equipment according to quality control standards;
• Schedules radiological testing necessary to meet needs of offenders and/or test required;
• Monitors system for logging all diagnostic tests performed according to offender name, number, location and test;
• Prepare digital images for review by radiologist to include preparation of electronic information;
• Scan dictation into electronic health record;
• Cleans radiology equipment and provided sanitary environment for each exam;
• Completes all related paperwork, bookkeeping and requisitions accurately and in a timely manner;
• Obtains and logs necessary quality control measures;
• Travel to other facilities within the state as requested;
• Attends training programs as assigned including one-day self defense refresher course.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions Of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) as a Radiologic Technologist in Radiography. You must attach a copy of your ARRT credentials.
• AND
• Applicant must possess an associate's degree from an accredited institution in Radiologic Technology or other closely related field. You must attach a copy of your transcripts that contain the name of the accredited institution, type of degree received, date the degree was awarded and your name.
• AND
• Applicant must have one year of professional experience as a Radiology Technologist.

Substitutions

• Clinical experience in the medical field will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis, however the AART certification is still required.

Ensure that the 'Work Experience' section of the application is complete and contains all relevant work experience related to the position that you are applying for. This information will be used to help determine compensation for the position. "See resume" statements cannot be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Additional work experience will not be accepted after the job announcement close date.

Required Competencies

• Self-control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout their shift;
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high-stakes interaction.
• Ability to provide direct patient care to offenders in a correctional setting;
• Must be able to operate radiological equipment and perform all radiological examinations;
• Ability to read and comprehend the English language;
• Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
• Computer proficiency is required;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team;
• Knowledge of various types of x-ray equipment;
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team;
• Ability to meet work schedule and be flexible with schedule;
• Ability to analyze data and solve problems independently;
• Must maintain required credentials as applicable to this assignment;

Preferred Qualifications (preferred, but not required)

• Experience providing radiologic care in a correctional environment;
• Experience with digital imaging;
• Experience working with an incarcerated population;
• Experience working with a diverse medical population as a Radiologic Technologist;
• Experience working with various types of x-ray equipment;

Important Information

For information regarding this position, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at [e-mail] or 719-723-3973.

The Assessment Process

Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including language models, to create, write, or alter any portion of responses throughout any step of the assessment process may result in the disqualification of an applicant.

Be sure the "Work Experience" section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job, Minimum Qualifications, Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and "see resume" statements will not be accepted in lieu of the "work experience" section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be 21 years of age;
• Possess a valid driver’s license; Drivers must maintain a valid, non-restricted Colorado driver license, obey traffic laws, and be able to safely operate a motor vehicle. State drivers are expected to maintain a safe driving record consistent with Colorado Division of Human Resources Universal Policy Driving Standards . Eligibility to drive a State-owned vehicle, includes holding a valid Colorado driver’s license within 30 days of employment or residency change and meeting specific driving record criteria. Serious traffic violations, including DUIs or reckless driving, can disqualify drivers for up to seven years. A ll State Vehicles are monitored by telematics for safe operation and employees have no reasonable expectation of privacy while using an agency State Fleet vehicle.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED;
• Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.
• Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.
• Successfully pass all modules of the 6 week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;
• Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;
• Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist;
• Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down;
• Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows;
• Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows;
• Swing a baton in a striking technique;
• Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;
• Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions;
• Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;
• Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;
• Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;
• Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;
• Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;
• Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;
• Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders;
• Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;
• Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;
• Willing and able to travel;
• Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;
• TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

Employees who are rehired or reinstated within six months of their separation will return at either their previous pay rate if hired into the same class level or based on their time in the class series, whichever is higher. Those rehired or reinstated after 6 months' separation will be calculated using the same formula for new hires and promotions.

Please note that while this change in role may constitute a promotion in title and/or responsibility, salary adjustments are not guaranteed and may be influenced by factors such as internal pay equity, budget constraints, market benchmarks, or the individual’s current compensation level. Any changes to compensation will be determined separately and communicated accordingly.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Appeal Rights

If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( [e-mail] ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

Supplemental Information

After submitting an application, you should receive an immediate email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application.

Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept of Corrections employee or from this email address [e-mail] It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact Stacey Hibpshman at stacey.hibpshman @state.co .us

SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities.

Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Kristen Lange , at [e-mail] or call 719-728-0270 .

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