CT Technologist

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 50,971 - 71,635; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage.

Access to 24/7 mental health support.

Discounted gym memberships.

PTO and Colorado FAMLI leave.

Employer-provided life and disability.

Job summary

UCHealth University of Colorado Health in Aurora, CO is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specializing in CT imaging. You will perform CT procedures, review orders and patient history, educate patients about procedures, prepare contrast materials, and monitor patients to ensure safety and quality.

This onsite, full-time role requires ARRT CT registration or registry eligibility, BLS/ CPR certification, and offers a weekend-days shift with a 72-hour pay-period.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• ARRT CT registry eligibility with completion within 12 months.
• BLS/ CPR certification from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history, physician orders and scheduling; educates patient on procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media; monitors patient and responds to changes.
• Prepares equipment; selects exposure factors; ensures safety and quality control; positions patient.
• Analyzes results; addresses image quality issues; enters and reports scan results; may perform 3‑D post processing.
• Operates with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient education

Equipment safety checks

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program

Registered RT or registry eligible with CT registry within 12 months (ARRT)

BLS/ CPR certification

Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion: Aurora, CO

Department: Radiology Cat Scan

Work Schedule: Full Time, 72.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)

Shift: Weekend Days

Pay: $37.35 - $52.29 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary

Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re‑positioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. May perform 3‑D post processing.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) and registered, and or registry eligible with completion of registry in 12 months in computed tomography (CT) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in‑hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free Care.com membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
• Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and Career Growth

• UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees.
• Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.
• Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

Eligibility Note

Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours.

EEO Statement

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.