Imaging Tech Student

St Anthony Hospital; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

St Anthony Hospital in Lakewood, Colorado invites an Imaging Tech – Student to join our medical imaging department. You will perform diagnostic radiology procedures, prepare patients, position equipment, and learn safety practices under supervision.

You will work with experienced staff, gain hands-on experience aligned with ARRT/ARDMS/CNMTB training, and contribute to accurate exams while developing professional skills in a dynamic hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in ARRT/ARDMS/CNMTB training program within nine months of graduation.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures with safety for patient and staff.
• Produces and develops quality exams accurately and timely.
• Prepares patients, provides instructions, and assists during exams.
• Explains procedures to patients and attends to their needs.
• Observes patient and equipment and documents any unusual occurrences.
• Communicates with physicians and imaging staff to support continuum care.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Adaptability

Proactive approach

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in ARRT/ARDMS/CNMTB training program within 9 months of graduation

BLS certification (American Heart Association)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Imaging Tech - Student, you will contribute to our medical imaging department by performing varied duties tailored to support departmental needs and enhance your professional experience, above and beyond school requirements.

Every day you will engage in flexible tasks, learn from experienced professionals in a supportive environment, and utilize your developing skills to support the efficient operation of our imaging services, aligning your purpose with our organizational mission.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong willingness to learn, adaptability to varying responsibilities, a proactive approach to supporting departmental functions, and a dedication to growing your skills within a dynamic healthcare setting.

• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures, providing safety for self, patients, and all other individuals to include radiation safety.
• Produces and develops quality exams in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
• Prepares patient for exams; gives instructions to patients regarding procedures; assists the patient during the exam and positions the patient.
• Explains the procedure to patients and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports/documents unusual occurrences and records patient's conditions.
• Communicates, in writing and verbally, with all physicians, imaging personnel, students, and hospital staff in facilitating the continuum care.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be enrolled in an approved ARRT, ARDMS or CNMTB training program, within nine (9) months of graduation
• BLS from the American Heart Association

Preferred

• Graduate of an accredited sonography program

Where You'll Work

Located in Lakewood, Colorado, St. Anthony Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center where we provide a full range of medical specialties and health care services to Denver and the surrounding region through our state-of-the-art medical campus and home base for Flight For Life Colorado. With four trauma rooms including the T-10 room, a dedicated field-to-surgery suite ready 24/7 for trauma surgeons and specially trained teams, our staff can provide life-saving care to the most severely ill and injured patients. In 2023, we received our exciting Magnet designation! We are so proud of our staff for this achievement, which is awarded to only 10 percent of hospitals around the world. Numerous other awards, certifications, and accreditations have been granted to us from the American Heart Association; Chest Pain Center (CPC); American College of Cardiology; The Joint Commission's National Quality Approval; the Emergency Nurses Association Lantern Award; NAPBC Accreditation; American College of Radiology and many others. At St. Anthony Hospital. We combine a heritage of expert care with the latest in technology and innovation. If you're looking to be part of a fast-paced environment where you can practice to the top of your profession in trauma, cardiology, stroke, neurosciences, breast imaging, cancer/oncology care, surgery and more.