Imaging Technologist I - Onsite Growth & Benefits

UCHealth; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth is seeking an Imaging Technologist for the UCHealth UCHlth Urgent Care Powers site in Colorado Springs. This onsite role offers a Day shift with PRN hours and pay per hour ranging from $28.38 to $39.74, depending on experience.

The position involves performing various imaging procedures in accordance with scope and standards, educating patients about procedures, and ensuring safety and quality by preparing equipment and supervising imaging quality.

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 and transmits images. May work with Radiology students.

Job description

UCHealth is seeking an Imaging Technologist for the UCHealth UCHlth Urgent Care Powers site in Colorado Springs. This onsite role offers a Day shift with PRN hours and pay per hour ranging from $28.38 to $39.74, depending on experience.

The position involves performing various imaging procedures in accordance with scope and standards, educating patients about procedures, and ensuring safety and quality by preparing equipment and supervising imaging quality.