Multi-Modality Tech Weekend Option

CommonSpirit Health; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Colorado Springs seeks a Multi-Modality Tech for weekend coverage across two or more imaging departments. You will operate imaging equipment, position patients, and act as a clinical resource while upholding radiation safety and standards.

The role requires expertise in at least two imaging modalities, strong technical skills, and the ability to lead and communicate compassionately with patients during weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• One year of imaging experience.
• ARRT registered technologist (Radiography) or ARRT CT/MR designation.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Performs imaging procedures with safety for patient and staff.
• Produces high-quality images accurately and timely.
• Provides patient and family instructions and responds to needs.
• Performs other registered modality duties as assigned.
• Monitors patient and equipment, reports any issues.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment problems per dept. procedures.

Skills

Imaging procedures

Radiation safety

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ARRT registry (Radiography)

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Multi-Modality Tech Weekend Option, you will provide quality patient care within two or more medical imaging departments, performing high-quality images and exams while maintaining sensitivity to patient needs and adhering to safe radiation practices.

Every day you will operate various imaging equipment, precisely position patients for different exams during weekend shifts, act as a clinical resource to unit personnel, and serve as a role model, ensuring current standards of practice are upheld.

To be successful in this role, you will possess expertise in at least two medical imaging modalities, strong technical skills across multiple platforms, a deep understanding of radiation safety, and the ability to effectively communicate, lead, and provide compassionate patient care during weekend coverage.

• Performs imaging procedures, providing safety for self, patients, and all other individuals.
• Produces quality images in a complete, accurate, and timely manner.
• Provides information and instruction to patient and/or family regarding the procedure and responds to their physical and emotional needs.
• As assigned by management, performs technologist duties of other registered modality.
• Observes patient and equipment during the procedure and reports / documents unusual occurrences and records patient's condition.
• Notifies supervisor of equipment problems and logs the service call/problem per department procedure.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• One (1) year of imaging experience
• Registered Radiology Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
• Any of the following: ARRT (CT), ARRT (M), ARRT (MR), R.T.(R) (VI)(ARRT); R.T.(R)(CV)(ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association

Preferred

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree

Where You'll Work

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is a full-service, 712-bed acute care provider in Colorado Springs comprising Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital and St Francis Hospital - Interquest. St. Francis Hospital opened in 2008 to keep pace with the growing needs of the Colorado Springs' community on the north side of the city. St. Francis Hospital features 340-beds and offers a modern Birth Center, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Cancer Center, Emergency Department, Level III Trauma Center, Imaging Services, Acute Inpatient Rehab, Surgical Services and Critical Care Unit. It also serves as southern Colorado's home base for the Flight For Life Colorado air medical transport service. It's an incredible time to join us as we celebrate recognition with Magnet Hospital designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for superior quality in nursing care. With more than 300 days of annual sunshine, mild winters and easy-to-access recreational areas including Pikes Peak, Garden of the Gods and some of Colorado's top destination resorts, you will enjoy an incredible lifestyle while having the career you've always wanted.

Pay Range

$37.59 - $63.31 /hour