Radiography Technologist I- Nights (PRN)

denverhealth; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 92,467,000 - 138,715,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Career advancement pathways

Loan forgiveness eligibility

Retirement contributions

Job summary

Denver Health's Radiology Department seeks a general radiologic technologist for night shift duties. You will perform general radiographic and fluoroscopic exams, ensure patient safety, and input data into PACS and Epic systems.

You will administer contrast agents as needed, manage equipment maintenance, and participate in team huddles. ARRT certification and BLS are required; prior PACS/EPIC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT program.
• Experience with general radiographic imaging a plus.
• Familiarity with PACS and Epic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform high quality general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies.
• Prepare and assist in administering contrast agents and assess allergies.
• Interface with PACS and use Epic for patient data and orders.
• Ensure patient safety and dignity, transport patients as needed.
• Maintain inventory and imaging equipment; report malfunctions.
• Attend departmental huddles and inservices.

Skills

General radiography

PACS workflows

Patient safety

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

ARRT-accredited program

Tools

PACS

Epic

Imaging equipment

Job description

Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

Radiography

Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs general radiographic examinations at a technical level not requiring constant supervision during the night shift. Performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that entail application of ionizing radiation; therefore, prudent judgment, strong technical skills, and commitment to patient safety are considered requisite professional characteristics for individuals assuming the position as a general radiologic technologist.

Essential Functions

• Performs high quality general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies by selecting specific software parameters that will produce a quality image for use by radiologists in their determination of a diagnosis. To provide the necessary data for radiologists to interpret images, the technologist scans all relevant clinical information into the PACS, assigns prioritization box for the radiologists' worklist, and then transmits current (and comparison images, when applicable) to the PACS. These activities must be completed immediately following examination completion, not to exceed 1 hour.
• Prepares and assists in administering contrast agents and determines any potential allergies to ensure compliance with departmental practices. (40%)
• Effectively interacts with Denver Health's PACS system through compliance with data entry, image post-processing, image archiving tasks, image quality assurance, and other related user interface activities. Uses Epic to input patient examination data and to place patient orders, when appropriate. (15%)
• Ensures patient safety, comfort, and personal dignity by following appropriate patient care guidelines to include use of 2 patient identifiers. Transports patients to and from the Department of Radiology, as needed, to prevent patient flow delays. (20%)
• Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking, and performing inventory checks on those medical supplies utilized when performing general radiographic examinations. Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests; results of all cleanings and tests are documented, as appropriate. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervisory staff of equipment malfunctions. Maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping down examination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, and washing/disinfecting general radiographic equipment. (20%)
• Attends and participates in departmental huddles, general intradepartmental meetings, and Radiology's inservices. (5%)

Education

Graduate of an accredited ARRT program.

Work Experience

less than 1 year of professional work experience in performing general radiographic/fluoroscopic procedures

Licenses

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate general radiographic equipment and related technology.
• Demonstrated competency in the performance of general radiographic imaging studies.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients and effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for general radiographic imaging studies.
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
• Ability to consistently produce quality images of various anatomical structures.
• Ability to handle patient specimens and laboratory equipment.
• Ability to maintain the expected level of competency.
• Knowledge of safety and infection control practices to ensure a safe environment of care.
• Microsoft Office Suite experience required.
• Electronic Health Management experience preferred.

Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Salary

$32.27 - $48.41 / hr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

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