Radiologic Technologist

Kaiser Permanente; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Denver's Franklin Medical Offices is seeking a Radiologic Technologist to operate radiography equipment and produce diagnostic images per physician orders and standard techniques. You will prioritize patient needs, build rapport, and ensure safety and quality in every interaction.

The role involves positioning patients, performing radiographic procedures, reviewing images, and adhering to ALARA principles and radiation safety standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates patient-centered care and excellent customer service.
• Performs radiographic procedures with attention to safety and quality.
• Operates imaging equipment following physician orders and standard procedures.

Responsibilities

• This position, knows and complies with Kaiser Permanente quality, safety, and emergency policies and procedures.
• Instructs patient in imaging procedures and positions patients.
• Performs radiographic procedures, reviews images for quality, and submits for interpretation.
• Assists with procedures (e.g., fluoroscopy) and documents required information.
• Uses RIS/EMR/PACS per guidelines and maintains equipment quality.

Skills

Customer service

Patient-centered care

Communication

Education

2-year Radiologic Technology program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RIS

EMR

PACS

Job description

• May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums: https://www.lmpartnership.org/local-contracts.

• May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums: https://www.lmpartnership.org/local-contracts.

Job Summary

Operates radiology equipment to produce radiographic images of specified areas of the body and performs related technical x-ray procedures, in accordance with physicians orders and standard techniques, procedures or specific instructions; to include sterile techniques, basic patient care procedures and monitoring. Makes members/patients and their needs a primary focus of ones actions; develops and sustains productive member/patient relationships. Actively seeks information to understand member/patient circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs. Builds rapport and cooperative relationship with members/patients. Considers how actions or plans will affect members; responds quickly to meet member/patient needs and resolves problems.

Essential Responsibilities

• This position, knows and complies with all Kaiser Permanente quality, safety, and emergency policies and procedures. Demonstrates quality and effectiveness in work habits and clinical practice in every interaction with patients, colleagues, providers, and leadership. Ensures patient safety in the preparation and provisioning of care related to but not limited to medications, procedures, infection prevention, fall prevention, including consistent use of two patient identifiers and procedural time outs. Reports safety hazards, accidents and incidents, and unsafe working conditions promptly.
• Instructs patient in a courteous manner regarding imaging procedures. Positions patients and operates radiographic equipment.
• Performs radiographic procedures, both fixed and portable. Reviews images for accuracy and technical quality according to established standards. Repeats images as needed; submits images for interpretation by radiologist or designee. Practices ALARA principles and ensures proper radiation safety practices.
• Assists with procedures (example: fluoroscopy), follows established guidelines; provides patient education; obtains informed consent as needed; documents appropriate information as required; practices sterile techniques and standard precautions.
• Utilizes Radiology Information System (RIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) following established practice guidelines.
• Follows established quality assurance/quality control program. monitoring the operating condition of the equipment and accessories. Contacts service engineer and promptly reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
• Maintains inventory of supplies used, according to established levels.
• Communicates clearly, effectively and appropriately both verbally and with written communication. Demonstrates courteous and appropriate telephone skills. Considers the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients in the age group served.
• Exercises clinical judgment within scope of practice.
• May work with students and may be required to work at the reception desk or on the phones to schedule appointments.

Basic Qualifications

• N/A

Education

• Successful completion of a 2 year Radiologic Technology training program approved by the American Medical Association.
• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Basic Life Support within 3 months of hire
• Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Additional Requirements

• Ability to operate Radiologic equipment and perform related technical procedures.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Excellent customer service skills required, with a focus on patient centered care.
• Basic computer skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of six (6) months experience as a radiology technologist preferred.

Primary Location

Colorado,Denver,Franklin Medical Offices

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Shift

Variable

Workdays

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun

Working Hours Start

12:00 AM

Working Hours End

11:59 AM

Job Schedule

Part-time

Job Type

Standard

Worker Location

Onsite

Employee Status

Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation

C01|SEIU|Local 105

Job Level

Entry Level

Department

Franklin Medical Offices - Med Rcds-Radiology/Xray - 1608

Pay Range

$38.44 - $50.19 / hour

Travel

Yes, 100 % of the Time

Work Setting

Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.