Radiologic Technologist I — Growth Path & Onsite Role

UCHealth; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for an onsite, full-time position in the PVH Diagnostic Rad department. The role performs imaging procedures, prepares contrast/media, ensures safety, and educates patients.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technologist program, ARRT registration, and BLS certification. The position offers a structured career ladder and competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Specialty ARRT certification(s) if required for position.
• BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross with card in-hand before start date. BLS card must be good through sixty days of hire. All renewals must be issued by the American Heart Association.

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.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Skills

ARRT Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Accredited Radiologic Technologist program

Job description

UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital in Fort Collins, CO is seeking a Radiologic Technologist for an onsite, full-time position in the PVH Diagnostic Rad department. The role performs imaging procedures, prepares contrast/media, ensures safety, and educates patients.

Requirements include graduation from an accredited Radiologic Technologist program, ARRT registration, and BLS certification. The position offers a structured career ladder and competitive hourly pay.