Radiology Tech

CommonSpirit Health; Pueblo (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary-Corwin in Pueblo, Colorado, is seeking a Radiology Tech to provide high-quality imaging and patient care in the medical imaging department. You will operate imaging equipment, ensure patient comfort, and follow safety protocols while serving as a resource for students and staff.

The role requires ARRT radiology certification, BLS, and a minimum of one year post-certification experience. Kanas LRT eligibility may apply; prefer additional degrees and bone density certification as

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Knowledgeable in Diagnostic Imaging including Surgery and Trauma.
• One year post-certification experience required to evaluate or instruct student radiographers.
• Registered Technologist, Radiology R.T. (R) (ARRT).
• Current Basic Life Support from American Heart Association.
• Kansas LRT (applicable entities).

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures, ensuring safety for all individuals and practicing ALARA radiation safety.
• Produces quality images accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Prepares patients, provides procedure information, responds to needs, and assists with patient positioning.
• Observes patient and equipment during procedures, reporting unusual occurrences and documenting conditions.
• Facilitates smooth patient flow, scheduling, and optimal use of equipment and resources.
• Correctly inputs charges, required data, and completes necessary hospital/medical imaging paperwork for each exam.

Skills

Radiology patient care

ALARA safety

Communication

Team coordination

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

ARRT(R) Radiology

BLS Certification

Bone Density Certification

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Radiology Tech, you will provide quality patient care within the medical imaging department, performing high-quality images and exams with sensitivity to patient needs, and upholding safe radiation practices.

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our Radiology Tech, you will provide quality patient care within the medical imaging department, performing high-quality images and exams with sensitivity to patient needs, and upholding safe radiation practices.

Every day you will operate imaging equipment, maintain patient comfort, follow all safety protocols, and act as a clinical resource and role model for students, staff technologists, and other hospital personnel, ensuring current standards of practice for the unit.

To be successful in this role, you will possess strong technical skills in radiology, meticulous attention to radiation safety, and excellent patient care and communication abilities.

• Performs diagnostic radiology procedures, ensuring safety for all individuals and practicing ALARA radiation safety.
• Produces quality images accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Prepares patients, provides procedure information, responds to needs, and assists with patient positioning.
• Observes patient and equipment during procedures, reporting unusual occurrences and documenting conditions.
• Facilitates smooth patient flow, scheduling, and optimal use of equipment and resources.
• Correctly inputs charges, required data, and completes necessary hospital/medical imaging paperwork for each exam.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of Diagnostic Imaging to include Surgery and Trauma.
• One (1) year post certification experience required to evaluate and/or instruct student radiographers.
• Registered Technologist, Radiology R.T. (R) (ARRT)
• Current Basic Life Support from American Heart Association
• Kansas LRT (applicable entities)

Preferred

• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Previous Radiologic Technologist experience.
• Bone Density certification within six (6) months of hire, if applicable to entity

Where You'll Work

For more than 135 years, St. Mary-Corwin has cared for the people of Pueblo and the surrounding southern Colorado communities. Driven by a commitment to Pueblo and our healing ministry, St. Mary- Corwin is focused on its core areas of clinical strength: cancer care and orthopedic services. This concentration enables St. Mary-Corwin to serve the southern Colorado region with high quality, high value care for generations to come. Residents of Pueblo enjoy a moderate cost of living within this modern, mid-sized community while experiencing everything great about life in Colorado, including world- class nearby outdoor recreation, thriving local arts and culture, numerous parks, festivals and much more.

Pay Range

$27.43 - $45.26 /hour