Radiology Tech

Intermountain Health; Wheat Ridge (CO); On-site; USD 40,542 - 62,529; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado seeks a Registered Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging under physician direction. The role supports ED and nursing units with portable x-ray procedures and image processing for radiologists.

The position is full-time with weekend shifts (Fri-Sun, 5am-5:30pm) in a hospital environment, focusing on teamwork and equipment maintenance. Requires ARRT, state license, and BLS.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an approved radiological training program and ARRT registry eligibility or certification.
• Current state license/certification.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Produce x-ray images of specified body areas as directed by the physician or radiologist.
• Position and instruct patients regarding x-ray procedures for optimal images.
• Perform x-ray procedures using portable equipment in ED and nursing units.
• Process films for radiologists' interpretation following established procedures.
• Communicate with patients, families, healthcare team members, and physicians in person or by phone.
• Maintain x-ray equipment and arrange preventative maintenance; contact outside service as needed.

Skills

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARRT certification/registry

State license

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description

The Registered Radiology Technologist performs medical imaging examinations under the direction of a physician.

Posting Specifics

Shift Details: Full-time (36 Hours), Weekend Shift, Friday - Sunday 5am-5:30pm

Unit/Location: Lutheran Hospital

Additional Details: Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Role

• Produce x-ray images of specified body areas as directed by the physician or radiologist ensuring clear and undistorted films. Position and instruct patients regarding x-ray procedures.
• Perform x-ray procedures using portable machine as requested by Emergency Department and nursing units.
• Process films for radiologists reading/interpretation following established procedures.
• Communicate with patients, families, healthcare team members, and physicians both in-person and via telephone.
• Maintain x-ray and other equipment in efficient operating order; ensure preventative maintenance is performed on a regularly scheduled basis; contact outside service for major malfunctions according to established guidelines.
• Promote effective working relations and work effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intra‑departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of an approved radiological training program and the ability to meet the requirements for registry by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Current license/certification in the state of practice
• Current BLS certification endorsed by the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one (1) year of diagnostic radiology experience

Physical Requirements

• Carrying
• Climbing
• Crawling
• Hearing/Listening
• Lifting
• Manual Dexterity
• Pulling/Pushing
• Seeing
• Speaking
• Squatting/Kneeling
• Standing
• Walking

Location: Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital, Wheat Ridge, Colorado.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$29.43 - $45.39

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