Radiology Technologist

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

PTO & Holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Education stipend

Retirement plan

Weekday schedule

Job summary

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado is seeking a Radiology Technician to provide radiology services in a fast-paced orthopedic setting, with emphasis on patient care and safety. The role requires independent work, strong communication, and teamwork with medical staff.

Responsibilities include performing x-ray exams, operating processing equipment, and ensuring images meet quality standards while adhering to ALARA principles.

Qualifications

• Completed an approved course of study in Radiologic Technology.
• R.T. (R) registration in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Ability to work with a diverse orthopedic patient population.
• Experience with electronic medical records and PACS.
• Works independently and as part of a healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Perform x-ray examinations, confirm orders, prepare patients, and obtain pregnancy information.
• Operate processing equipment, review images, and submit to providers within prescribed timeframes.
• Perform routine radiographic exams with ALARA safety practices.
• Assist in downtime tasks, maintain imaging records in PACS, and prepare CDs upon request.

Skills

R.T. (R) registration

Radiologic Technology

PACS experience

EMR familiarity

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

Approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN POSITION OVERVIEW:

Radiologic Technologist will provide radiology services while providing exceptional care to patients in a busy, high-paced orthopedic setting. Applicants must have strong patient care and communication skills. Must be independent, self-starting, and highly motivated. Excellent teamwork is required.

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform x-ray examinations on patients; confirm the appropriate exam has been ordered; prepare patients for x-ray; obtain risk of pregnancy information from female patients; determine appropriate exposure factors on x-ray equipment.
• Operate processing equipment; review images for accuracy; submit images to providers for review; complete procedures while maintaining quality of work within an established time frame.
• Perform routine radiographic examinations while practicing radiation safety (ALARA) procedures.
• Assist in duties during down time, such as maintaining imaging medical records into PACs system; preparing x-ray CD’s upon patient request.

PAY & BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous PTO package and paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Ability to purchase accident insurance, short and long-term disability insurance.
• Opportunities for internal training and development
• Annual stipend for continuing education in certain positions
• Retirement Plan eligibility for employee contributions after one month of service
• Retirement Plan eligibility for employer contributions after one year of service
• Positions are Monday – Friday work schedules

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• Completion of an approved course of study in Radiologic Technology.
• R.T. (R) registration in Diagnostic Radiography.
• Ability to work with a diversity of patients in orthopedics.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently and as a member of a healthcare team.
• Experience working with electronic medical record systems and picture archiving and communications systems (PACS).

RADIOLOGY TECHNICIAN WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typical business office environment
• Possibility of local travel
• Constant viewing of computer monitor, mousing and typing
• Frequent standing, walking and sitting
• Frequent stooping, lifting, carrying and pushing/pulling 10 pounds or more
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to or over 50 pounds
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Hours of business are Monday – Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. 8 hour shifts. Must be able to work early, late and long hours, as needed, to meet the essential functions of the job