Radiology Technologist Limited or Full Scope

Intermountain Healthcare Inc.; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermountain Health in Denver is seeking a Radiology Technologist to perform imaging exams within the scope of a Limited Scope Radiographer license. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate image capture, and effective communication with clinical teams.

This full-time position supports the Orthopedics Clinic, located on the 4th Floor Saint Joseph, with a Monday–Friday 8am–5pm schedule. Intermountain Health offers career development opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Limited Scope Licensure as a Practical Radiologic Technologist/Limited Scope Operator in state of practice or ARRT Board Registry Eligible per state requirements.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Competency in at least one of the following areas: Chest, Extremities, Spine, Skull, Podiatry, Bone Densitometry (DEXA).

Responsibilities

• Identifies patient and verifies orders; prepares patient for exam.
• Explains procedures to patient and family to ease anxiety.
• Performs radiologic exams to produce quality images while ensuring safety.
• Adheres to protocols and radiation protection guidelines.
• Maintains documentation with time stamps and image storage.
• Coordinates patient care and communicates with other providers.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Image evaluation

Equipment operation

Contrast protocols

Emergency response

Independent work

Teamwork

Effective communication

Electronic imaging

Task prioritization

Clean environment

Education

ARRT(R) certification

Radiologic technologist license (state)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Description

Performs imaging exams for which the employee meets the Core Exam Specifications and as allowed by their Limited Scope Radiographer license. Employee must demonstrate competency in these areas through successful completion of skills test/competency review.

Posting Specifics:

• Shift Details: Full-time (40 Hours), Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Unit/Location: Orthopedics Clinic, 4th Floor Saint Joseph
• Location: Denver Sports Medicine Clinic
• Work City: Denver
• Work State: Colorado

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?

As a Radiology Technologist at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care. At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

Essential Functions

• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Is sensitive to the patients' needs throughout the procedure.
• Sufficiently explains to the patient and family the procedure about to be performed in order to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety.
• Addresses any patient concerns.
• Performs radiologic exams that produce quality images and ensures patient and staff safety.
• Accomplishes this by following proper protocols, correct patient positioning, appropriate and effective use of equipment, and adherence to radiation protection and guidelines
• Recognizes emergent patient situations and responds quickly and appropriately.
• Thoroughly and accurately completes all required documentation, including time stamps and image storage.
• Coordinates patient care and communicate pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.
• Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff.
• Ensures that supplies and equipment are stored in an organized and efficient manner.
• Pursues individual education and career development opportunities, emphasizing those for new procedures and equipment.

Skills

• Anatomy knowledge
• Image evaluation
• Equipment operation
• Contrast protocols
• Emergency response
• Independent work
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Electronic imaging
• Task prioritization
• Clean environment

Minimum Qualifications (Limited Scope)

• Limited Scope Licensure as a Practical Radiologic Technologist/Limited Scope Operator in state of practice or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Board Registry Eligible per state requirements.
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Competency in at least one of the following areas: Chest, Extremities, Spine, Skull, Podiatry, Bone Densitometry (DEXA).

Preferred Qualifications (Limited Scope)

• One year of experience in an ambulatory outpatient clinic environment

Minimum Qualifications (Radiology Technologist I)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(R) certification
• Radiologic technologist license in state of practice (if applicable)
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• May be required to complete the Medical Assistant (MA) Competency Checklist and perform the function of an MA in a clinic or InstaCare setting.

Preferred Qualifications (Radiology Technologist I)

• 1-2 years radiology experience IV competency preferred

Minimum Qualifications (Radiology Technologist II)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)(R) certification
• Radiologic technologist license in state of practice (if applicable)
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• IV competency preferred

Preferred Qualifications (Radiology Technologist II)

• Previous leadership experience 3-5 years demonstrated experience as a Radiology Technologist.

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc. Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items. Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.). May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $20.88 - $31.09

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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Headquartered in Utah with locations in six primary states and additional operations across the western U.S., Intermountain Health is a nonprofit system of 34 hospitals, 400+ clinics, a medical group of more than 4,800 employed physicians and advanced care providers, a health plan division called Select Health with more than one million members, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

Intermountain Health's PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more.

The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. All positions subject to close without notice. Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!