Prn Radiologic Technologist I South Campus

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Location Aurora, Colorado
Full/Part Time Part-Time
Regular/Temporary Regular
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Job Overview

Radiology Technologists are a critical part of performing high quality pediatric diagnostic imaging and conscientious patient care at Children's Hospital Colorado. This role leverages advanced imaging technology to facilitate the diagnosis and exceptional treatment to our patients, creating a brighter future for children at one of the nation's top children's hospitals.
Their proficiency is pivotal in achieving precise medical assessments and upholding patient well-being.
If you've got tech skills, attention to detail, and communication chops, we'd love for you to join our team and make a difference in patient care!

Radiology Technologists perform high quality pediatric diagnostic imaging procedures.
Provides conscientious patient care while adhering to all quality and safety standards defined by the organization.
Performs administrative duties including but not limited to scheduling appointments, patient instructions, and maintenance of records.
This position is responsible for communicating regularly with patients, families, and all hospital and community caregivers while following department expectations for interactions with patients and families.
This position is required to be on call depending on the position's location.

Additional Information

Department: Radiology Diagnostic
Hours per week: PRN (as needed)
Shift: Varied shifts which may include days/evenings/nights.
This position may also include weekends and holidays as determined by the needs of the department.

Salary Range: $27.81 to $37 (hour) or $57,844 to $76,960 (annual) *Based on hours worked per week and years of experience.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited Radiology program CERTIFICATION(S): American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R) American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider
Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Provides patient care to all of these age groups:
Neonate- Infancy- > 30 days to 1 yr Toddlers- > 1 yr to 3 yrs Pre-schoolers- > 3 yrs to 5 yrs School age-> 5yrs to 13 yrs Adolescent- >13 yrs to 18 yrs Adult- >18 yrs to 65 yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions.
These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Produces high quality radiographic images, both fixed and portable, while accurately demonstrating anatomy and pathology.
Facilitates patient flow daily; to include management of STAT/urgent and high priority patients.
Provides age-appropriate care and appropriately prepares patients for procedures.
Provides clear and detailed information regarding the procedure and care to patients, families, coworkers, and others.
Operates all Diagnostic imaging equipment; to include ancillary equipment following safety procedures and protocols.
Utilizes principles of ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) and ensures proper radiation safety practices.
Maintains required competency in dose reduction techniques and the Image Gently Campaign.
Demonstrates and maintains competency and ability to use all aspects of Radiology Information System (RIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) as it pertains to modality specific functions and use.
In the event of an emergency will act as first responder and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) until help arrives.
Verifies patient allergies and clinical indications prior to contrast administration.
Safely administers contrast using the five rights.
Ensures contrast is appropriately ordered and documented in patients' medical record.
Assists Provider with procedures as necessary (Maintaining technologist Scope of Practice).
Follows established procedural guidelines; documents appropriate information as required; practices aseptic/sterile technique and standard precautions when necessary.
Follows department policies, procedures and protocols.
Raises or addresses concerns regarding non-compliance or patient/staff safety.
Follows established quality assurance/control (QA/QC) and safety programs to include The Joint Commission, American College of Radiology (ACR), and the State of Colorado.
Promptly reports equipment malfunctions or errors and contacts respective service engineer or Biomed for repair.
Communicates clearly and effectively in both verbal and written forms, following established department guidelines for customer service.
Maintains flexibility around shift scheduling, location, call requirements, over-time and weekend assignments to align with organizational need.

Other Information

SCOPE AND LEVEL Guidelines: Trains in the field and assists higher level personnel to acquire learning through practical experience.

Complexity: Performs routine and/or basic tasks common to the field.
Procedures, methods, and techniques to be used are well established with options to be considered well defined.
Tools, work aids, and materials to be used are specified.

Decision Making: Duties assigned are primarily routine, repetitive, and restricted in intricacy with little or no discretion in how they are carried out.

Communications: Contacts with team members, clients or the public where factual information relative to the organization or its functions are received, relayed, or a service rendered according to established procedures or instructions.

Supervision Received: Under close supervision, the employee receives training to develop skills and abilities in a specific line of work or general occupational area.
Work product is subject to close, continuous inspection.

Physical Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Audio Visual: Color discrimination: good Audio Visual: Far Vision : good Audio Visual : Near Vision : good Audio Visual : Hearing: good General Activity: Sit : 1-2 hours per day General Activity: Stand/Wall; 6-8 hours per day Motion: Bend: 1/3 or more of time Motion: Carry: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Lift: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Pull: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Push: Up to 1/3 of time Motion: Reach: Up to 1/3 of time Use of Hands/Feet: Both Hands - Precise Motor function (fine manipulation) Weight Lifted/Force Exerted: Up to 10 pounds: Up to 1/3 of time WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure: exposure to radiation: Frequent Exposure: exposure to blood/body fluids: Frequent Exposure: exposure to infectious disease: Frequent Exposure: Exposure to skin irritants: Occasional Exposure: exposure to chemicals: Occasional Mental and Emotional Requirements: Independent discretion/decision making Mental and Emotional Requirements: Makes decisions under pressure Mental and Emotional Requirements: Manages stress appropriately Mental and Emotions Requirements: Works with other effectively
Equal Employment Opportunity

It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information.

The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

Salary Information
Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $51,410.74 to $77,116.10
Hourly Salary Range: $24.72 to $37.08

Benefits Information
As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid sick leave and a robust wellness program.



As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance.
If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.



Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.