CDOC; DPTII Radiology Technician Denver

Colorado Department of Corrections Mission

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• Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;
• Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;
• Medical and dental health plans;
• Short and long term disability coverage;
• Paid life insurance;
• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;
• Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more;
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This position is open to Colorado state residents only.

Denver Complex, Denver, CO. This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location.

This full‑time position is responsible for producing high quality diagnostic radiographs for offenders housed at the Denver Complex. Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Evaluate radiological orders to determine positioning, test procedure needed and protective measures necessary for diagnostic testing;
• Operate X‑ray machines, fixed and portable, according to established guidelines;
• Produce high quality radiographs that assist medical personnel in diagnosing disease processes;
• Evaluate finished product and equipment according to quality control standards;
• Schedule radiological testing necessary to meet needs of offenders and/or test required;
• Monitor system for logging all diagnostic tests performed according to offender name, number, location and test;
• Prepare digital images for review by radiologist, including preparation of electronic information;
• Scan dictation into electronic health record;
• Cleans radiology equipment and provide a sanitary environment for each exam;
• Complete all related paperwork, bookkeeping and requisitions accurately and in a timely manner;
• Obtain and log necessary quality control measures;
• Travel to other facilities within the state as requested;
• Attend training programs as assigned, including one‑day self‑defense refresher course.

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as a Radiologic Technologist in Radiography. Provide a copy of your ARRT credentials.
• Associate's degree from an accredited institution in Radiologic Technology or a closely related field. Provide a copy of your transcripts that contain the name of the accredited institution, type of degree received, date the degree was awarded and your name.
• At least one year of professional experience as a Radiology Technologist.

Clinical experience in the medical field can substitute for the degree requirement on a year‑for‑year basis; the ARRT certification is still required.

• Self‑control, a strong sense of ability to work in stressful, potentially violent situations;
• Ability to remain alert, emotionally stable, and mentally resilient under pressure and observant throughout the shift;
• Tolerance to stress, confinement, and high‑stakes interaction;
• Provide direct patient care to offenders in a correctional setting;
• Operate radiological equipment and perform all examinations;
• Read and comprehend the English language;
• Communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;
• Create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind;
• Computer proficiency;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team;
• Knowledge of various types of X‑ray equipment;
• Work independently and as part of a team;
• Meet work schedule and be flexible with schedule;
• Analyze data and solve problems independently;
• Maintain required credentials as applicable to this…