Radiography Technologist

Description

• Location:
  
  UCHealth UCHlth Yampa Valley Med Center, Steamboat Springs, CO
• Department: YVMC Radiology
• Work Schedule:
  
  Full Time, 80 hours per pay period (2 weeks)
• Shift: Days
• Pay: $28.38 – $39.74 per hour, dependent on experience

Qualified candidates may be considered for relocation assistance of up to $20,000.

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Performs various imaging procedures in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

• Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re-positioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters and transmits images. May work with Radiology students.

• Reviews patient history, initiates Computed Tomography images based on physician order and prioritizes procedural patient education to ensure mutual understanding and cooperation.
• Safely administers contrast media or associated imaging medications while monitoring patient condition.
• Responds and reports changes in patient condition as appropriate.
• Implements techniques to yield clarity in image, quality control and equipment functionality based on established best practices in Radiology (AART).
• May perform 3-D post processing while entering, transmitting and reporting scan results.

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Radiologic Technologist (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R). Specialty ARRT certification(s) if required for position. State licensure if required by law.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

• Onsite Childcare:
  Our Grand Kids Child Care Center offers exceptional care for children aged 8 weeks to 5 years. Nationally recognized for its innovative intergenerational program since 1981.
• Long Term Employee Housing:
  Our Creek’s End development is just over a mile from the hospital campus.
• Relocation Support Program:
  Comprehensive support, including moving, travel costs, temporary housing and other needs.
• Stay and Play:
  Option for essential clinical staff to access YVMC-based housing or lodging during assigned work shifts or series.

• Winter Adventures:
  Employee Ski Pass Program with complimentary access to Steamboat Ski Resort.
• Discounted rates at Steamboat Ski Touring Center and Haymaker cross-country ski areas.
• Summer Fun:
  Mountain Adventure Pass for complimentary gondola access. Rodeo Pass for complimentary tickets to Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions.
• Time off: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (incl. Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment coverage with buy-up options.
• Short-term and long-term disability with buy-up coverage options.
• Wellness benefits.
• Voluntary benefits such as flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Education benefits: eligibility for 100% tuition for specific degrees; up to $5,250 pre-paid or reimbursed annually for other programs.
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