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Radiology Technologist

Orthopedic Centers Of Colorado

Location
Onsite (Colorado Springs, CO)
Employment
Full-time
Level
Entry Level
Posted 2 days ago

About the role

Orthopedic Centers of Colorado is a group of sports medicine and orthopedic physicians providing comprehensive care across the Front Range. The Radiology Technologist role involves performing x-ray examinations and maintaining imaging records in a busy orthopedic setting.

Skills

Radiologic technology X-ray examinations Patient care Radiation safety ALARA procedures PACS Electronic medical records Communication skills Teamwork Orthopedic imaging Image processing Diagnostic radiography

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Retirement plan

Perks

  • Continuing education stipend

Full job details

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