Radiology Technologist
Orthopedic Centers Of Colorado
- Location
- Onsite (Colorado Springs, CO)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the Role
Orthopedic Centers of Colorado is seeking a Radiology Technologist to provide high-quality imaging services in a busy orthopedic setting. The role focuses on patient care, radiation safety, and maintaining accurate medical records within a collaborative healthcare team.
Skills
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- 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