Job Information
Children's Hospital Colorado Lead Radiology Technologist in Aurora, Colorado
Job ID72121
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.
Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years.
Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day.
We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatric hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties.
Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat.
That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through our doors.
A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
Performs high quality pediatric diagnostic radiographic procedures. They will provide conscientious patient care while adhering to all quality and safety standards as defined by the organization. Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and all hospital and community caregivers.
Responsible for evaluating and monitoring the quality of all diagnostic radiographic procedures and provides day-to-day direction to other radiologic technologists and students in all aspects of care and imaging to expedite patient flow through the Radiology department.
This position is eligible for relocation assistance, if relocating from 100 miles or greater.
Starting base pay rate at $32.33/hr. plus, based on years of experience
Additional Information
Department: Radiology Diagnostic
Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits
Shift: Evening (4-10's). Tuesday - Friday, 1:00-11:30pm. Holidays as they fall within your schedule, no weekends except for possible call shifts.
*This position is eligible for an evening differential.
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Graduate from an accredited radiography program
EXPERIENCE - Two years of diagnostic radiographic experience.
CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS and ARRT Registered Technologist
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE
Provides patient care to all of these age groups:
Neonate- 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
Oversees radiographic images and monitors quality for all diagnostic radiographic procedures.
Facilitates patient flow on a daily basis.
Independently performs high quality radiographic images while accurately demonstrating anatomy and pathology through proper diagnostic scanning
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.
Demonstrates and utilizes principles of A ARA in radiation safety management
Demonstrates competency in all aspects of RIS and PACs as it pertains to modality specific functions and use.
Manages patient priority and act as first responder when needed
Follows department policies, procedures and protocol.
Oversees radiographic images and monitors quality for all diagnostic radiographic procedures.
Facilitates patient flow on a daily basis.
Responsible for the coordination and/or oversight of projects and initiatives as defined by leadership.
Directs the technologist in their daily work and assists with technologist scheduling.
Oversees student and new hire training in the radiology department and communicates with the school and/or supervisor as required.
Other Information
SCOPE AND LEVEL
Guidelines: Fully qualified, full performance or journey level. Guidelines are generally but not always clearly applicable, requiring the employee to exercise judgment in selecting the most pertinent guideline, interpret precedents, adapt standard practices to differing situations, and recommend alternative actions in situations without precedent.
Complexity: Duties assigned are generally complex and may be of substantial intricacy. Work assignment is performed within an established framework under general instructions but requires simultaneous coordination of assigned functions or projects in various stages of completion.
Decision Making: Exercises judgment and discretion, and is responsible for determining the time, place and sequence of the work performed
Communications: Contacts with team members, clients or the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged, defended, and gathered and discretion and judgment are required within the parameters of the job function.
Supervision Received: Performs work with minimal supervisory oversight. Under general supervision, the employee receives assignments and is expected to carry them through to completion with substantial independence. Work is reviewed for adherence to instructions, accuracy, completeness, and conformance to standard practice or precedent. Recurring work clearly covered by guidelines may or may not be reviewed.
Physical Requirements
Ability to Perform Essential Functions of the Job
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
Salary InformationAnnual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $62,490.07 to $93,735.10
Hourly Salary Range: $30.04 to $45.06
Benefits Information
Here, you matter. 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 time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and