CT Technologist

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Job Summary

Under the direction of a radiologist, the CT Technologist II performs CT examinations using established protocols, working independently in routine situations and exercising sound judgment to ensure safe and accurate imaging, moderate oversight is occasionally needed. This role requires broad technical knowledge, clinical competency, and adherence to radiation safety standards while performing a variety of CT procedures that may occasionally require interpretation or minor deviation from standard practice. The Level II technologist contributes to day-to-day workflow by recognizing issues, making minor adjustments to methods, and communicating information that may require explanation or clarification to patients, peers, or clinical partners. In addition to delivering consistent, high-quality patient care, the Level II technologist may assist with onboarding and guiding entry-level staff, supports departmental objectives, and seeks guidance from senior technologists for more complex situations to ensure optimal imaging outcomes and smooth departmental operations.

Essential Functions:

• In addition to all Level I essential functions Level II will include independently performing routine CT exams with consistent image quality, making minor adjustments to positioning, scan range, or reconstruction selections based on patient condition and clinical indication while still adhering to established protocols. (40%)
• Prepares and administers contrast media for patient examinations according to radiologists' direction. In addition to all Level I essential functions Level II will include advanced competency in contrast workflows with minimal supervision. This includes assessing IV sites, preparing and administering contrast media, and identifying routine contraindications independently. Will also be able to recognize when issues require escalation to a radiologist or senior technologist. (20%)
• Identifies and resolves routine order or workflow discrepancies. Reviews patient history and exam orders for accuracy and independently resolves routine discrepancies (such as laterality, missing pregnancy status, or incorrect exam sequencing) and escalates only when appropriate. (10%)
• Ensures patient safety, comfort, and personal dignity by following appropriate patient care guidelines to include use of 2 patient identifiers. Uses Radiology Information System (RIS) system to input patient examination data and to place patient orders, when appropriate. (10%)
• Provides guidance to Level I technologists and students on routine tasks. Assists with orienting new or junior staff by demonstrating standard CT procedures, safe contrast practices, and routine workflow expectations while serving as a resource for basic technical questions. (5%)
• Operates, on a day-to-day basis, PACS applications to include: archiving activities; image auto-routing; and pre-fetching tasks; image quality assurance and other related activities. (5%)
• Assists in the maintenance of department inventory by ordering, stocking, and performing inventory checks on those medical supplies utilized when performing CT examinations. (5%)
• Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests; results of all cleanings and tests are documented, as appropriate. Contacts service personnel and notifies supervisory staff of equipment malfunctions. (5%)

Education:

• Associate's Degree Required

Work Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of Medical Imaging experience. Required

Licenses:

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
• RTR-RT Radiography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required and
• RTCT-RT Computed Tomography - ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate CT equipment and related technology.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific care needs of patients.
• Demonstrated technical skill sets in the performance of CT studies.
• Demonstrable interpersonal skill sets that lead to effective communication and collaborations.
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for CT imaging studies.
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
• Ability to consistently produce quality images of various anatomical structures.

Shift

Work Type

Salary

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to 9.5%, and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.