Outpatient CT Imaging Technologist ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)
Company: National Jewish Health
Location: Denver
Posted on: May 7, 2024
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Job Description:
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus!
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National Jewish Health is seeking a full-time CT Imaging
Technologist to join our outpatient imaging team! This position
will have a high level impact in the diagnosis and treatment of a
range of common and unusual respiratory, cardiac, immune, and
related disorders. You will perform a variety of CT, bone
densitometry, radiographic, and fluoroscopic studies, with the
majority of your time in CT. Our team of technologists work across
modalities to maintain a full skill-set, while maintaining a
primary focus on CT to include cardiac and research imaging.
State of the Art Equipment! We have recently acquired the Siemens
Naeotom Alpha Photon Counting CT (PCCT), opening a new era in CT
technology. PCCT brings spectral imaging to the next level,
significantly improves spatial resolution and reduces image noise,
all while reducing patient dose. Be among the first in the country
to use this new technology!
Join our Cardiac Imaging Team! For more than 15 years, our cardiac
CT program has provided outstanding CCTA imaging for our patients.
With the addition of PCCT and multiple AI-based image processing
systems (FFR and coronary artery plaque analysis), we will continue
to be industry leaders in CCTA. We welcome and support both
experienced and early career professionals in developing and fully
utilizing your CCTA skills.
Great Perk! This position works days, Monday - Friday with no
weekends or holidays. On Call rotates through the CT team, with
infrequent call backs.
Why National Jewish Health? Non-sectarian National Jewish Health is
the leading respiratory hospital in the nation. We are known
worldwide for the treatment of patients with respiratory, cardiac,
immune and related disorders, and for groundbreaking medical
research.
If you believe in working for an organization where Breathing
Science is Life, we invite you to join our team!
Position Summary
Performs quality diagnostic CT scans, radiologic, fluoroscopy, and
bone density procedures in accordance with standards set by the
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and the
American Society for Radiologist Technologists (ASRT). This
position works within the interdisciplinary team to provide safe
and personalized care for patients.
Essential Duties
Performs high quality CT scan procedures to support accurate
diagnosis while maintaining high quality patient care.
Performs IV injections for CT scan procedures.
Performs diagnostic X-ray and bone density procedures providing
high quality images to assist the Radiologist in accurate
diagnosis.
Performs all fluoroscopic procedures proficiently while working in
coordination with Radiologists, Radiologists Practitioner
Assistants (RPA's), Speech Therapists, and other qualified
physicians as required.
Maintains safe radiation safety practices during all imaging
procedures using ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable)
principles.
Uses hospital information systems proficiently including but not
limited to; EMR, scheduling, RIS and PACS software
applications.
Other Duties
Performs as back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as
necessary.
Competencies
Accountability: Accepts full responsibility for self and
contribution as a team member; displays honesty and truthfulness;
confronts problems quickly; displays a strong commitment to
organizational success and inspires others to commit to goals;
demonstrates a commitment to National Jewish Health.
Attention to Detail: Accomplishing tasks by considering all areas
involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of
the job; accurately checking processes and tasks; being watchful
over a period of time. Setting high standards of performance for
self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for
successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing
standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Peer Relationships: Interacts with others in a constructive,
positive, and respectful manner, regardless of individual
differences. Assists team members or co-workers in achieving
personal goals and completing assignments.
Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking
responsibility for a patient's safety, satisfaction, and clinical
outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve
difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence.
Professional Development or Continuous Learning and Development:
Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and
taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained
knowledge and skill to enhance their contribution to the
organization.
Supervisory or Managerial Responsibility
None
Travel
None
Core Values
Be available to work as scheduled and report to work on time.
Be willing to accept supervision and work well with others.
Be well groomed, appropriately for your role and wear ID Badge
visibly.
Be in compliance with all departmental and institutional policies,
the Employee Handbook, Code of Conduct and completes NetLearning by
due date annually.
Fosters an inclusive workplace where diversity and individual
differences are valued and leveraged to achieve the vision and
mission of the institution.
Adheres to safe working practices and at all times follows all
institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures.
Wears appropriate PPE as outlined by the infection control policies
and procedures.
Demonstrates compliance with all state, federal and all other
regulatory agency requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Successful completion of an approved JRCERT (Joint
Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology) program
required. Associate's Degree preferred.
Work Experience: One (1) year experience as a CT Technologist and
Radiologic Technologist preferred.
Special Training, Certification or Licensure: Current R.T. (R) (CT)
certification with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology
(ARRT) required. Current CPR/BLS Healthcare Provider certification
required. If the ARRT certification was obtained prior to 2000
under special eligibility provision, graduation from an accredited
program is not required.
Salary Range: $36.00 - $48.62
Benefits
At National Jewish Health, we recognize that our outstanding
faculty and staff are the essence of our organization. For every
aspect of health care, our employees are our greatest asset.
With that in mind, we have designed a valuable, comprehensive
benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their
families.
Medical Plans, Dental Plans and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan
FSA and HSA
Short and Long Term Disability
Life Insurance and AD&D
Voluntary Benefits, like Accident Insurance, Critical Care and
Hospital Indemnity
Paid Time Off Accruals
Wellness Program
Legal Plan
Location: National Jewish Health Imaging
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
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