CT Technologist

Company: Children's Hospital Colorado
Location: Aurora
Posted on: January 16, 2022

Job Description:

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, 12 specialty care centers, 400+ outreach clinics and 7,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties.We need your expertise.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. Do you have what it takes?Additional Information
Department: CT Scan
Hours per week: 36, eligible for benefits
Shift: evenings 7p-7am 3 shifts per weekJob Overview
Performs high quality pediatric diagnostic imaging procedures using a CT scanning device; provides conscientious patient care while adhering to all quality and safety standards; and performs administrative duties (such as scheduling appointments, patient instructions, and maintenance of records). Required to be on call depending on location.Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE

• Neonate-
• Infancy- > 30 days to 1 yr.
• Toddlers- > 1 yr. to 3 yrs.
• Pre-schoolers- > 3 yrs. to 5 yrs.
• School age-> 5 yrs. to 13 yrs.
• Adolescent- > 13 yrs. to 18 yrs.
• Adult- > 18 yrs. to 65 yrs.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform.
  • Independently produces high quality imaging 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 the ability to safely operate all CT equipment; and ancillary equipment as needed to include power injector.
  • Demonstrates and utilizes principles of ALARA in radiation safety management.
  • Demonstrates competency in all aspects of RIS and PACs as it pertains to modality specific functions and use.
  • Demonstrates competency in IV placement, securement, contrast administration and extravasation handling.
  • Manages patient priority and act as first responder when needed
  • Follows department policies, procedures and protocol.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: 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
    • 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.Qualifications
      • EDUCATION - Graduation from an accredited radiography program
      • EXPERIENCE - Minimum of 2 years radiography experience
      • CERTIFICATION(S) - BLS; ARRT registered in Radiography; CT certification from the ARRTPhysical 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 timeWORK 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 effectivelyEqual Employment Opportunity
            It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information.
            Salary InformationAnnual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $63,977.66 to $95,966.49
            Hourly Salary Range: $30.76 to $46.14
            Benefits InformationAs 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, 403b employer match (retirement savings), and a robust wellness program.

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