Multi Modality Technologist I

Job ID 68329 Location Broomfield Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular 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: North Campus Diagnostic Rad Hours per week: 36, eligible for benefits Shift: Three 12 hour shifts: 630p-7a, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday; Candidate will be part of a rotating holiday schedule. Job Overview The Multi-Modality Technician I performs high quality pediatric diagnostic imaging procedures in multiple modalities. This position provides conscientious patient care while adhering to all quality and safety standards as defined by the organization.  Performs administrative duties such as scheduling appointments, disseminating patient instructions, and maintenance of records. Communicates with patients, families, and all hospital and community caregivers using various forms of communication.  This position is expected to maintain flexibility around shift scheduling, location, call requirements, over-time and weekend assignments to align with organizational need and may be required to work on-call shifts depending on assigned location.  Responsibilities POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - <30 days Infancy - >30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - >18yrs to 65yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An 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. Performs high quality images while accurately demonstrating anatomy and pathology through proper diagnostic scanning. Facilitates patient flow on a daily basis which includes management of STAT/Urgent and high priority patients. 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. Safely operates all imaging equipment and provides staff training on all imaging equipment, including ancillary equipment. Utilizes and teaches principles of As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) and ensures proper radiation safety practices. Demonstrates and maintains advanced competency in all aspects of Radiology Information System (RIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) as it pertains to modality specific functions and use. Maintains advanced competency in CT Physics and dose reduction techniques. Demonstrates initial and annual competency in IV placement and securement, vascular access devices and extravasation handling. In the event of an emergency will act as first responder and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) until help arrives. Verifies patient allergies and clinical indications prior to contrast administration.  Safely administers contrast using the five rights. Ensures contrast is appropriately ordered and documented in patients’ medical record. Assists Provider with procedures as necessary (Maintaining technologist Scope of Practice). Follows established procedural guidelines; documents appropriate information as required; practices aseptic/sterile technique and standard precautions when necessary. Follows department policies, procedures and protocols.  Raises or addresses concerns regarding non-compliance or patient/staff safety. Participates in protocol assessment and creation and in competency assessments. Teaches, trains and/or mentors new employees, students and other healthcare professionals according to standard operating procedures. Maintains competency and registry in two or more Radiology disciplines.  Works 20% of scheduled shifts in secondary disciplines. Communicates effectively in both verbal and written forms with patients, families, all hospital and community caregivers, peers and leaders.  Other Information SCOPE & 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. Qualifications Education: Graduate from Radiography program Experience: Three (3) years of imaging experience ¿Certification(s)/Licensure(s): American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Radiologic Technologist ARRT(R); and any one (1) of the following advanced modalities; American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: Registered Computed Tomography Technologist ARRT(CT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board: NMTCB (CT) Registered Magnetic Resonance Technologist ARRT(MR) Registered Vascular Interventional Radiography (VI) or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CI) Registered Bone Densitometry (BD) American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider 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 Equal 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 Information Annual Salary Range (Based on 40 hours worked per week): $67,176.54 to $100,764.81 Hourly Salary Range: $32.30 to $48.44 Benefits Information 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, 403b employer match (retirement savings), and a robust wellness program.

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