CT XR Technologist Traveler

Job overview

The CT XR Technologist Traveler is an onsite role based in Peyton, CO. Compensation is not specified beyond the base pay of $36.00 per hour plus a travel package/stipend, supporting the UCHlth Rad CAT Scan department at UCHealth. This role exists to provide high-quality computed tomography and diagnostic imaging services. The technologist ensures patient safety, performs quality control on equipment, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional patient care.

What you'll do

• Reviews patient history, physician's orders and does scheduling.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including re-positioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

weekend nights

peyton co

uchealth

ct technologist

traveler

radiology

patient care

imaging

healthcare

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• 403(b) plan with employer matching
• LinkedIn Learning access
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness assistance.

Why this role

LOCAL Traveler contract options available for those who reside within 75 miles; 13 week assignments available.

About the employer

UCHealth is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.