Radiology Technologist Intern

Job Summary

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Radiology Technologist Intern to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey.

About the Role

Under close supervision, the radiologist, performs general radiographic/fluoroscopic examinations at a technical level requiring indirect supervision by a technologist. Performs a variety of technical imaging procedures that entail application of ionizing radiation.

Essential Functions

• Performs high quality general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies by selecting specific software parameters that will produce a quality image for use by radiologists in their determination of a diagnosis.
• Operates, on a day-to-day basis, PACS applications to include: achieving activities; image auto-routing; and pre-fetching tasks; image quality assurance and other related activities.
• Ensures patient safety, comfort, and personal dignity by following appropriate patient care guidelines to include use of 2 patient identifiers. Transports patients to and from the Department of Radiology, as needed, to prevent patient flow delays.
• Prepares and assists in administering contrast agents and determines an potential allergies to ensure compliance with departmental practices.
• Uses Radiology Information System (RIS) system to input patient examination data and to place patient orders, when appropriate.
• Maintains imaging and processing equipment by performing scheduled cleanings and tests; maintains a clean and orderly working environment through wiping down examination tables, changing linens, stocking supplies, and washing/disinfecting general radiographic equipment.
• Attends and participates in departmental huddles, general intradepartmental meetings, and Radiology’s in services.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge in how to operate general radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment and related technology.
• Demonstrated competency in the performance of general radiographic/fluoroscopy imaging studies.
• Knowledge of how to address age-specific needs of patients.
• Effective interpersonal skill sets that lead to productive communications and collaborations.
• Competency in interpreting physician order requests for general radiographic/fluoroscopic imaging studies.
• Ability to exercise prudent judgment in selecting and configuring equipment settings to compensate for patient physiologic variances.
• Ability to consistently procedure quality images of various anatomical structures.

Shift

Days (United States of America)

Work Type

PRN/Intermittent

Social Security Replacement Retirement Plan

Denver Health offers a social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%. We also have on-site employee fitness center and wellness classes, community resource navigation support, childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare 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, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each 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).