Vail Health Hospital·Vail, Colorado
Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations and assist radiologists with fluoroscopic procedures while ensuring image quality and patient safety. Maintain collaborative communication with the healthcare team and adhere to department policies and radiation protection standards.
Vail Health has become the world’s most advanced mountain healthcare system. Vail Health consists of an updated 520,000-square-foot, 56-bed hospital. This state-of-the-art facility provides exceptional care to all of our patients, with the most beautiful views in the area, located centrally in Vail. Learn more about Vail Health here [https://www.vailhealth.org/about].
Performs diagnostic examinations, ensures image quality, patient safety, radiation safety, and patient and physician satisfaction.
WHAT
YOU
WILL DO: 1. Performs all radiographic examinations according to Vail Health Protocols. 2. Assists Radiologist with all fluoroscopic procedures. 3. Operates large C-arm and O-arm under the direction of the surgeon. 4. Identifies each patient and reviews exam order for consistency of examination ordered with clinical diagnosis. Reviews consistency of all demographic information including physician’s name and signature, patient’s name, and date. 5. Maintains constructive collaborative communication with patients, families, physicians, co-workers, and other members of health care team to contribute to continuity of care. 6. Maintains established department policies and procedures, objectives, confidentiality, quality assurance, safety, environmental standards, radiation protection standards, infection control standards, and universal precautions. 7. Maintains working knowledge and use of the Vail Health HIS and PACS computer systems to ensure quality patient documentation. 8. Monitor supply inventory and notify appropriate staff for ordering when stock is low. Keep exam and dressing rooms stocked and neat. 9. Role models the principles of a Just Culture. 10. Performs other duties as assigned. Must be HIPAA compliant.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain within 90 days, the computers skills necessary to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.
Must have working knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English.
• Completion of all educational and clinical requirements to qualify for ARRT examination.
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Pay is based upon relevant education and experience per hour.
$34.05—$47 USD
Requires ARRT certification and BLS certification, with one year of radiology experience preferred. Must have completed the educational and clinical requirements to qualify for the ARRT examination.
Market context
In Colorado, radiology tech openings are commonly tied to hospitals, outpatient imaging centers, and other facilities that need dependable diagnostic support. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for ARRT registration, current BLS certification, and experience that can support student instruction or broader clinical coverage. Review the posted shift, modality, and supervision expectations carefully, and confirm that the AI-summarized requirements and benefits reflect the original job description so you can save time on research.
