Rad Tech *Winter Park, CO Clinic* at Denver Health

Job description

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Rad Tech *Winter Park, CO Clinic* to join our team! We're with you for life’s journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency Department Winter Park Medical Center Job Summary The Winter Park Radiography Technologist performs a broad range of diagnostic radiographic examinations independently under the direction of radiologists and attending physicians, using sound clinical judgment, advanced technical skills, and a strong commitment to patient safety, radiation protection, ALARA standards, and regulatory compliance. The role also provides day-to-day clinical and operational leadership within the radiography department by ensuring adherence to imaging protocols, maintaining image quality and patient care standards, coordinating workflow and staffing, and making real-time decisions that support efficient and safe operations. In addition, the technologist serves as a resource and mentor for staff, supports onboarding and ongoing competency development, and promotes a collaborative, accountable team environment. The position acts as a liaison between Winter Park Medical Center and Denver Health Main Campus Radiology, helping resolve concerns and contributing to initiatives focused on quality, safety, equipment optimization, process improvement, and patient experience. Essential Functions : Clinical & Technical Duties • Perform diagnostic radiographic examinations in accordance with departmental protocols, hospital policies, and applicable regulatory standards. • Provide imaging support for trauma activations, emergency department cases, and portable examinations in an outpatient setting. • Ensure optimal image quality through appropriate patient positioning, exposure selection, image evaluation, and accurate exam documentation. • Apply radiation safety principles and ALARA standards to protect patients, staff, and self. • Respond to and troubleshoot equipment, image quality, and workflow issues; initiate corrective actions and escalate concerns appropriately to ensure continuity of care. • Conducts annual radiation shielding assessments and maintains records of results. Reports abnormal findings to the Clinic Administrator and the Denver Health Main Campus Medical Radiology Physicist. (50%) Leadership & Shift Oversight • Coordinating shift staffing assignments, exam prioritization, and workflow to meet patient care demands and operational requirements. • Serve as the on-shift clinical and operational expert as it relates to imaging. • Assume responsibility for modality operations, exercising independent judgment and making real-time decisions that support patient safety, staff effectiveness, and department efficiency. • Provide real-time guidance, mentoring, and problem-solving support to fellow technologists. • Assist with onboarding, training, and competency development of new technologists. • Monitor staff adherence to imaging protocols, safety standards, and departmental expectations; address issues promptly and professionally. (15%) Collaboration & Communication • Work collaboratively with radiologists, emergency and trauma teams, nursing staff, and other imaging modalities to support timely, high-quality patient care. • Communicate clearly and effectively during high-acuity situations, trauma activations, and periods of increased operational demand. • Serve as a liaison between frontline staff and facility leadership, escalating concerns and facilitating resolution when needed. • Support facility leadership by identifying operational improvement opportunities and participating in quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives. (15%) Quality, Safety & Compliance • Ensure compliance with ARRT standards, state regulations, accreditation requirements, and hospital policies. • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, professionalism, and pa