Posting Detail Information

Working TitleDiagnostic Imaging Technologist

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400543AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleTechnical/Support II

Number of Vacancies

Work Hours/Week40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$63,250 - $74,250 (salary is commensurate with experience, qualifications, certifications, specialties, etc.)

Employee Benefits

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment todiversity, equity and inclusion (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/) , and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.

• Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf)

• Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.

• For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) .

• Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) !

Desired Start Date

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on04/30/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

Veterinary Teaching Hospital

At the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital ( VTH ), we exist to educate the next generation of veterinarians by providing exceptional veterinary care and service to the community every day. This work unit exists to care for the basic needs of animals at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital, and to provide routine disinfection and service to all areas of the hospital, which serves as a teaching facility for veterinary students, as a medical facility for veterinary research, and as a public animal health clinic for exotic, large and small animals.

Why work at Colorado State University?

CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine’s “America’s Best Employers by State!”

We are looking to add individuals to our team who have the following characteristics:

• Confidence – they expect success in what they do

• Compassion – they have genuine care and concern for others

• Commitment to Inclusive Excellence – they engage principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice in all they do, valuing a supportive community where everyone’s contributions are valued, and all voices are heard

• Empowerment – they use their knowledge and skills to adjust, change, and improve daily tasks/work for themselves and others

• Integrity – they are honest, and others trust them

• Responsibility – they take ownership of decisions and actions

Our Investment in You

Colorado State University ( CSU ) is committed to providing employees with a strong and competitive benefits and well-being package that supports you, your health, and your family.

These CSU resources help with many aspects of your life – financial, physical, emotional, family, workplace wellness. These resources are part of our investment in you.

Employees are benefits eligible when working a minimum of 20 hours per week;benefits outlined below reflect full-time status of 40 hours per week; some benefits would be prorated for part-time status.

• Paid time off to include 24 vacation days, 15 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually

• Attractive evening work schedule that is flexible yet consistent Monday-Friday

• Comprehensive benefits programs and services including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Parental Leave, work/life resources, and more

• Robust Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) for your overall well-being

• FREE college credit courses (up to 9-semester credits per year) through the Employee Study Privilege program

• Tuition Scholarships up to 50% for eligible family members

• FREE employee growth opportunity through CSU training and development opportunities

• After-school programs and summer camps for kids

• Community Discounts

• FREE MAX transit use with CSU identification

For more detail about these and other Health and Welfare benefits and Commitment to Campus programs, visit our CSU Well-Being Hub athttps://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/and our Benefits programs for Administrative Professional employees:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/.

Retirement Programs

While employees of CSU do not contribute to Social Security, the University and the state of Colorado offer competitive retirement plans. As a condition of employment and required by Colorado law, employees are required to participate in either the University’s Defined Contribution Plan ( DCP ) or the Public Employee’s Retirement Plan ( PERA ) of Colorado. Each plan offers a generous employer match between 10% – 21%. For more information, visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/afap/retirement/.

Campus Culture and Principles of Community

Colorado State University has a campus culture that is driven by a desire always to do better and a vision to be the best place to learn, work, and discover. Our Principles of Community – Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice – reflect our core values and support CSU’s mission and vision of access, research, teaching, service, and engagement. Each member of our community has a responsibility to uphold these principles when engaging with one another and acting on behalf of the University. For more information visit:https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-people/.

Tobacco and Smoke-Free

Colorado State University is a tobacco and smoke-free campus. For the health of our university community, the use of smoking, vaping or tobacco products is prohibited on CSU grounds or in buildings.

Well-Being Hub | Human Resources | Colorado State University (colostate.edu) (https://hr.colostate.edu/well-being-hub/)

Position Summary

The purpose of the Diagnostic Imaging Technologist is to provide diagnostic support in the Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging Core within the Veterinary Health System. This position will enhance current personnel and operations by operating equipment to produce radiographic images (assisting in other modalities such as Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, or Standing CT), assisting with positioning, providing classroom and on-unit instruction, scheduling patients, maintaining patient records and managing equipment and supply inventories. This position will perform similar duties as the other Diagnostic Imaging Technicians.

This position is expected to work 40 hours, Monday – Friday, business daytime hours. No nights/ weekends or holidays are expected. We can offer some flexibility.

The employee in this position is designated as essential personnel and may be required to report to work during times of campus closures for weather or other events when the decision to close campus is made by CSU Central Administration.

The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship of this position.

A combination of signing bonus + moving expenses available = $2,500 max for eligible and successful candidates

Required Job Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree in radiology, veterinary technician, or other applicable area of expertise.

• One year of experience in applicable area of expertise

• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not provide visa sponsorship of this position.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Small and Large animal experience preferred but not necessary

• Credentialed in the State of Colorado

• Registered through DORA (Department of Regulatory Agencies)

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryPerform Radiography and Procedures

Duty/Responsibility

• Responsible for positioning and performing diagnostic imaging procedures on large and small animal patients in radiology.

• Organizes DVM students, clinicians, residents, or interns to prepare animals for radiography and to determine the best times and ways of radiographing the patient.

• Responsible for assisting radiography procedures, and other modalities within the imaging core such as ultrasound, nuclear medicine, standing Equine CT.

• Also responsible for positioning and performing diagnostic imaging procedures on Large Animals and Livestock.

• These will take place at the Johnson Family Equine Hospital ( JFEH ) or Livestock building on south campus.

• Tasks include paring and packing of hoofs, prepping areas of imaging, practicing radiation safety when possible, troubleshooting the best and easiest way to obtain images with minimal discomfort to the animal.

Percentage Of Time70

Job Duty CategoryUse of Radiology Information System/Picture Archiving and Communication System(RIS/PACS) system

Duty/Responsibility

• Uses the/ PACS systems to monitor exams as scheduled and evaluate workflow.

• Communicate and coordinate exams with referring clinicians and department, prioritizing to provide the most efficient use of equipment, personnel, and time while maintaining the highest possible patient care.

• Provide guidance for other personnel involved (i.e., students, residents, interns, and visiting personnel).

• Authorized to change patient images in the RIS by removing exemptions and placing correct images into new existing electronic medical records.

• Assist with the creation or maintenance of teaching materials.

• Assist with the creation or maintenance of research files and materials.

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryRadiation and Patient Safety Procedure

Duty/Responsibility

• Will be expected to instruct students on safety, and small animal handling, positioning, and preparing animals.

• Responsible for maintaining safe radiation practices in radiology and assisting with communicating these standards to other hospital personnel as required.

• Responsible for understanding radiation safety procedures

Percentage Of Time5

Job Duty CategoryUltrasound Service Relief Technologist

Duty/Responsibility

• Works as a team member within the Ultrasound department when a primary Ultrasound Technician is unavailable or when assistance is needed to hold animals.

• Responsible for knowledge of patient positioning for all ultrasound exams;

• organization of patients scheduled for Ultrasound scans;

• and maintenance of supply inventory.

Percentage Of Time10

Job Duty CategoryStudent Training

Duty/Responsibility

• Provide supervision and training to third and fourth-year DVM students during the radiology rotation.

• Training includes teaching in the Junior Practicum and daily clinical application.

• Teach basic principles of animal radiology and additional VDI topics as assigned.

Percentage Of Time10

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

This posting is open until filled, for full consideration please apply on or before 11:59pm (MT), 4/30/2024. Interested applicants must submit a cover letter which addresses how professional experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications, a current resume, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

The successful candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; the department will not sponsor a visa for these positions.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Essential Services Designation - Required to report without delay or interruption to provide essential or emergency services to ensure health, safety, and welfare.

Search ContactHuman Resource Generalist - VTH_HR@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

Optional Documents