Job Description
Position Summary:
Provide support in the technological aspects of animal and human imaging. Support clinical and research scanning of animals. This includes overseeing advanced imaging equipment function, QA/QC, and scanning. Some responsibility for scheduling procedures in order to avoid conflicts with clinical patients and to keep various clinicians, radiologists and researchers informed of the imaging schedule. Perform advanced imaging exams ordered by clinicians on veterinary patients. The Technologist also has an important role in educating faculty, staff, and students in the proper and safe use of the MRI and CT/PET equipment, radiation safety, magnet safety, in conducting CT and/or PET-CT and nuclear medicine studies.
Full Consideration Date: 07/01/2026
Work Unit Description:
The Veterinary Health System Hospitals 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 provide administration and direction of the hospital and provide a support facility for service to the general public and referring veterinarians.
Essential Job Duties:
- Collaborates on decision-making for new and/or additional imaging sequences, hardware and software development, and studies.
- Analyzes CT, PET-CT, and MRI images with viewing and analytical software.
- Decision-making regarding the scheduling of research studies and clinical cases, ensuring sufficient availability of the service for clinical cases.
- Decision-making regarding maintenance and support of all imaging equipment
- Is able to adjust and optimize multiple technical factors that influence the quality of images eg. kVp, mAs, image matrix for CT; TE, TR, coil type, NEX for MR; isotope type
- Respond to changes in the physiologic status of the patient and be able to adjust image acquisition accordingly e.g. changes in heart rate or renal status relative to administration of IV contrast in CT
- Responsible for and manages all safety practices and safety policies in the advanced imaging suites.
Conditions of Employment:
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Supervision:
Limited supervisory responsibilities of personnel who will be entering into the MRI suite and radiation safety in CT.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Associate’s degree in radiologic technology
- OR High school diploma plus six years of advanced imaging experience.
- OR bachelor’s degree in health, life science, or related field plus two years of advanced imaging experience
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (MR) certification and/or (CT) with a member in good standing status
- Good computer skills and familiarity with networking, PC-based database and spreadsheet programs, word processing, and image viewing software
Preferred Qualifications:
- Additional post-primary ARRT certification in CT, MRI or nuclear medicine and/or PET/CT is highly desired.
- Previous experience with MRI, multi-slice CT, PET/CT, and/or nuclear medicine
- Previous experience in veterinary medical setting Project management experience
- Experience working in digital imaging, RIS/PACS environment, large group PC-based presentation skills
- Demonstrated history of working well in a team environment
- Strong oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills working with personnel at all levels in a hospital setting (faculty, administration, staff, clinicians, and trainees)
- Experience with radiopharmaceutical handling, patient injections, radiation safety protocols, and monitoring
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are highly desired
Salary Range
$50/hour
Required Application Documents
To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
Certification, Cover Letter, Resume/CV
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, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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.
EEO
Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
