Advanced Imaging Technologist

Iowa State University•Ames, IA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for a career that combines your diagnostic imaging expertise with hands-on work with animals? If so, the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) in Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine is seeking an Advanced Imaging Technologist to join our Radiology team! This is a unique opportunity for an imaging professional to apply advanced imaging skills in a dynamic veterinary teaching hospital while working with a wide variety of patients, including exotics, companion animals, equine patients, and food animal species. The LVMC provides specialized medical and surgical care to patients throughout Iowa and the surrounding region. Our clinicians, residents, interns, veterinary technicians, imaging professionals, staff, and veterinary students work collaboratively to provide high-quality, state-of-the-art patient care 24 hours a day.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent certification in a Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) accredited program and one year of related experience.
Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, Radiography (ARRT) (R).
Possession of current Iowa Permit to Practice.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Registration through ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT) and/or Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI).
Experience performing CT, MRI, radiography, fluoroscopy, nuclear medicine, or other advanced imaging procedures.
Experience working with or handling animals.
Experience training, mentoring, or providing technical guidance to others.

Responsibilities

Independently performs and supports a variety of advanced imaging procedures, including Radiography, Fluoroscopy, Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), and Nuclear Medicine.
Works collaboratively with radiologists, clinicians, veterinary technicians, anesthesia personnel, students, and other hospital teams to produce high-quality diagnostic studies.
Adapts imaging techniques, protocols, and patient positioning to meet the unique needs of various species, anatomy, clinical conditions, and patient sizes while supporting efficient patient care throughout the imaging process.
Operates and maintains complex diagnostic imaging equipment.
Evaluates image quality and makes appropriate technical adjustments to optimize diagnostic studies.
Maintains quality-control standards in accordance with hospital, departmental, and radiation-safety requirements.
Assists with equipment troubleshooting and preventative maintenance to minimize interruptions to patient care.
Communicates effectively with clinicians and hospital services to coordinate imaging needs and priorities.
Trains and provides guidance to new employees, veterinary students, and others rotating through the Radiology service.
Contributes to workflow improvements and a collaborative, team-oriented work environment.