Imaging Technologist - Mammography - 50-100% - Iowa River Landing

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Iowa River Landing Clinic is seeking an Imaging Technologist to perform mammography and general radiography procedures. The role performs and teaches specialized diagnostic and research imaging and spectroscopic procedures using complex imaging equipment, with close patient monitoring during exams. Primary duties span general diagnostic radiography and mammography, including independent operation with minimal physician supervision. The technologist explains exams to patients, establishes rapport, applies Service Excellence principles, and uses standard safety precautions to minimize or eliminate risks to patients, personnel, and equipment. The role may prepare and administer contrast material under radiologist supervision, instruct trainees, medical staff, and students on operational safety precautions, and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Additional duties may be assigned. The position is 50–100%, scheduled for 20–40 hours per week. The regular schedule is Monday through Thursday between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. and Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. The position participates in weekend, evening, and holiday rotations, including Saturday coverage from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It is located at Iowa River Landing in Iowa City, Iowa.

Requirements

Successful completion of a two-year or other approved program by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology.
Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Current permit to practice in the State of Iowa for radiographers operating ionizing radiation-emitting equipment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Recent work or clinical education experience in mammography.
Mammography certification or eligibility for certification.
Experience and/or certification in other modalities.
Membership in appropriate professional organizations.

Responsibilities

Perform mammography and general diagnostic radiography procedures using complex imaging equipment.
Perform specialized diagnostic and research imaging and spectroscopic procedures, closely monitoring patients during exams.
Operate imaging equipment independently with minimal physician supervision.
Teach trainees, medical staff, and students about operational safety precautions.
Establish rapport with patients and explain how exams are performed and what is required of them.
Apply Service Excellence principles in interactions with patients and staff.
Use standard safety precautions to minimize or eliminate risks to patients, personnel, and equipment.
Prepare and administer contrast material under radiologist supervision as required.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
Perform additional duties as assigned.