Senior Imaging or Imaging Technologist (Spring 2027 Start) – North Liberty Hospital
About The Position
University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging or Imaging Technologist. This position will start in Spring of 2027. External candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000. The role involves performing diagnostic imaging procedures using advanced technology, explaining procedures to patients, and instructing students and staff. Responsibilities include operating and troubleshooting imaging equipment, patient care, record maintenance, scheduling, on-call coverage, inventory management, quality assurance, and participating in research. The position requires maintaining up-to-date knowledge of technical developments and evaluating system performance. It also involves instructing and evaluating students.
Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
- Current Permit to Practice issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.
- Requires Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education is required.
- Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
- Current Permit to Practice issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous work or clinical education experience in general radiology in a level 1 Trauma center is desired.
- Recent work or clinical education experience in general radiography is desired.
Responsibilities
- Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized axial tomographic, angiographic, magnetic resonance systems and multiple modalities of other general diagnostic equipment.
- Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.
- Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.
- Explain examination process to patients.
- Ensure patients welfare and assist physician with medical procedures
- Perform patient care techniques including skin preparation, I.V. placement, vital sign monitoring and recording, and basic life support; prepare and administer contrast material to patients.
- Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.
- Plan daily, regular and STAT scheduling for efficient room utilization.
- Participate in on-call coverage.
- Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.
- Participate in phantom, human and/or animal research.
- Maintain knowledge of technical developments, software updates, and related subjects by attending meetings, continuing education programs, and participation in professional organizations and/or review journals or publications.
- Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.
- Instruct and/or evaluate the clinical abilities and performance of Radiology Technology or sub-specialty students on a clinical rotation.
Benefits
- paid vacation
- sick leave
- health, dental, life and disability insurance options
- generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
