Senior Imaging Technologist 60%25 (WEO) CT/DX - Downtown Campus

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

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About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus intends to hire for one position at either the Imaging Technologist classification or Senior Imaging Technologist, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both. Selective candidates are eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000. Current UI employees are not eligible. The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus Department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist or an Imaging Technologist to work with physicians in the diagnosis of patients by performing special radiographic technical procedures. University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA) is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowa’s only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024.

Requirements

• Senior Imaging Technologist: A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• Senior Imaging Technologist: Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Imaging Technologist: 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with imaging procedures.
• Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARRT and Iowa Permit to Practice.
• Interviews patients and records medical history relative to radiologic procedures.
• Assesses patient's physical state and assess I.V. needs or other required safeguards.
• Maintains equipment in the work area and reports faulty equipment.
• Operates radiographic imaging equipment in the department and O.R.; practices radiation safety and protection.
• Prepares sterile trays for special procedures and assists physician with special procedures and associated equipment i.e. guide-wires, catheters, drains, dressings, etc.
• Identifies, accesses, and prepares medication as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares and assists with or administers contrast materials, including opaque media, contrast media and barium, while adhering to patient safety goals.
• Prepares patients for invasive special procedures (including vascular procedures not done in Cath Lab) and determines technical factors to be used for radiographs, and procedures.
• Adjusts technical factors and procedures according to the age and condition of the patient.
• Provides for the care and protection of patients, assuming care for their emotional, psychological and physical needs while adhering to the Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals.
• Provides necessary clerical support, such as completing requisitions, filing etc.
• Assists in moving patient from transportation mode to x-ray tables.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees