Senior Imaging Technologist / Imaging Technologist - (M-F 8:00-17:00) General

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Radiology Department 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 eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000. Limited Time Incentive for Former Employees & New Hires. Moving allowance may be available. Current UI employees are not eligible. The University of Iowa Health Care department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist to perform and teach specialized general diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during exam. Also, to perform general radiography procedures in multiple areas within the hospital including Adult and Pediatric Radiology, emergency room, OR, fluoroscopy and orthopedic clinic. Duties Include: 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. Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public. The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job. University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives

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.

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.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

Benefits

• 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees