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

University of Iowa•Iowa City, IA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

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. A career with University of Iowa Health Care is more than a job. Here, you’re part of something greater, something bigger. Our downtown campus is a 194-bed hospital (located at 500 E Market Street, Iowa City) providing a community-based model of care while directly connected to the expertise, technology, collaboration, and support of our entire health system. Join the team at our downtown campus. You’ll find meaning and purpose knowing that your work helps make all of Iowa better.

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.
Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education 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.