Senior Imaging Technologist - IR 2nd Shift
University of Iowa

Job Info

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The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist with primary duties in Department of Radiography - IR. Perform diagnostic imaging procedures utilizing advanced imaging technology/equipment, explain examination procedures to patients and monitor their status, and instruct students and staff on examination and equipment operations.
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 Hospitals & Clinics-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. ®
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM. Includes rotating on-call duties, weekends and holidays.
Education Required

• A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Experience Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Recent work or clinical education experience in a radiology department is required.

Certification Requirements

• Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• Permit to practice in the State of Iowa for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.

Desirable Qualification

• Certification in Vascular Interventional Technology or experience in Interventional Radiology.
• Recent work or clinical education experience in IR
• Recent work or clinical education experience in a Level 1 Trauma Center

Application Process: To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position .
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days or until position is filled.
Moving allowances may be available.
Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.
Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position, shift differential, and overtime pay options. 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
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Additional Information

• Classification Title: Senior Imaging Technologist
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Robert Brumm
• Contact Email: robert-brumm@uiowa.edu

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