Engineering Specialist - Radiology - North Liberty Hospital

Position Responsibilities

Oversee equipment installation and maintenance for highly complex Radiology diagnostic imaging and treatment systems providing continuous 24-hour operational service for clinical use
Direct and oversee the work of equipment specialists and assume direct responsibility for all functions of the maintenance section
Provide department technical expertise and consultation on complex hardware and distributed hardware and software related problems
Assist in Coordinating equipment installation schedules within clinical areas
Conduct analysis of current and projected service maintenance projects and facility requirements
Assist in Scheduling staff and support personnel necessary for equipment installation, repair and maintenance
Develop and institute preventative maintenance procedures for specific equipment within multiple clinical areas
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public

Education Required

A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and three years of experience.

Required Qualifications

• Must demonstrate a high mechanical aptitude.
• Advanced knowledge in physics, including basic interactions between electro-magnetic waves and matter.
• Must demonstrate advanced knowledge in sophisticated imaging technologies such as Digital Radiography, Digital Fluoroscopy and Digital Angiography.
• Advanced knowledge of radiographic principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of radiation detection and radioisotope principles.
• Excellent written, verbal and intercommunication skills.
• Ability to read and comprehend electronics diagrams.
• Must have valid driver's license and be able to meet the University of Iowa Fleet Management Driver's safety requirements.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related program or administration.
• Vendor specific diagnostic imaging training on multiple imaging modalities.
• Knowledge of human anatomy.
• Reasonable (1-3 years) related supervisory experience.
• Experience working in WebTMA or other CMMS programs.
• Experience in the management of radiological imaging system or equivalent.
• Experience in the maintenance of equipment utilizing digital electronics and electro-mechanical peripheral devices.
• Knowledge of state-of-the-art digital logic packages and microprocessors.
• Working knowledge of high voltage distribution systems and electro-mechanical devices.
• Knowledge of Joint Commission requirements for preventative maintenance programs.

Benefits Highlights

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

Location and Schedule

Location: Medical Center North Liberty
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00am-3:30pm

Pay Grade

Pay Grade: 5B

University of Iowa Health Care

The University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States and 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. ®

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.