Senior Imaging Technologist (1500-2330)DX/OR - Radiology-Downtown Campus

About the role

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus Department of Radiology seeks a Senior Imaging Technologist or an Imaging Technologist to work with physicians in the diagnosis of patients by performing radiographic technical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with imaging procedures.
• Interviews patients and records medical history relative to radiologic procedures. Assess patient's physical state and assess I.V. needs or other required safeguards.
• Maintains equipment and work area and report faulty equipment.
• Operates radiographic imaging equipment in the department; practices radiation safety and protection.
• Identifies, accesses, and prepares medication as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Prepares and assists with or administers materials, including opaque media, contrast media and barium, while adhering to patient safety goals.
• Prepares patients for radiographs and determines technical factors to be used for obtaining radiographic images and procedures, and similar activities. 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.
• Assists in moving patient from transportation mode to x-ray table.
• Provides necessary clerical support, such as completing requisitions, filing etc.
• Prepares patients and performs head CT scans (Code Stroke/Stroke Alert).
• Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARRT registry and Iowa Permit to Practice.
• Introduces self, calls guest by name, explains the examination to the patient.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

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.

Qualifications

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.

Benefits Highlights

- 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

Pay and Schedule

Pay Grade: 5 The department will be filling this position at one of two levels. The Imaging Technologist classification salary is 4, and the Senior Imaging Technologist classification salary is 5. You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification (Imaging Technologist and/or Senior Imaging Technologist) you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information.

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.

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.