Senior Imaging Technologist/ Imaging Technologist (0930-1800) CT- Downtown Campus
Senior Imaging Technologist/ Imaging Technologist (0930-1800) CT- Downtown Campus
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Job Description
The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street Iowa City IA) intends to hire for two positions at either the Imaging Technologist classification (Pay Grade 4) or Senior Imaging Technologist (Pay Grade 5) 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 of $10000.Current UI employees are not eligible.
The University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street Iowa City IA) department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist with primary duties inthe diagnosis and treatment of patients undergoing invasive radiographic procedures in the Radiology Department.
University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown(located at 500 E. Market Street Iowa City IA)is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowas only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31 2024.
Duties Include:
- Acts as liaison between Physician Radiologic Interventionalist and cardiovascular or the radiology staff to convey information concerning specific procedures.
- Adheres to The Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals.
- Assists physicians with interventional and specialized studies; reviews develops and performs new procedures as required.
- Assists staff and patient with appropriate radiation protection. Performs prescribed periodic checks of radiation safety equipment. Responsible for requesting dosimetry monitoring and adherence to dosimetry policy.
- Assures prompt communication of Special Procedures and Diagnostic Policy and procedure changes; assures the Special Procedures and Prep Manual are current.
- Responsible for orientation of new staff and physicians to CV Lab Radiation safety guidelines and policies.
- Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARRT and Permit to Practice.
- Determines technical factors and provides quality study of angiography procedures.
- Introduces self collects appropriate history explains exam to patient and provides for patients emotional physical and psychological needs.
- Operates all radiographic imaging equipment in the Cardiovascular Lab or the Radiology Department.
- Performs quality control of equipment appropriate maintenance and reports faulty equipment.
- Prepares materials and patients and performs exams; sets up all sterile trays with appropriate equipment and selects proper catheters guide wire drain and dressing materials for each special procedure.
- Prepares materials including medications and imaging media; prepares patients and performs exams.
- Performs other duties as assigned; including Radiation Safety officer
Percent of Time:100%
Schedule: Monday-Friday (0930-1800) Holiday rotation and occasional call.
Pay Grade: 4
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.
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
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Experience Requirements
- Senior Imaging Technologist: A Bachelors 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.
Certification Requirements (Senior Imaging Technologist and Imaging Technologist)
- 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.
Desirable Qualifications (Senior Imaging Technologist and Imaging Technologist)
- 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.
- Recent work or clinical education experience in CT.
- CT modality training.
- CT certification or eligible.
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.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
For additional questions contact Emilio Villagrana at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
