Imaging Technologist 100% EP Lab- Downtown Campus
Imaging Technologist 100% EP Lab- Downtown Campus
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Job Description
The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus EP Lab is seeking an Imaging Technologist with primary duties inthe diagnosis and treatment of patients undergoing invasive radiographic procedures in the EP Lab.
Selective candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10000.Current UI employees are not eligible.
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.
Basic Function and Responsibility:
Perform and teach specialized diagnostic and research imaging and spectroscopic procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during exam.
Duties Include:
- Manipulate adjust and control the complex electronic and computerized components of the imaging system to produce patient examinations and research project while performing quality assurance procedures and evaluating system performance throughout the working day. This includes independent operation with minimal physician supervision.
- Use proper septic techniques including skin preparation and IV placement; also vital sign monitoring and recording and basic life support knowledge.
- Safety precautions are used to minimize or eliminate risks to patients personnel and equipment.
- Perform image processing such as 3-D reconstruction and image reprocessing and non-imaging functions such as spectroscopy.
- Prepare and administer contrast material to patients under radiologists supervision as required.
- Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.
- Establish rapport with patient and provide information about how the exam is performed and what is required of the patient.
- Plan daily regular and STAT scheduling for efficient room utilization.
- Assist Clinical Chief Technologist with inventory ordering supplies and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital department and area standards.
- Participate in on-call coverage.
- Provide instruction to trainees students and other medical staff on operation and safety precautions.
- Participate in phantom and/or animal research as required.
- Maintain current knowledge of developments in specialty imaging area and related subjects with periodic software updates by attending meetings continuing education programs participates in professional organizations and/or reviews journals or publications.
- Maintain effective working relationships with faculty staff students and the public.
Percent of Time:100%
Schedule:Monday - Friday 6:30am - 4:00pm. No holidays no weekend no call.
Pay Grade: 5
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
- Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education is required.
- Certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies is required.
- Permit to practice in the State of Iowa for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.
- Special qualifications will be indicated with the position advertising process dependent upon the technology that the staff member will be operating.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
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 7 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
Employment Type
Full-Time
