Senior Imaging Technologist Weekend Option Sat & Sun

Iowa, IA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking an Senior Imaging Technologist to perform and teach specialized general diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during to perform general radiography procedures in multiple areas within the hospital including Adult and Pediatric Radiology emergency room OR fluoroscopy and orthopedic clinic.

Duties Include:

Perform radiography procedures using a variety of imaging equipment. Operate fixed and portable radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic imaging studies.
Provide instruction to trainees students and other medical staff on operation and safety precautions.
Has knowledge and understanding of key Service Excellence principles for interactions with patients and staff.
Establish rapport with patient and provide information about how the exam is performed and what is required of the patient.
Utilize standard safety precautions to minimize or eliminate risks to patients personnel and equipment.
Prepare and administer contrast material to patients under radiologists supervision as required.

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 & Clinicsrecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowas only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12000 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: 60%

Schedule: Weekend Option / Saturday and Saturday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM. No holidays or on-call responsibilities.

Experience Requirements

A Bachelors degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.

At least 1 year of experience in general radiology.

Certification Requirements

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

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.

Application Process: In order 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 10 calendar days. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

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