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The University of Iowa Downtown Campus intends to hire a Senior Imaging Technologist (Pay Grade 5), based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Selective candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000. Current UI employees are not eligible.
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The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus department of Cardiovascular Lab is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist with primary duties in the diagnosis and treatment of patients undergoing invasive radiographic procedures in the Cardiovascular Lab or the Radiology Department.
Perform diagnostic imaging procedures utilizing advanced imaging technology/equipment, explain examination procedures to patients and monitor their
status, and instruct students and staff on examination and equipment operations.
Duties Include:
Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized axial tomographic, angiographic, magnetic resonance systems and multiple modalities of other general diagnostic equipment.
Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.
Explain examination process to patients.
Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.
Perform patient care techniques including skin preparation, I.V. placement, vital sign monitoring and recording, and basic life support; prepare and administer contrast material to patients.
Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.
Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.
Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: Monday - Friday, rotating 10-hour days 0700-1730
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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In addition to the duties and responsibilities noted above, the position description must include statements from UI Health Care Core Values (WECARE) for Health Care positions or Universal Competencies for all other positions.
Experience Requirements
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A bachelor's degree in radiologic technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
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Must maintain current certification in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and/or other radiologic related technological certification and Iowa Permit to Practice as required by the State of
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
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Membership in appropriate professional societies is desirable.
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Special qualifications will be indicated with the position advertising process, dependent upon the technology that the staff member will be operating.
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.
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 emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu.