Senior Imaging Technologist/Imaging Technologist (Weekend Option; Sat & Sun; 1130-0000) - CT Radiology

The Radiology Department intends to hire 1 position at either the Imaging Technologist classification or Senior Imaging Technologist, 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 $10,000. Moving allowance may be available. Current UI employees are not eligible.

The University of Iowa Health Care department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist with primary duties in Department of Radiography – CT. Perform

Duties Include:

· Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized axial tomographic equipment.

· Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.

· Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.

· Explain examination process to patients.

· Ensure patients welfare and assist physician with medical procedures

· 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.

· Plan daily, regular and STAT scheduling for efficient room utilization.

· Participate in on-call coverage.

· Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.

· Participate in phantom, human and/or animal research.

· Maintain knowledge of technical developments, software updates, and related subjects by attending meetings, continuing education programs, and participation in professional organizations and/or review journals or publications.

· Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.

· Instruct and/or evaluate the clinical abilities and performance of Radiology Technology or sub-specialty students on a clinical rotation.

· Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.

University of Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 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 & Sunday 1130-0000

Pay Grade: 5

Pay Structure SEIU: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan

The Department of Radiology 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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Education Required

• 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.

• Imaging Technologist: Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education is required

Experience Requirements (Senior Imaging Technologist and Imaging Technologist)

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

• Certification Requirements

• Current Permit to Practice issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required

• Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required .

Desirable Qualification (Senior Imaging Technologist and Imaging Technologist)

• Recent work or clinical education experience in CT.

• CT modality training.

• CT certification or eligible.

• Work or clinical education experience in a Level 1 trauma center.

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. For questions, please reach out to Melissa Kolker at melissa-kolker@uiowa.edu.

• 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

  The Department of Radiology 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.

• Classification Title: Senior Imaging Technologist
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Part-time

• Pay Level: 5

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Melissa Kolker
• Contact Email: melissa-kolker@uiowa.edu