Senior Imaging Technologist/ Imaging Technologist - Downtown Campus
University of Iowa

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Downtown Campus intends to hire for one 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.

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Downtown Campus Department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Imaging Technologist or an Imaging Technologist to work with physicians in the diagnosis of patients by performing radiographic technical procedures.

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 Iowa's only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024.

Additional Duties:

• Assists physicians with imaging procedures.
• Interviews patients and records medical history relative to radiologic procedures. Assess patient's physical state and assess I.V. needs or other required safeguards.
• Maintains equipment and work area and report faulty equipment.
• Operates radiographic imaging equipment in the department; practices radiation safety and protection.
• Identifies, accesses, and prepares medication as prescribed by a licensed practioner. Prepares and assists with or administers materials, including opaque media, contrast media and barium, while adhering to patient safety goals.
• Prepares patients for radiographs and determines technical factors to be used for obtaining radiographic images and procedures, and similar activities. Adjusts technical factors and procedures according to the age and condition of the patient.
• Provides for the care and protection of patients, assuming care for their emotional, psychological and physical needs while adhering to the Joint Commission Patient Safety Goals.
• Assists in moving patient from transportation mode to x-ray table.
• Provides necessary clerical support, such as completing requisitions, filing etc.
• Prepares patients and performs head CT scans (Code Stroke/Stroke Alert).
• Completes required continuing education as needed in order to maintain ARRT registry and Iowa Permit to Practice.
• Introduces self, calls guest by name, explains the examination to the patient.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Percent of Time: 100%

Schedule: Weekdays 9:30am - 6:00pm, Night call rotation, rotating holidays. Schedule change is possible to ensure adequate coverage

Pay Grade: 5

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 Bachelor's 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.

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 questions, contact Bailey Tinkler at bailey-tinkler@uiwoa.edu.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Senior Imaging Technologist
• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Bailey Tinkler
• Contact Email: bailey-tinkler@uiowa.edu

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