100% Senior Imaging Technologist - EP Lab - UI Heart and Vascular Center

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa is seeking a full-time Senior Imaging Technologist for its Heart & Vascular Center. This role involves performing specialized digital angiography imaging during electrophysiology procedures while ensuring patient safety.

The ideal candidate will have at least six months of imaging tech experience, ARRT certification, and strong interpersonal skills. Compensation includes a pay level of 35 and a sign-on incentive of $10,000.

Qualifications

• 6 months imaging tech experience required, preferably in Cath or EP setting.
• Certification in ARRT and Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• Current certification in Basic and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized digital angiography imaging during procedures.
• Monitor patients closely throughout the imaging process.
• Establish rapport with patients and provide exam information.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Autonomous operation

Safety precautions in medical imaging

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology or Allied Health Sciences

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a sign‑on incentive of $10,000!

UI Heart & Vascular Center is seeking a full‑time (100%) Senior Imaging Technologist to perform specialized digital angiography imaging using complex imaging equipment while closely monitoring patients during Adult Electrophysiology procedures.

Work Schedule

• 4 – 10 hour day shifts with rotating day off (Monday – Friday)
• Rotating late stay shifts
• No nights, weekends, or holidays

Duties To Include

• Implement interventions according to department, division and/or unit policies, procedures and protocols to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.
• Follow universal precautions.
• Follow general policies and procedures in accordance with regulations of the University of Iowa Health Care, and the UI Heart and Vascular Center.
• Maintain quality assurance in accordance with hospital, department and area standards.
• Use proper septic techniques including, but not limited to, skin preparation and IV placement.
• Use safety precautions to minimize or eliminate risks to patients, personnel and equipment.
• Manipulate, adjust and control complex electronic and computerized components of the imaging system to produce patient examinations and research projects while performing quality assurance procedures and evaluating system performance throughout the working day.
• Operate independently with minimal physician supervision.
• Perform image processing such as 3‑D reconstruction and image reprocessing and non‑imaging functions such as spectroscopy.
• Monitor vital signs and record them in EMR.
• Prepare and administer contrast material to patients under radiologist’s 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.
• 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, participating in professional organizations and/or reviewing journals or publications.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
• Demonstrate acceptance of responsibility, pride in work performed, and flexibility in acceptance of assignments while consistently maintaining professional behavior and appearance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

• A Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology or another Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience Requirements

• 6 months imaging tech experience required (Cath or EP setting preferred).
• Proven capacity to function with a high degree of autonomy while actively collaborating within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills.

Certification/Licensure Requirements

• Certification in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or other radiologic related technological certification required.
• Iowa Permit to Practice by the State of Iowa for all technologists operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment required.
• Current certification in Basic and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support required.

Desired Qualifications

• 1 year imaging tech experience (Cath or EP setting preferred) desired.
• Previous experience using electronic medical records desired.
• Knowledge of University policies, procedures and regulations desired.
• Membership in position-related professional societies desired.

Compensation

• Pay Level: 35

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Kelli Ballard
• Contact Email: [e-mail]