Imaging Technologist 60% WEO (MRI) - Downtown Campus

The University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $10,000

Fringe benefits package

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus is seeking an Imaging Technologist to perform advanced diagnostic imaging and related duties, including MRI in a dynamic radiology team.

Part-time schedule with on-campus work at the downtown Iowa City facility, opportunity to contribute to research imaging and clinical care while growing expertise in radiologic technology.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a two-year radiologic technology program.
• Certification or eligibility for ARRT certification is required.
• Iowa permit to practice radiography is required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with physicians and operate imaging equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate, adjust and control imaging system components to produce exams.
• Use proper septic techniques, skin prep and IV placement; monitor vital signs.
• Maintain safety precautions to minimize risks to patients and staff.
• Perform image processing including 3-D reconstruction; assist with spectroscopy.
• Prepare and administer contrast material under radiologist supervision.
• Maintain records and archive exam data; inform patients about procedures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Verbal communication

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology program

ARRT certification eligibility

Iowa radiography permit

Job description

Imaging Technologist 60% WEO (MRI) - Downtown Campus

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus Department of Radiology is seeking an Imaging Technologist to work with physicians in the diagnosis of patients by performing technical radiographic and fluoroscopic, computerized tomographic, and diagnostic radiologic.

Selective candidates eligible for a sign‑on bonus of $10,000. Current UI employees are not eligible.

A career with University of Iowa Health Care is more than a job. Here, you’re part of something greater, something bigger. Our downtown campus is a 194-bed hospital (located at 500 E Market Street, Iowa City) providing a community-based model of care while directly connected to the expertise, technology, collaboration, and support of our entire health system. Join the team at our downtown campus. You’ll find meaning and purpose knowing that your work helps make all of Iowa better.

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

Perform and teach specialized diagnostic and research imaging and spectroscopic procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during exam.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manipulate, adjust and control the complex electronic and computerized components of the imaging system to produce patient examinations and research project while performing quality assurance procedures and evaluating system performance throughout the working day. This includes independent operation with minimal physician supervision.


• Use proper septic techniques including skin preparation and IV placement: also, vital sign monitoring and recording and basic life support knowledge.


• Safety precautions are used to minimize or eliminate risks to patients, personnel and equipment.


• Perform image processing such as 3-D reconstruction and image reprocessing and non‑imaging functions such as spectroscopy.


• 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.


• Assist Clinical Chief Technologist with inventory, ordering supplies and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, department and area standards.


• Participate in on‑call coverage.


• 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, participates in professional organizations and/or reviews journals or publications.


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

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Supervision is received from a designated official.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Functional supervision is exercised over support staff.

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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QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion of two‑year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education is required.


• Certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologies is required.


• Permit to practice in the State of Iowa for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.


• Special qualifications will be indicated with the position advertising process, dependent upon the technology that the staff member will be operating.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Imaging Technologist


• Schedule: Part‑time


• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Contact Information

• Contact Email: [e-mail]

Equal opportunity employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, [phone] or [e-mail] . For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543 .