Limited Radiology Technologist - Urgent Care

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Iowa is seeking a Limited Radiology Technologist for Urgent Care in Iowa City. The role requires performing radiography on chest, extremities, shoulder and spine, operating fixed radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic images, and monitoring patients during exams.

The position includes vital signs collection, phlebotomy, basic laboratory testing, and adherence to safety and asepsis standards.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification with limited radiography scope.
• State of Iowa permit to practice for radiographers operating ionizing equipment.
• Desirable: general radiology work experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform radiography procedures limited to chest, extremities, shoulder and spine using a variety of imaging equipment.
• Independently obtain and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure).
• Perform phlebotomy and routine laboratory tests including urinalysis and rapid tests.

Education

ARRT certification (limited scope)

State of Iowa Permit to Practice

Job description

Limited Radiology Technologist - Urgent Care

Iowa Health Care Urgent Care is seeking a Limited Radiology Technologist to perform general diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during exam and assists the members of the nursing team in provision of multiple types of patient care in our ambulatory care areas, Urgent Care Clinics.

Duties Include

• Perform radiography procedures limited to; Chest, Extremities, Shoulder, and Spine using a variety of imaging equipment. Operate fixed radiographic equipment to produce diagnostic imaging studies.
• Independently obtain and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
• Carries out medical asepsis when performing skills and tasks including but not limited to phlebotomy
• Performs routine laboratory testing including but not limited to urinalyses, rapid antigen kit tests, and various point of care tests. Performs, or may direct performance of, data entry, labeling and processing of laboratory specimens.
• Provided key Service Excellence principles for interactions with patients and staff.
• Cleans areas per designated guidelines and standards demonstrating proper use of approved disinfectants, cleaning products, and care of the housekeeping equipment.
• Stock and supply patient rooms and nursing units.
• Utilize standard safety precautions to minimize or eliminate risks to patients, personnel and equipment.
• Assist with monitoring supplies, maintaining quality control, monitoring radiology equipment to ensure optimal quality results, and preparing radiographic rooms in assigned areas.
• Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical hours/need.
• Other duties as assigned.

Percent of Time: PRN Hourly

Pay Range: 10

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Schedule: Sunday - Saturday, variable hours from 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM,

Locations: Iowa City & Coralville (other clinical locations as needed)

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with limited scope of practice in radiography.
• Permit to Practice as required by the State of Iowa for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment

Desirable Qualifications

* Previous work or clinical education experience in general radiology is desired.

Contact: SHAYE SHORT Email: [e-mail]