Senior Imaging Technologist PRN - Downtown Campus

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus Department of Radiology seeks a Senior Imaging Technologist to work with physicians in diagnosing patients by performing radiographic and fluoroscopic, CT, and diagnostic imaging procedures.

The role is a PRN, on-site position in Iowa City requiring ARRT certification, a Bachelor’s degree in Radiologic Technology or related field, strong communication, and safety focus. Schedule is 25% time with duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• ARRT certification or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Assists physicians with imaging procedures.
• Operates radiographic, fluoroscopic, CT, and diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Maintains equipment and adheres to radiation safety guidelines.
• Interviews patients and records clinical history related to CT and diagnostic procedures.
• Presents examinations and ensures patient comfort and safety.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or related Allied Health

ARRT-certified or eligible

Job description

Senior Imaging Technologist PRN - Downtown Campus

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus intends to hire a Senior Imaging Technologist.

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

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.

Additional Duties

• Assists physicians with imaging procedures.
• Completes continuing education in order to maintain Permit to Practice and ARRT registry
• Interviews patients and records appropriate clinical history relative to CT and diagnostic procedures.
• Introduces self, calls the guests by name, explains the examination to the patient. Provides care and protection of patients during procedures, assuming care for the emotional, psychological and physical needs, while adhering to TJC Patient Safety Goals.
• Maintains equipment in the work area and reports down time to the appropriate personnel.
• Identifies, accesses and prepares medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. Prepares and assists with or administers materials, including opaque media, contrast media and barium, while adhering to patient safety goals.
• Prepares patients for extensive CT and diagnostic radiologic procedures by determining technical factors and procedures appropriate for patient's age, processing films and scheduling examinations properly. Operates radiographic CT and diagnostic imaging equipment within the department, practicing appropriate radiation protection and safety.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Percent of Time: 25%

Schedule: TBD

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 - External

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)

• 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.

Contact

EMILIO VILLAGRANA
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]