Senior Imaging Technologist (100%)- General Multi Req ($7,500 Sign-On Incentive) - For Hires New To Ui

Selective candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $7,500. Limited Time Incentive for Former Employees & New Hires All new University of Iowa applicants who accept an offer on or before May 15, and begin employment within 90 days of offer, will receive an incentive of $7,500. Moving allowance may be available. Current UI employees are not eligible.

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking Senior Imaging Technologists to perform and teach specialized general diagnostic radiography procedures utilizing complex imaging equipment with close patient monitoring during exam. Also, to perform general radiography procedures in multiple areas within the hospital including Adult and Pediatric Radiology, emergency room, OR, fluoroscopy and orthopedic clinic.

Duties Include

• Instruct and/or evaluate the clinical abilities and performance of Radiology Technology or sub-specialty students on a clinical rotation.
• Participate in on-call coverage.
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
• Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.
• Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.
• Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.
• Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.
• Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized axial tomographic, angiographic, magnetic resonance systems and multiple modalities of other general diagnostic equipment.
• Explain examination process to patients.
• Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.
• Ensure patients welfare and assist physician with medical procedures
• Plan daily, regular and STAT scheduling for efficient room utilization.
• Participate in phantom, human and/or animal research.
• Perform patient care techniques including skin preparation, I.V. placement, vital sign monitoring and recording, and basic life support; prepare and administer contrast material to patients.
• Maintain knowledge of technical developments, software updates, and related subjects by attending meetings, continuing education programs, and participation in professional organizations and/or review journals or publications.

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities required of individuals performing this job.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. ®

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Hours: Includes rotating on-call duties, weekends and holidays.

Education Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Experience Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Minimum 1-year related work experience

Certification Requirements

• Current Permit to Practice issued by the Iowa Department of Public Health for all radiographers operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment is required.
• Current certification or eligibility for certification in diagnostic procedures by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous work or clinical education experience in general radiology in a level 1 Trauma center is desired.
• Recent work or clinical education experience in general radiography is desired.

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.

Moving allowances may be available.

Qualified candidates may be eligible for a minimum sign-on incentive of $5,000 based on years of experience.

Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check.

Benefit Highlights

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• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
• Regular salaried position, shift differential, and overtime pay options. Located in Iowa City, Iowa

Additional Information

• Appointment Type: SEIU
• Classification Title: Senior Imaging Technologist
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation

• Pay Level: 5

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Susan Curtis
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Organization: Healthcare