Senior Imaging Technologist - 90% Uicc Urgent Care

The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered 90% Senior Imaging Technologist (36 hours) to work in our UICC Urgent Care Clinic. This position is responsible for perform diagnostic imaging procedures utilizing advanced imaging technology/equipment, explain examination procedures to patients and monitor their status, and instruct students and staff on examination and equipment operations and ensures all imaging protocols are being used correctly. This position comes with the University of Iowa's generous, full benefit package including double-match retirement, paid vacation and sick leave, free parking and much more.

• Salary: https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/plans
• Pay Grade: 35
• Schedule: Variable hours Monday - Friday, rotating holidays
• Percent of Time: 90% (36 hours a week)

Position Responsibilities

• Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies
• Performs proficiency testing for the lab; runs all controls; maintains logbooks.
• Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.
• Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.
• Works independently with limited supervision.
• Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.
• 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.
• Works closely with all inspectors
• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.
• 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.
• Schedule's test, procedures, and admissions outside the clinic as directed by LIP.
• Explain examination process to patients.
• Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.
• Ensure patients welfare and assist physician with medical procedures
• Develops and processes radiologic film or creates image from CR unit. Delivers film/image to provider for reading/interpretation. Ensures film/image is conveyed to UIHC Radiology for over-read.

Responsible For One Or More Of The Following Duties

• Participates in training employees in equipment operation, patient movement, and quality assurance.
• Ability to respond to audit inquires including imaging and safety.
• Leads audit and improvement efforts for accrediting bodies.
• Assist in creating schedules, vacation planning, on-call coverage
• Provides an additional support function for clinical operations. (Example ordering)
• Instruct and/or evaluate the clinical abilities and performance of Radiology Technology or sub-specialty students on a clinical rotation.

Department Summary

University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) provides comprehensive care to the Iowa City community and beyond. With 9 community clinics, including Quick Cares and Urgent Care, in the Muscatine, Riverside, and Iowa City corridor, UICC is home to providers and staff that provide comprehensive care outside of the hospital setting and give the community a sense of care whenever they need it most.

Benefits Highlights

• 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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• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa

Education Required

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

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must maintain current certification in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and/or other radiologic related technological certification and Iowa Permit to Practice as required by the State of Iowa for all technologists operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment.
• 2 years' experience in general radiology.
• Ability to work in a team-based setting.

Desirable Qualifications

• Driver’s License and ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards is desired.
• Willingness to train in additional modalities.
• Membership in appropriate professional organizations desired.

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume, and plain text cover letter 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. Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. For questions, contact [email protected].

The department intends to hire for one position from either Senior Imaging Technologist (Requisition # 23003727) or Imaging Technologist (Requisition # 23003733) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both.

Additional Information

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

Compensation

• Pay Level: 35

Contact Information

• Contact Name: Rebecca Haganman
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Organization: Healthcare