Imaging Technologist/Senior Imaging Technologist - MRI (Multiple Openings)

Imaging Technologist/Senior Imaging Technologist

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Radiology is seeking an Imaging Technologist or Senior Imaging Technologist to perform and provide instruction in specialized diagnostic radiography procedures using advanced imaging equipment within our MRI division. This position is responsible for closely monitoring patients throughout examinations while ensuring high-quality imaging outcomes. In addition, the position performs general radiography procedures across a variety of clinical settings, including Adult and Pediatric Radiology, the Emergency Department, Operating Rooms, Fluoroscopy, and Orthopedic Clinics.

Position Responsibilities:

• Operates, adjusts, and manipulates computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized axial tomographic, angiographic, magnetic resonance systems and multiple modalities of other general diagnostic equipment
• Maintains, operates and trouble-shoots and reports equipment failures
• Instructs trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions
• Explains examination process to patients
• Ensures patients welfare and assists physicians with medical procedures
• Performs patient care techniques including skin preparation, I.V. placement, vital sign monitoring and recording, and basic life support; prepares and administers contrast material to patients
• Maintains records and results of examinations and archive computer data
• Plans daily, regular and STAT scheduling for efficient room utilization
• Participates in on-call coverage
• Assists with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.
• Participates in phantom, human and/or animal research
• Maintains 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
• Performs quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance
• Instructs and/or evaluates the clinical abilities and performance of Radiology Technology or sub-specialty students on a clinical rotation.
• Maintains effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public

Available Shifts:

• 1st Shift; Saturday and Sunday; 0700-1930
• 2nd Shift; Monday - Friday; 1400-0030; 4-10 hr shifts
• 2nd Shift; Monday - Friday; 1500-2230
• 3rd Shift; Monday - Friday: 2300-0700

Percent of Time: 60% - 100%

Pay Grade: 4/5/6

Pay Structure:

Benefit 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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Education Requirements

• Consideration for the Senior Imaging Technologist position requires the following: A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Consideration for the Imaging Technologist position requires the following: Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education

Experience Requirements

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills

Certification Requirements

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

Desirable Qualifications

• Previous work or clinical education experience in general radiology in a level 1 Trauma center
• Recent work or clinical education experience in CT
• MRI Modality Training
• MRI Certification

Application Process:

This posting is for multiple openings and will be posted for 90 calendar days. At the end of the 90-day posting period, candidates may reapply to be considered for additional openings. For questions or additional information, please contact Lani Noska at View email address on click.appcast.io.

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.