Imaging Technologist - Uicc Johnston/Des Moines Specialty Clinics (50%)

The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered 50% Imaging Technologist (20 hours) to work in our UICC Des Moines Johnston Clinic supporting our Adult & Pediatric Specialty Clinic. This position will provide exceptional care to both our adult population surrounding hepatitis, liver failure, and pancreato-biliary disease and responsible for patient care in a multi-specialty clinic working with both adult and pediatric patients. This position will mainly support our Johnston Clinic but could float to other patient specialties/clinic locations including but not limited to: Pediatrics and/or Specialty/Outreach Clinics.

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!

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Duties to include:

• Operate, adjust, and manipulate computerized electronic and mechanical components of computerized diagnostic equipment.

• Maintain, operate and trouble-shoot and report equipment failures.

• Instruct trainees, students and staff on equipment operation and safety precautions.

• Explain examination process to patients.

• Ensure patients welfare and assist physician with medical procedures.

• 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.

• Performs proficiency testing for the lab; runs all controls; maintains logbooks.

• Works closely with all inspectors.

• Maintain records and results of examinations and archive computer data.

• 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.

• Schedule's test, procedures, and admissions outside the clinic as directed by LIP.

• Maintains examination rooms. Stocks necessary medical and radiologic supplies

• Assist with inventory, ordering supplies, and maintaining quality assurance in accordance with hospital, departmental and clinical unit standards.

• 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.

• Perform quality assurance procedures and evaluate systems performance.

• Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.

• Works independently with limited supervision.

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.

WE CARE Core Values:

• Welcoming

• We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.

• Excellence

• We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.

• Collaboration

• We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.

• Accountability

• We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.

• Respect

• We are committed to ensuring that UI Health Care is an inclusive environment where individuals from the full spectrum of diversity - which includes identity, backgrounds, cultures, ability and perspective -feel safe, seen, and valued.

• Equity

• We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education and health.

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Johnston, IA and surrounding cities (as needed)

The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including a double retirement match, paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits

Percent of Time: 50% (20 hours per week)

Schedule: Monday

• Friday; variable hours accomplished between 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, No weekends, no holidays, no on-call time.

Location: Johnston, IA (and surround clinics/locations based on clinic needs/hours)

Pay Grade: 23 https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan

Salary: $21,407 - $30,329.12 / Hourly: $20.59 - $36.36 (based on years of experience)

Education Requirement:

• Imaging Technologist: Requires Successful completion of two-year or other approved program by Joint Review Committee in Radiologic Technology Education is required.

Experience Requirements:

• Must maintain current certification in American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or other radiologic related technological certification.

• Iowa Permit to Practice as required by the State of Iowa for all technologists operating ionizing radiation emitting equipment.

• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work in a team-based setting.

• Driver's License and ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards

Desirable Qualifications:

• Membership in appropriate professional organizations desired.

• Previous work or clinical education experience in general radiology in an acute care environment, Emergency Department/Trauma Center is desired.

• Recent work or clinical education experience in pediatrics is desired.

• Knowledge of University of Iowa policies and procedures and experience.

In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (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. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Jennifer-L-Allen@uiowa.edu.

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.

Additional Information

• Classification Title: Imaging Technologist

• Appointment Type: SEIU

• Schedule: Part-time

• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 23

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare

• Contact Name: Jennifer Allen

• Contact Email: Jennifer-L-Allen@uiowa.edu