Senior Imaging Technologist/Imaging Technologist - Cedar Rapids Urgent Care (90%)

The University of Iowa Health Care intends to hire for one position at either the Imaging Technologist classification or Senior Imaging Technologist, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please indicate in your cover letter the position you wish to be considered for or indicate both.

The University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient centered 90% Senior Imaging or Imaging Technologist (36 hours) to work in our Cedar Rapids Urgent Care 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. This position supports our UI Health Care Clinics and may travel between clinics to provide continued support. Selective candidates eligible for a sign-on bonus of $10,000. Current UI employees are not eligible.

• Percent of Time: 90% (36 hours a week)

• Schedule: Shifts to be completed Monday-Friday, no weekends; two 14-hour shifts (0700-2100) and one 8-hour shift (1300-2100); rotating holidays 

• Location: Cedar Rapids, IA -Availability to provide support to other clinics within a 2-hour radius required. Fleet Car provided.  Paid drive time. 

• Pay Grade: see below.

• Salary Pay Structure SEIU:  https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan

UI Health Care will be filling this position at one of two levels.

§  The Imaging Technologist classification salary is 4.

§  The Senior Imaging Technologist classification salary is 5. 

You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification (Imaging Technologist and/or Senior Imaging Technologist) you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information. 

Position Responsibilities:

• 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; phlebotomy; runs all controls; maintains logbooks.  

• Works closely with all inspectors.

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

• 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