The Radiology Department intends to hire for two positions at either the Nuclear Medicine Technologist & PET classification or Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist & PET, 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 Hospitals and Clinics department of Radiology is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to work in Nuclear Medicine and PET, performing a variety of complex Nuclear Medicine / Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging and laboratory procedures that require independent judgment and initiative to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing or treating patient illness.
CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop, implement and evaluate technology required for new procedures and new imaging areas; provide instruction to medical staff, technology staff, students and other staff; follow established radiation protection guidelines and develop guidelines for new imaging procedures and imaging areas.
- Perform duties of Staff Nuclear Medicine and PET Technologist as required and assigned.
- Evaluate equipment performance, recognize image artifacts, and initiate corrective action, when needed.
- Develop quality assurance testing parameters for specialized instrumentation.
- Supervise students in specialized imaging areas and in performance of new procedures.
- Coordinate planning and scheduling of diagnostic procedures and imaging areas.
- Requisition and inventory supplies for imaging areas and procedures.
- Consult with attending physicians to improve quality of procedures.
- Interact professionally with patient/family. Provide liaison between medical staff and patients, patients’ families, and hospital staff.
Maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students and the public.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervision is received from the Chief Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist or other designated official.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and students.
Percent of Time: 100%
Will require some additional call, on weekends, holidays, and evenings. May require some hours outside the routine week for clinical research.
The Department of Radiology will be filling this position at one of two levels. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist & PET classification salary is 5, and the Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist & PET classification salary is 6. You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification (Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET) and/or Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET)) you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information.
Benefits 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
Experience Requirements
- A Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology approved by the Council of Education of the American Medical Association or an equivalent combination of training and experience is required.
- A Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
- Reasonable (1-3 years) of progressively responsible experience in dedicated positron emission tomography (PET) procedures and related computer applications are required.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
- Demonstrated ability to perform complex PET examinations.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and implement new projects in PET that advance new clinical applications or research endeavors.
Certification Requirements
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board in nuclear medicine is required.
- Certification as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP) is required.
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in nuclear medicine is required.
- Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in PET.
- Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP) is required.
Desired Qualification
- PET research experience.
- Strong organizational skills.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload Cover Letter and 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.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
For additional questions or concerns, please reach out to Lisa Dunnwald at lisa-dunnwald@uiowa.edu.
Contact Information
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.
Persons with disabilities who need assistance or accommodations with the application or interview process may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu. For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at 319-356-7543.
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