University of Iowa
Nuclear Medicine - PET Tech or Senior Nuclear Medicine - PET Tech
University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa, United States, 52240
Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PET
The Radiology Department intends to hire for one position at either the Senior Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classification or Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classification, 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 Department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a variety of complex nuclear medicine imaging and laboratory procedures, including the use of positron emission tomography (PET), that require independent judgment and initiative in order to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing or treating patient illness. Position Responsibilities:
Characteristic duties and responsibilities include: Perform complex PET examinations. Demonstrate and display a thorough knowledge of PET tracers and their relation to molecular physiological functions. Provide instruction to new and current staff technologists, students and medical staff. Evaluate equipment performance, recognize image artifacts, and initiate corrective action, when needed. Develop PET examinations; create written protocols and scanning parameters. Explain and demonstrate methodologies for procedures, equipment and devices to residents, physicians, students and staff new hires. Develop, implement and evaluate technology required for new procedures. Troubleshoot computer or equipment malfunctions. Interact professionally with patient/family. Provide liaison between medical staff and patients, patients' families, and hospital staff. Perform duties of Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET). Supervision is received from the Chief Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist or other designated official. Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and students. Percent of Time: 100% Pay Grade: 6 Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts (0800-1630) or four 10-hours shifts (0700-1730) The Department of Radiology will be filling this position at one of two levels. The Nuclear Med Tech classification salary is 5, and the Senior Nuclear Med Tech classification salary is 6. You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information. Benefits highlights include: 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 Education requirements include: A Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience requirements include: Reasonable (1-3 years) of progressively responsible experience in Nuclear Medicine and dedicated PET procedures and related computer applications are required (Senior). Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required (Senior). Demonstrated ability to perform complex PET examinations (Senior). Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and implement new projects in PET that advance new clinical applications or research endeavors (Senior). Certification requirements include: Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in nuclear medicine is required (Both). Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in PET (Senior). Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP) is required (Both). Desired qualifications include: PET research experience (Senior). Strong organizational skills (Senior). To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a 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 7 calendar days or until position is filled. Moving allowances may be available. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.
The Radiology Department intends to hire for one position at either the Senior Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classification or Nuclear Medicine Tech (PET) classification, 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 Department of Radiology is seeking a Senior Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform a variety of complex nuclear medicine imaging and laboratory procedures, including the use of positron emission tomography (PET), that require independent judgment and initiative in order to obtain information for use by physicians in diagnosing or treating patient illness. Position Responsibilities:
Characteristic duties and responsibilities include: Perform complex PET examinations. Demonstrate and display a thorough knowledge of PET tracers and their relation to molecular physiological functions. Provide instruction to new and current staff technologists, students and medical staff. Evaluate equipment performance, recognize image artifacts, and initiate corrective action, when needed. Develop PET examinations; create written protocols and scanning parameters. Explain and demonstrate methodologies for procedures, equipment and devices to residents, physicians, students and staff new hires. Develop, implement and evaluate technology required for new procedures. Troubleshoot computer or equipment malfunctions. Interact professionally with patient/family. Provide liaison between medical staff and patients, patients' families, and hospital staff. Perform duties of Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PET). Supervision is received from the Chief Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist or other designated official. Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and students. Percent of Time: 100% Pay Grade: 6 Schedule: Five 8-hour shifts (0800-1630) or four 10-hours shifts (0700-1730) The Department of Radiology will be filling this position at one of two levels. The Nuclear Med Tech classification salary is 5, and the Senior Nuclear Med Tech classification salary is 6. You must indicate in your cover letter the level of classification you wish to be considered for or indicate both. See required qualifications for additional information. Benefits highlights include: 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 Education requirements include: A Bachelor's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology or other Allied Health Sciences discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Experience requirements include: Reasonable (1-3 years) of progressively responsible experience in Nuclear Medicine and dedicated PET procedures and related computer applications are required (Senior). Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required (Senior). Demonstrated ability to perform complex PET examinations (Senior). Demonstrated ability to initiate, develop and implement new projects in PET that advance new clinical applications or research endeavors (Senior). Certification requirements include: Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in nuclear medicine is required (Both). Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in PET (Senior). Certification as a Nuclear Medical Technologist by the Iowa Public Health Department as documented by an Iowa Permit to Practice (IPP) is required (Both). Desired qualifications include: PET research experience (Senior). Strong organizational skills (Senior). To be considered, applicants must upload a resume and a 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 7 calendar days or until position is filled. Moving allowances may be available. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.