Career Pathways
Workforce Development Center
Welcome to University of Utah Health’s Career Pathways page. We know navigating the next step in your career can be tricky at times. You may ask yourself, “What options are available for me?” or “What position would be the right one to help me advance in my career?” This page will serve as a resource to help you find possible next steps in different career fields.
What are Career Pathways? Career pathways support workers’ transitions from education into and through the workforce. Pathways combine education and experience to support the development of a variety of careers.
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Non-Clinical Roles 
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Radiology 
Respiratory Therapy 
Surgical Technicians 
Ultrasonography Nursing
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| 7676 | Health Care Assistant | This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse. The incumbent will have direct contact with patients and their families as well as perform indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients within their environment. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | One of the following:
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| 700014 | Behavioral Health Care Assistant | This position provides patient care at the direction of a Registered Nurse. Requiring direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment. This position provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for both medical and psychiatric patients and assists with the provision of basic patient care needs. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. |
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| 7628 | Nurse Apprentice | This position is responsible for providing patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Providing direct contact with patients and their families as well as the performance of indirect patient care activities necessary to support patients and their environment. Once the incumbent successfully passes nursing board exams and is licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, the incumbent must apply for a Clinical Nurse position to be promoted. | One of the following:
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| 7605 | Inpatient Nurse I | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7607 | Inpatient Nurse II | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7609 | Inpatient Nurse III | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. |
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| 7681 | Outpatient Nurse I | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7691 | Outpatient Nurse II | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7669 | Outpatient Nurse III | This position is responsible for delivering exceptional nursing care to patients by utilizing strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions to modify symptoms, and develop and implement patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes and ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7621 | Procedural Nurse | This position has the responsibility of providing nursing services to Cath Lab/EP, Interventional Radiology, or Endoscopy patients; setting-up electrical and hemodynamic transducers and amplifiers; recording and obtaining hemodynamic, electrical and angiographic data; and assessing patients during the procedures and delivered therapy. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7785 | Procedural Nurse III | This position has the responsibility of providing nursing services to Cath Lab/EP, Interventional Radiology, or Endoscopy patients; setting-up electrical and hemodynamic transducers and amplifiers; recording and obtaining hemodynamic, electrical and angiographic data; and assessing patients during the procedures and delivered therapy. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 700256 | Palliative Care Nurse | This position is responsible for coordinating care for patients with serious illnesses that require palliative and end of life supportive care. The palliative care nurse will work within a large interdisciplinary team of palliative medicine experts who are focused on providing relief from the complex physical and emotional symptoms of serious illness and be a resource for nurses providing palliative and end of life care. The goal is to improve quality of life. Providing education, support, and resources to patients and their families around what to expect in the future with their illness is key to advocating for care that is matched to the goals and priorities of patients and families. | Required:
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| 700276 | Radiation Oncology Procedural Nurse | This position has the responsibility of providing nursing services to both pediatric and adult patients in the department of Radiation Oncology at Huntsman Cancer Hospital. The procedural nurse will be involved in the coordination of care and services and the delivery of exceptional care to patients. This position requires strong organizational skills to assess patient status and needs, including but not limited to, coordination with other teams both on site and external. The nurse will obtain pre-procedure assessment on the patient, assist the attending MD with the procedure and will provide post procedure monitoring and care. This position may require providing medications as ordered within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7668 | Procedural Area Nurse Educator | This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. The Nurse Educator coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The nurse educator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The Nurse Educator understands and promotes University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Initiatives. They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may require the provision of direct patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Preferred:
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| 7638 | Wound Ostomy Nurse | This position is responsible for providing comprehensive direct care for patients with abdominal ostomies, complex wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers and skin integrity problems. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7591 | Nurse Specialist, Wound Ostomy | This position is responsible for providing comprehensive direct care for patients with abdominal ostomies, complex wounds, fistulas, pressure ulcers and skin integrity problems. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7610 | Vascular Access Nurse | The position is responsible for inserting and monitoring peripherally placed central venous, mid-line, and peripheral I.V. catheters. The incumbent acts as a resource and consultant for staff with regard to I.V. therapy assessment, products and procedures. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7592 | Vascular Access Nurse Specialist | The position is responsible for inserting and monitoring peripherally placed central venous, mid-line, and peripheral I.V. catheters. The incumbent acts as a resource and consultant for staff with regard to I.V. therapy assessment, products and procedures. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7622 | Clinical Nurse Coordinator | This position is responsible for assisting with the management of the patient care department by; coordinating staff development/education, quality improvement activities, scheduling staff hours, and performing other duties to facilitate nursing care for patients. Works under the direction of the Nurse Manager/department leadership and in conjunction with other members of the management team. This position is responsible for patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7660 | MCS/VAD Coordinator | Responsible for providing care to patients who receive mechanical circulatory support as an advanced surgical treatment for heart failure. They facilitate the process of mechanical circulatory support therapy from patient identification and evaluation through implantation and post-implantation follow up. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7602 | Patient Access Coordinator | This position coordinates patient admissions to the hospital, and all patient transfers between patient care areas. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7618 | Patient Care Coordinator | This position provides clinical expertise and coordination of care and services aimed at enhancing patient-centered care and maximizing outcomes across the patient care continuum from pre-admission through discharge, including monitoring patient care to ensure progress towards desired outcomes, addressing patient and family needs, resolving obstacles to effective care and together with the interdisciplinary team, planning for patient discharge. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7525 | Patient Safety Analyst | This position is managed by the Director of Patient Safety and reports through the Director of System Quality, Patient Safety and Value. This position supports all aspects of the Patient Safety program for University of Utah Health, including work to identify, investigate, analyze, and address factors that pose risks to patients or which contribute to patient harm. Responsibilities also include working across the organization with physician leaders, operational leaders, Nursing Quality Directors, Allied Health, the Departments of Risk Management and Quality, Patient Experience, Resiliency Center, Graduate Medical Education, faculty and direct service staff throughout acute care, primary care, outpatient services and academic service lines. The intent of this position is to increase the capability of the organization to provide safe care, enhance the adoption of safe clinical practices, work to embed the culture of safety throughout the organization and to develop a culture of continual learning. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients. | Required: One of the following:
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| 700253 | Nurse Care Coordinator | This position provides clinical expertise, coordination of care and services and the delivery of exceptional nursing care to patients. The care provided by this position is provided via the telephone and various computer systems utilized by the organization. This position requires strong organizational and leadership skills to assess patient status, implement clinical nursing interventions, and to support the development and implementation of patient care plans to enhance and improve outcomes. This position does not require the individual to be onsite to provide care; however, onsite training or work may be required depending upon clinic or business need. | Required:
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| 7183 | Telemedicine Coordinator | Coordinates and facilitates patient appointments, including, but not limited to: ensuring all regulatory processes are in place, ensure coordination of consent being obtained and documented, equipment is functional, patient privacy laws are maintained, and EPIC encounter is accurate and complete. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7627 | Transplant Coordinator | Is responsible for facilitating the education and evaluation of recipients and live donors pre and post-transplantation and is responsible for ongoing assessment, monitoring, education and intervention in the care of the transplanted patients. The coordinator provides education to health care providers and the general public regarding their specific area of transplantation and organ donation. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7603 | Trauma Outreach and Prevention Coordinator | This position provides trauma related outreach and education to pre-hospital and hospital care providers. The incumbent acts as the injury prevention coordinator for the community, state and region. This position has the responsibility to develop and implement plans for education, outreach and prevention programs as needed throughout our referral area. They also have the responsibility to develop guidelines and practices that help promote health and safety. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7524 | Bone Marrow Transplant Coordinator | This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the transplant from the initial consultation to admission or outpatient transplant. Including the financial, physiological and psychosocial assessment of the patient and their family. This position is responsible for some or all of the below functions depending on what type of transplant is being coordinated. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7606 | Cardiology Clinic Coordinator | This position provides clinical expertise and coordination of care for patients and families under direct or indirect supervision of a physician to ensure optimal patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7256 | Cath/EP or Radiology Clinical Coordinator | This position is responsible for coordinating the care for all Invasive Cardiology or Radiology targeted requests for patients based on clinical needs, physician, resource and patient availability. This role is also responsible for educating the patient during all stages of scheduling. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7637 | Outreach Education Coordinator | This position is responsible for providing consistent emergency burn care and prevention education throughout the Burn Unit's coverage area. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7659 | Magnet Coordinator | This position will oversee the planning, coordination, education, implementation/integration, evaluation, and ongoing compliance with the Magnet program. The incumbent cultivates a Professional Practice Model environment, while ensuring that we align with the components of Magnet: Transformational Leadership, Structural Empowerment, Exemplary Professional Practice, New Knowledge Innovations and Improvement, and Empirical Outcomes. This position organizes and assigns duties to employees and advises the departmental administrators of the program's activities. | Preferred:
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| 7619 | Case Manager | This position provides clinical case management services aimed at enhancing patient-centered care and maximizing outcomes across the patient care continuum from pre-admission through post-discharge. Case management services include monitoring patient care to ensure progress toward desired outcome, addressing patient and family needs, resolving obstacles to effective care, coordinating care with payers and vendors, patients and families. Together with the multiple other internal team member the case manager is responsible for establishing, monitoring and executing patients discharge plan. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7653 | Case Management Specialist | This position is responsible to work with the acutely admitted Traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Commercial, Federal, State and unfunded patients. It utilizes skills and knowledge as a subject matter expert to guide case management and facility staff to improve patient care within these populations and to decrease hospital financial risk. It educates organizational employees on practices relevant to these populations. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Preferred:
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| 7162 | Case Management Supervisor | This position is responsible for the day to day management of the Case Management Department. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 700274 | Assistant Nurse Manager | Position requires approval from CNO. This position will work directly under the Nurse Manager to assist in the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, for their assign nursing unit. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the Nursing Manager in leading the functions of their assigned area. The Assistant Nurse Manager works directly with Nurse Manager to ensure patient safety and quality of care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7630 | Manager, Nursing | This position manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for their assign nursing unit. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the CNO and Nursing Director in leading the functions of their assigned area. The Nurse Manager works directly with nursing leadership to ensure patient safety and quality of care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7640 | Utilization Review Nurse | This position is responsible for maintaining the financial integrity of both the patient and the organization through the provision of quality based patient care focusing on the medical necessity and efficiency of the delivery of such care; achieved via managing the cost of care while providing timely and accurate information to third party payers and medical care team. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Preferred:
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| 7601 | Nursing Supervisor | This position is responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes safety and well-being of all patients throughout the organization. Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates all intradepartmental and interdepartmental activities. The incumbent is responsible for all on-site administrative decisions in the absence of the administrative team. Seeks input from the administrator-on-call and other members of the management team as indicated. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of hospital policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action. This position may be required to provide direct patient care as needed by area of assignment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7243 | CDI Nursing Supervisor | This position is responsible for the oversight of on-site and remote Clinical Documentation Improvement (CDI) functions for all inpatient care areas. Plans, directs, and coordinates day to day operations of CDI nurses and coders. Seeks input from CDI Manager and other members of the HI Management team as indicated, and is responsible for all managerial responsibilities in the absence of the CDI Manager. The incumbent participates in the development, implementation, and revision of CDI policies and procedures. This position supervises employees or processes by coordinating and overseeing work assignments. This individual participates in the interview process as well as assesses, develops, and provides training for new and existing employees. This position has the authority to determine appropriate training needs and initiate disciplinary action. This position collaborates and coordinates activities with Quality & Patient Safety to achieve CDI and University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics goals. | Required:
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| 7632 | Certified Nurse Midwife | This position is responsible for acting as a primary health advisor to the community, providing the full range of needs assessment, patient care planning, and performance of routine and emergency procedures for patients, including handling of life threatening complications for mother and infant. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7613 | Nursing Professional Development (NPD) Practitioner | This position is responsible for facilitating, coordinating, and ensuring the evaluation, training, and education of clinical staff. The incumbent may be assigned by the Clinical Staff Education department (CSE) to one or more clinical departments or areas and is specifically responsible for assessing and addressing educational needs in the assigned area(s), in collaboration with the CSE department and unit/department/service line leadership. This includes managing accurate and timely staff education records and teaching clinical content. The incumbent will maintain clinical competence in their area of specialty. The NPD Practitioner is a registered nurse who influences professional role competence and professional growth of learners in a variety of settings. The NPD Practitioner supports lifelong learners in an inter professional environment that facilitates continuous development and learning for the health care team. | Preferred:
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| 7641 | Perinatal Flight Nurse | This position has responsibility for providing advanced life support for critically ill/injured obstetrical and neonatal patients at the scene or inter-hospital facility as part of an air transport team, under the stresses of flight and hazardous environmental conditions. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7643 | Perinatal Flight Nurse Supervisor | This position oversees the delivery of patient care and customer service through the supervision of staff, ensuring quality control and performing technical procedures commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and/or licensure. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7623 | Flight Nurse | This position has responsibility for providing advanced life support for critically ill/injured patients at the scene or inter-hospital facility as part of an air transport team, under the stresses of flight and hazardous environmental conditions. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7781 | Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Flight Nurse | This position is used by CVICU Department only. This position has responsibility for providing clinical care for the critically ill patient requiring mechanical cardiac support device(s) as part of the air transport team, under the stresses of flight and hazardous environmental conditions. This position is the knowledge expert on MCS equipment management in flight. The MCS CVICU RN and the Air Med RN will work collaboratively in flight to care for the patient under the direction of Medical Control and/or CVICU MCS protocols. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. **Internal Pathway for CVICU RN** | Required:
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| 700220 | Manager, Flight Nurse | This position is focused on clinical operations for the AirMed flight program. This position is responsible for directing the planning, organizing, and control of all aspects of the assigned department's customer and patient service. In conjunction with their skills as a licensed practitioner, the incumbent is also responsible for the human resource and financial management operations of the assigned area. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 700170 | AirMed Outreach Coordinator | This position provides outreach and education related to pre-hospital and hospital care providers for Airmed. The incumbent acts as the injury prevention coordinator for the community, state and region. This position has the responsibility to develop and implement plans for education, outreach and prevention programs as needed throughout our referral area. They also have the responsibility to develop guidelines and practices that help promote health and safety. | Required:
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| 700223 | AirMed Base Nurse Supervisor | The Base Supervisor plays an integral role in the oversight of daily operations of assigned base(s). Responsibilities include supervising personnel and coordinating the activities of the clinical personnel and daily base operations; assisting the leadership team in the implementation and execution of new and existing AirMed processes and guidelines; performs the duties of an active flight crew member. The Base Supervisor is required to work the majority of their clinical shifts at their assigned base. | Required:
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| 7647 | AirMed Education Coordinator | This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for patients and staff. It coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The Coordinator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The Coordinator understands and promotes University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values, and Initiatives. They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7636 | Informatics Nurse | Incumbents in this position are responsible for integrating nursing knowledge and science with computer science and information systems for clinicians using the electronic medical records. | Preferred:
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| 700241 | Informatics Nurse Supervisor | Under the direction of the nurse manager, this role plans, directs, and evaluates the overall informatics related operational functions of the department. Coordinates the activities of the department, including organizing, directing, and assigning work to other staff as needed. Critical thinking, creativity, and ability to function appropriately given a certain degree of latitude is required. The position serves as a lead with overall responsibility in implementing and supporting the technology tools that bring information to our nursing staff and make providing exceptional care to our patients more streamlined, compliant, and consistent. Incumbents in this position use their collective nursing experience, informatics experience and leadership experience to assist the Informatics Nurse Manager with the needs of the department. Incumbent may be assigned in areas such as orientation, leader development, change management, employee engagement, or other areas as needed. This position is not responsible for providing care to patients. | Preferred:
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| 700196 | Nurse Specialist, Elder Life | The position is responsible for patient assessments and will develop interdisciplinary plans. Collaborates with interdisciplinary care of professionals and volunteers. The incumbent will provide ongoing educational programs in geriatric nursing care and mentor colleagues. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 700299 | Electrophysiology Nurse, Associate | The Associate Electrophysiology Nurse provides nursing care to Electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the entry nurse position in the Electrophysiology Lab. The associate nurse performs at a task-oriented skill level, and performs troubleshooting and complex tasks under the guidance of experienced nurses. This position includes an orientation to the nurse monitor, nurse circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. Associate nursing responsibilities include safety checks, equipment management, product entry, patient documentation in Epic, administration of medications, and moderate sedation, hemodynamic monitoring, rhythm interpretation, assisting in EP procedures in the Hybrid OR, assisting with anesthetized patients, patient preparation, scrubbing into sterile procedures and sheath management. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and are active participants with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice past task orientated care. | Preferred:
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| 700300 | Electrophysiology Nurse, Intermediate | This position provides nursing care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the second level nursing position in the Electrophysiology Lab. The intermediate nurse performs the essential functions of the position with minimal prompting and with the ability to troubleshoot simple issues. Intermediate nursing responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment connectology, conduction measurements, stimulator, pacing maneuvers, table/stand control modules/console for the nurse monitor, nurse circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and are active participants with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 700302 | Electrophysiology Nurse, Advanced | This position provides nursing care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the fourth level nursing position in the Electrophysiology Lab. The advanced nurse performs in role with mature and practiced understanding. Their library of knowledge and experience gives them an intuitive approach to their work. Advanced nurses are fluid, flexible and very proficient in their skill set. The incumbent will engage in critical reflection to improve for the future without the need of prompting. They welcome feedback and are willing to explain rationale and share knowledge. Advanced nurse responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advanced equipment connectology, all equipment troubleshooting, pocket closures, high risk, low volume, and complex case Pruka knowledge for the nurse monitor, nurse circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level. | Preferred:
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| 700301 | Electrophysiology Nurse, Senior | This position provides nursing care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the third level nursing position in the Electrophysiology Lab. The senior nurse has gained the experience to recognize long term views from continually putting tasked actions together to help think about multiple possibilities/outcomes in some situations. The senior nurse can complete all tasks without any prompting and has started to move past tasked work, is working based on levels of importance. The senior nurse can troubleshoot most issues without needing help. Senior nursing responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advanced equipment connectology , knowledge of substitution in procedural supplies, indication of use for catheter, Pruka knowledge, different pacing modalities, electricity, abnormal anatomy and physiology and high risk patient considerations for procedures for the nurse monitor, nurse circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and are active participants with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice. | Preferred:
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| 7655 | Clinical Education Outreach Nurse | This position is responsible for outreach, coordination, and facilitation of clinical staff education for internal and external customers, as well as initiating, nurturing, and maintaining collaborative relationships with internal and external partners. The position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating student placements and/or healthcare worker placement. The position will participate as a member of the assigned team in the development, implementation, and coordination of clinical education programs and quality improvement systems and processes. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7054 | Clinical Outreach and Development Coordinator | This position is responsible for outreach, education, and marketing of a specific clinical program to internal and external customers as well as assisting with patient care for the assigned area. This position will participate in the development, implementation, and coordination of the clinical services and programs. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7096 | Clinical Quality Assurance Analyst | This position is responsible for monitoring and evaluating incoming and/or outgoing nurse triage calls to measure compliance to department policies and procedures. Ensures representatives are handling calls in the most efficient and effective manner, while providing an exceptional patient experience. This position is also responsible for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. This position will act as the catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. This position understands and promotes the University of Utah Health Mission, Vision, Values and initiatives. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7634 | Clinical Support Specialist | This position is responsible for promoting sound clinical practices using a variety of communication strategies, maintaining and overseeing technical functions of various programs, coordinating internship programs and performing a variety of project management tasks to enhance the clinical environment. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7346 | Director, Nursing | This position directs the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling all internal operations of assigned clinical departments. This includes the planning and business objectives, budgetary information, human resource and financial management operations of assigned departments. The incumbent acts as a catalyst between the department and its customers, and staff, to ensure continuity and quality of service and care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7341 | Senior Director, Nursing | This position directs the human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for their assigned nursing areas. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the Chief Nursing Officer in leading the functions of their nursing areas. The Senior Director Nursing works directly with nurse managers to ensure patient safety and quality of care are provided. The incumbent also acts as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7978 | Senior Director, Inpatient Medical Rehabilitation | This position oversees the coordination, management, and direction of the Inpatient Medical Rehabilitation Unit by working directly with nurse managers to ensure patient safety and quality of care provided. This position serves as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service. | Preferred:
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| 7557 | Senior Director, Ambulatory Services | This position directs the human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for assigned area by working directly with nurse managers to ensure patient safety and quality of care provided. Provides Clinical Operations oversight for Ambulatory Practice/Service Delivery areas, including 12 Primary Care and Specialty Care practices and Urgent Care services. Additionally, provides oversight of Nursing Triage/Call Center for Health System's inbound and outbound transition calls. This position serves as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service. | Preferred:
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| 7315 | Senior Director, Outpatient Perioperative Services | This position directs the human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for outpatient preoperative care by working directly with nurse managers to ensure patient safety and quality of care provided. This position serves as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service. | Preferred:
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| 7330 | Senior Director, Perioperative Clinical Operations | This position directs the human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for outpatient preoperative care by working directly with nurse managers to ensure patient safety and quality of care provided. This position serves as a catalyst between departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position also provides leadership for scheduling, OR Nurse Internship program and charge analytics in collaboration with entity leadership. It focuses on the operational strategies, priorities and initiatives in collaboration with executive leadership by participating in strategic visioning, planning, leadership, project oversight and financial objectives for the key services functions. This incumbent will provide insight into operational performance and make recommendations for improving functionality and performance. The incumbent will also valuate current and proposed operational systems and procedures by collecting and analyzing data from technology systems, operational practices, emerging industry trends, expansion opportunities, and financial objectives to improve business performance, process improvement and create a division of excellence. This position serves as a catalyst within system and department leadership in moving the organization forward to support financial, quality and patient centered goals. The incumbent provides input to strategic decisions that affect all perioperative and ancillary service lines and presents organizational review reports to management for use in the business objectives and goals of the department. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients at this time. | Required:
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| 700144 | Senior Director, Professional Nursing Practice, Research & Academics | The leader in this position formally advances professional nursing practice, research and evidenced based practice, and the academic-practice partnership between the University of Utah College of Nursing (CON) and University of Utah Health Department of Nursing. The Sr. Nursing Director will assist the Chief Nursing Officer and work collaboratively with the entire senior nursing team to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care. This role provides strategic leadership and recommendations on professional practice issues in the clinical, education, quality and research domains as identified by clinical directors, clinical managers, and clinical nurses. Responsible for identifying, leading, directing, and evaluating projects and initiatives to advance the academic-practice partnership. Leads the development, integration and advancement of evidence based innovation into practice. | Required:
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| 700264 | Senior Nursing Administrator, Huntsman Cancer Hospital | The Senior Nursing Administrator, Huntsman Cancer Hospital (HCH), has operational and functional responsibility for the nursing clinical care of HCH’s inpatient units, and outpatient clinics and infusion rooms. This position coordinates clinical care in all areas of the cancer hospital, including surgery, radiology, radiation oncology and interventional radiology. Supports and builds clinical relationships with the HCH affiliate cancer hospitals. Shares reporting responsibility to HCH and U of U Health’s Department of Nursing and is a facilitator and collaborator within HCH and across U of U Health’s departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service for patients at HCH. | Preferred:
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| 700273 | Senior Nursing Administrator, Inpatient | The Senior Nursing Administrator, has operational and functional responsibility for the nursing clinical care within their assigned area. This position coordinates clinical care in all areas of the hospital. Supports and builds clinical relationships with affiliate hospitals. Acts as a facilitator and collaborator within and across U of U Health’s departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service for patients. | Preferred:
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| 700281 | Senior Nursing Administrator, Rehab | The Senior Nursing Administrator, has operational and functional responsibility for the nursing clinical care within their assigned area. This position coordinates clinical care in all areas of the rehabilitation hospital. Supports and builds clinical relationships with affiliate hospitals. Acts as a facilitator and collaborator within and across U of U Health’s departments, faculty, physicians and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service for patients. | Preferred:
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| 700150 | Systems Director, Capacity Management | This position is responsible for all University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics capacity management and patient placement center. The Systems Director will assist the CNO in executive level strategic and administrative management of resources, strategic planning and will facilitate meaningful clinical engagement to achieve high quality and equitable outcomes, an outstanding experience for the patients and clinical teams, and high-value care within all hospital business areas. The incumbent will be responsible for continued efforts in dedication to coordinating patient throughput, optimization of hospital health system resources to achieve appropriate patient placement, treatment and transfers to meet daily business objectives. Working within a complex academic health system and matrixed organization, effective advances in clinical care delivery will require the Systems Director to provide direct supervision over the Patient Placement Center (Clinical Hospital Supervisors, Bed Board and Transfer Center), Resource Nursing, as well as direct supervision over nursing staffing office and processes. Engages and utilizes resources, directs patient throughout the operations and business structure within patient placement activity from all areas of access (ED, OR, Direct Admits, transfers, etc). Will be responsible to assess variables impacting patient placement and develops and implements workflow improvement. Promotes better hospital risk management, accurate demand forecasting acuity aligned clinical staffing and advancing dynamic patient throughput based on real time demand to mitigate risk. Required to educate all stakeholders to ensure compliance with patient flow standard, policies and procedures. Initiates recommendations for improving performance, and collaborates with the patient care units and departments to assist the department in meeting or exceeding objectives. Successfully partner with faculty, operational leaders, and nursing leaders. | Required:
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| 700190 | Systems Director, Clinical Staff Education, Nursing Quality, In | This position is responsible for all University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics clinical staff education, nursing quality, nursing informatics and the Magnet program. The Systems Director will assist the CNO in executive level strategic and administrative management of resources, strategic planning and will facilitate meaningful clinical engagement to achieve high quality and equitable outcomes, an outstanding experience for the patients and clinical teams, and high-value care within all hospital business areas. The incumbent will be responsible for fostering highly collaborative relationships with systems quality, interdisciplinary teams, academic partners and leadership to advance the delivery of high quality patient care. In addition, the role will lead the integration of clinical nursing technology that promotes safer, higher quality and patient-centered care. The Systems Senior Director will lead critical initiatives that influence improved clinical efficiencies, operational, financial and quality outcomes. This position oversees clinical competency, orientation, and professional excellence through ongoing Magnet and accreditation compliance. Working within a complex academic health system and matrixed organization, effective advances in clinical care delivery will require the Systems Senior Director to provide direct administrative supervision of and program development for Clinical Staff Education, Nursing Informatics, Nursing Quality and Magnet. Utilizes knowledge and relationships to align people, processes and resources to enable the delivery of efficient and effective nursing care across the organization. Required to educate all stakeholders to ensure compliance with clinical standards of care and accreditation policies and procedures. Initiates recommendations for improving performance, and collaborates with the patient care units and departments to assist the department in meeting or exceeding objectives. Successfully partner with faculty, operational leaders, and nursing leaders. Organization Impact: Provides overall health system leadership and direction for patient throughput and capacity management resources and functions. Advances the organization and Department of Nursing strategic priorities and directs patient throughput and capacity management services in continuous effective operation, improvement and outcomes. Establishes and defines the metrics that will be used to determine success and drive decisions for inpatient services. Fiscal responsibility for department resources including human resources, equipment, supplies and contracted services. | Required:
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| 7658 | Donation Education Liason | This position is responsible for coordinating quality improvement activities, staff education and development regarding donation after cardiac death cases. They function as a preceptor for students and act as a resource to external contacts and hospital staff in coordinating the repair and replacement of instruments and equipment. They work with the Service Director to identify hospital specific educational needs. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. **Internal Pathway for Critical Care RN** | Required:
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| 700006 | HEDIS Abstractor - RN | Under the direction of the HEDIS team lead, Quality Management, the HEDIS Medical Records Specialist is responsible for conducting the Chart Collection and Chart Abstraction portion of the HEDIS (Healthcare Effectiveness Data and Information Set) Audit. The Specialist is responsible for providing basic administrative and telephonic support for the Quality Improvement department in order to meet deadlines associated within the project. They will coordinate with provider offices to verify information, transfer documents, schedule onsite visits if needed. | Required:
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| 7667 | Lactation Consultant | This position provides lactation and breastfeeding support services to the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and other related departments at the hospital. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7145 | Lead Nurse Practitioner, Huntsman at Home | The Lead Nurse Practitioner, Huntsman at Home provides oversight for Nurse Practitioners and affiliate providers within the Huntsman at Home service line. This position provides clinical direction and education, working closely with operational and physician leaders, in accordance with the agreed vision and business plan for the department. The Lead Nurse Practitioner serves as the catalyst between the department, customers and staff to ensure continuity and quality of service and care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. Care is appropriate to the population served. The Huntsman at Home program is a new initiative at the leading edge of palliative healthcare delivery, which is strengthened by being integrated with the acute Hospital. This new initiative will provide multidisciplinary acute clinical care, palliative care and hospice care in the patient's own home. This community program visits patients in their own home and will take place 7 days a week 365 days a year. It will be supporting, admission avoidance or early discharge from the hospital, in both palliative and end of life care. | Required:
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| 7614 | Nurse Practitioner | This position provides primary care and treatment to a group of patients in a clinic or hospital unit. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 7143 | Nurse Practitioner, Oncology | This Nurse Practitioner, Oncology provides primary care and treatment to cancer patients in a clinic or hospital unit. This position is involved in the development, implementation and evaluation of a seamless specialist service, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of clinical care. The Nurse Practitioner, Oncology is responsible for Advance Care Planning and Goals of Care conversations with patients and their families. This position is responsible for contributing to the ongoing development of clinical practice, research and standards of care within the service, as well as policies, protocols, guidelines and service developments. This position ensures the safety and well-being of service users, working in a manner that promotes dignity and human rights through the adoption of person centered care principles. Dependent upon the department of hire, travel may be required. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. Care is appropriate to the population served. | Preferred:
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| 7612 | Neonatal Nurse Practitioner | This position serves as a consultant, clinician, licensed independent practitioner, and educator within the Newborn Intensive Care Unit. This position demonstrates clinical expertise and in-depth knowledge in the care and education for neonatal conditions and problems. This position serves as an educator to nursing staff, nurse practitioner students, and patients’ families. This position also serves as a consultant to pediatric interns and neonatology fellows. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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| 7629 | Nurse Specialist, Clinical Documentation Improvement | This position is responsible for improving the overall quality and completeness of clinical documentation by communicating with and providing education to physicians, case managers, coders and other health team members to facilitate comprehensive medical record documentation that reflects clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnoses for patients. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7985 | Neonatal Nurse Practitioner - Traveler | This position serves as a consultant, clinician, licensed independent practitioner, and educator within the Newborn Intensive Care Unit. This position demonstrates clinical expertise and in-depth knowledge in the care and education for neonatal conditions and problems. This position serves as an educator to nursing staff, nurse practitioner students, residents, and fellows. This position also serves as an educator to patient families. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
Preferred:
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| 7051 | Manager, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner | This position manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, customer/patient services, and financial management for their assign nursing unit. In support of the organization's goals and mission, the incumbent supports the CNO and Nursing Director in leading the functions of their assigned area. The Neonatal Nurse Manager works directly with nursing leadership to ensure patient safety and quality of care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required:
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This document is a general overview and is not to be used in lieu of the job description. For more information or to learn more, please visit our job library at https://hrit.utah.edu/ . The job library is for employee use only. For non-employees, please contact our Workforce Development Office for more information.
Services and Specialty Care in Nursing
Specialty: Nursing specialties can range from pediatrics to oncology and require specialized training and education to provide expert care in respective areas. U of U Health supports specialized training for our nurses and clinical staff within specialty care.
- Employees: To learn more about specialized training, certifications, financial support and more please visit our Nursing Page found on PULSE or click here.
- Non-Employees: To learn more about specialized training, required certifications and more, please contact our Workforce Development Center to request an appointment to speak with one of our Career Development Counselors.
Services: U of U Health provides a wide range of patient services ranging from Primary Care to Mental Health. Our nurses and clinical staff are well trained and have the opportunity to work within various areas of the organization that support patient care. To learn more about our medical services please click here .
U of U Health Locations: With over 100 specialty services providing best-in-class patient care, U of U Health is comprised of 5 hospitals and 11 community health care centers. Learn more about our locations by clicking here .
Patient Services
- Primary Care
- Urgent Care
- Emergency
- Women’s Health
- Dermatology
- Pediatrics
- Orthopedics
- Eye Care
- Cancer Care
- Behavioral & Mental Health
- Back, Neck & Spine
- Heart & Vascular
- Pediatrics
- & More
Nurses working in our patient services have the opportunity to work in a number of different nursing units
Specialty Nursing Units
- Oncology
- Radiology
- Labor & Delivery
- Acute Care
- Surgical
- Neurology
- Cardiology
- Pediatrics
- Emergency
- ICU
- Fertility
- Respiratory
- Orthopedics
- Urgent Care
- Mental Health
FOR EMPLOYEES ONLY: NURSING RESOURCES
U of U Health Nursing Website
U of U Health supports career development and professional growth for nursing and clinical staff. For more information about careers in nursing, advancement, certifications, education and financial support, please visit our Nursing page located on PULSE or click here .
Links to Resources
Here are some helpful links for current employees to learn more about different career and training opportunities.
Building Career Pathways in Nursing
A combination of education, certifications and relevant work experience within a closely related field or specialty care unit can help build the best foundation for transfer and mobility. For example, ICU nurses with previous work experience in med/surge or acute internal medicine often have the most relevant work experience and skill set for intensive care.
For more information about career pathways or to request an appointment to speak with one of our Workforce Development Counselors.
Transition to Practice, Nurse Residency and Nurse Apprentice opportunities
University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics offers a wide variety of resources to support careers in nursing. Our nurses receive best-in-class training designed to support continued education, professional, leadership and skill development.
Transition to Practice Program: All newly hired RNs in this position will be automatically enrolled in our Transition to Practice program. Various tracks are offered to help introduce and develop new RNs in their area of specialty such as: Oncology, Critical Care, Emergency Care, Acute Care, Perioperative and Ambulatory Clinic Care. Additional instruction on policies, procedures, skills and best practices at University of Utah Hospital and Clinics (UUHC) is also provided.
Nurse Apprentice: University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics offers early start nursing experiences to those in the final semester of their nursing program. Our nurse apprentices will have the opportunity to work directly with patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position includes direct contact with patients, nursing staff and other interdisciplinary team members.
You can learn more about these programs by clicking here .
TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) / Health Care Assistants (HCA)
Training Programs
- Salt Lake Technical College
- Bridgerland Technical College
- Canyons Technical Education Center
- CCCNA
- Davis Technical College
- Dixie State University
- Eagle Gate
- Granite Technical Institute
- Jordan Tech
- Mountainland Technical College
- Ogden Weber Technical College
- Orchard CNA Training Centers
- Ridgeview CNA Program
- Snow College
- Southwest Technical College
- Ridgeview CNA – St George
- Tooele Technical College
- Uintah Basin Technical College
- Utah CNA Training Centers - Clearfield
- Utah CNA Training Centers – Murray
- Utah CNA Training Centers - Orem
- Utah CNA Training Centers – Salt Lake City
Registered Nurse (RN) Programs – BSN / MSN
Training Programs and Degrees Offered
- Joyce University
- Associate of Science in Nursing (AAS)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- BYU College of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- BYU – Idaho
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Eagle Gate College
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- RN to BSN
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Fortis College
- Associate of Science in Nursing (AAS)
- Roseman University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Salt Lake Community College
- Associate of Science in Nursing (AAS)
- University of Utah
- Utah State University
- Associate of Science in Nursing (AAS)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- RN to BSN
- SUU – Southern Utah University
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Utah Valley University
- Weber State University
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Westminster
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Western Governors University
- RN to BSN
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
CAREER EXPLORATION & RESOURCES
For additional career exploration and occupational information about Registered Nurses or to find similar jobs like these, please visit O*NET Online or click here .
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Radiology: Radiological Technologist
| Job Code and Description (Employee Use Only) | U of U Health Job Title | Position Summary | Certification | License | Degree | Experience Required |
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| 7751 | Limited License Radiologic Technician | This position is responsible for performing radiographic procedures involving the application of ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7762 | Radiologic Technologist | Performs radiographic procedures through the application of ionizing radiation to produce images for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7766 | Radiologic Technologist, Interventional – Non Certified | This position is responsible for performing angiography and specialized abdominal and neurovascular types of interventional radiology. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7761 | Radiologic Technologist, Interventional - Certified | This position is responsible for performing angiography and specialized abdominal and neurovascular types of interventional radiology. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:One of the following:
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| 700233 | Limited License Radiologic Technician, Intra-Operative | This position is responsible for performing radiologic procedures using ionizing radiation under the direct supervision of a physician/surgeon. This position operates all medical imaging equipment in the operating room to include portable x-ray machines, mobile fluoroscopy C-Arm, O-Arm, and portable CT. This position is an integral component of the operating room team. This position is responsible for direct patient care. | Required:
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| 7671 | Radiologic Technologist, Intra-Operative | This position is responsible for performing specialized radiologic procedures involving the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position will be responsible to operate imaging devices in the operating room to include portable and fixed fluoroscopy, portable CT, an O-Arm, and portable radiography. This position is an integral component of the operating room team. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7651 | Mammography Technologist, Non-Certified | This position functions as a specialist in various areas of breast imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
| Required:
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| 7754 | Mammography Technologist, Certified | This position functions as a specialist in various areas of breast imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| Preferred:
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| 7249 | Manager, Mammography | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Mammography team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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Preferred:
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| 7756 | Nuclear Medicine Technologist | This position performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures to assist the nuclear medicine physicians, while adhering to all radiation safety policies and functioning as a liaison between the patient and physician. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | One of the following:
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| 7224 | Manager, Nuclear Medicine | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Nuclear Medicine team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7760 | CT Technologist, Certified (CT) | This position is responsible for performing specialized radiologic procedures involving the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7768 | CT Technologist, Non Certified (CT) | This position is responsible for performing specialized radiologic procedures involving the application of prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7255 | Manager, Computed Tomography (CT) | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Computed Tomography (CT) team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 700102 | MRI Technologist, Non-Certified | This position performs duties associated with Magnetic Resonance Imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7755 | MRI Technologist, Certified | This position performs duties associated with Magnetic Resonance Imaging. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7253 | Manager, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) (7253) | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7757 | Radiation Therapist | This position performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients. The incumbent operates specialized X-ray equipment as prescribed by the physician, keeps treatment records and prepares operational reports as required. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care and also applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the radiation oncologist. | Required:
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| 7559 | Radiation Therapist II | This position performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients. The incumbent operates specialized X-ray equipment as prescribed by the physician, keeps treatment records, and prepares operational reports as required. This position is responsible for maintaining, storing and ordering supplies and equipment. This position also applies ionizing radiation to patients in accordance with the prescription and instructions of the Radiation Oncologist. This position is responsible for providing direct patient care. | Required:
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| 7560 | Radiation Therapist, Senior | This position is responsible for providing leadership, mentoring and supervision of staff and advanced radiation therapists for safe, effective and efficient radiation therapy procedures in Radiation Oncology. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7559 | Radiation Therapist, Advanced | This position is responsible for providing leadership, mentoring and supervision of staff radiation therapists for safe, effective and efficient radiation therapy procedures in Radiation Oncology. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7406 | Radiology Technology Program Administrator | This position administers technology education programs for Nuclear Medicine, MRI, IR and CT. The incumbent oversees these programs and ensures that the department retains accreditation and that the curricula in all programs meet industry standards. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Preferred:
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| 7780 | Radiation Therapist - Ultrasound Image Guidance, Senior | This position is responsible for working collaboratively with Medical Physics, Radiation Therapy and Radiation Oncology teams by providing leadership, training and clinical oversight to ensure a high degree of quality for all ultrasound image guidance radiation treatments delivered in the clinic. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7759 | Radiology Supervisor | This position oversees the delivery of patient care and customer service through the supervision of staff, coordination of technical radiological activities, ensuring quality control and performing technical procedures commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and/or licensure. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7820 | Radiology Supervisor, Specialty | This position oversees the delivery of patient care and customer service through the supervision of staff, coordination of technical radiological activities, ensuring quality control and performing technical procedures commensurate with the incumbent's level of education and/or licensure. Representative challenges of this position include investigating and responding to internal and external complaints regarding delivery of services, resolving staffing and scheduling conflicts and maintaining equipment and image quality. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7254 | Manager, Diagnostic Radiology | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Diagnostic Radiology team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7223 | Manager, Radiation Oncology | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Oncology team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Professor and Chief of the Division of Medical Physics within the Department of Radiation Oncology. This position may provide direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 700182 | Radiology Clinical Program Administrator | This position provides direction and support for on-going radiology clinical trial programs and development. The incumbent is responsible for aligning multiple departments and staff to foster interdepartmental collaboration across the full continuum of care. This position develops program goals and objectives to ensure efficient and cost effective operations consistent with Radiology department's mission and standards. It ensures quality patient care and compliance with state rules, and DNV or other accreditations within the organization requirements through quality improvement (QI) program design, Imaging Acquisitions Protocol and parameters. When needed, the incumbent will image patients within scope of clinical license. This position is responsible for accreditation processes and quality management. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7758 | Assistant Technical Coordinator, Radiation Oncology | This position supervises radiation therapists and performs radiation therapy and radiographic procedures involving the application of X-rays and radioactive substances to patients. The incumbent maintains physician and customer satisfaction and assists the manager with implementing new programs and achieving departmental and hospital goals. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 7163 | Bone Densitometrist | Operates and maintains densitometer. Interacts with patients, conducts testing, analyzes data, and produces data reports. Responsible for quality control testing and correspondence related to laboratory functions. Conducts research procedures, performs record keeping for research and radiation safety. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7258 | Director, Medical Imaging Physics and Radiation Safety | The Medical Imaging Physics and Radiation Safety (MIPRS) section provides diagnostic imaging physics support and radiation safety to patients and staff in all clinical areas outside of Radiation Oncology. The Senior Diagnostic Medical Physicist is the MIPRS Section Chief and is responsible for all diagnostic medical physics activities within the organization. | Required:
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| 7753 | Dosimetrist | This position ensures precise and accurate treatment plans, dosage calculations and dosimetry considerations for patients undergoing radiation therapy. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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| 700295 | Electrophysiology (EP) Technologist, Associate | The Associate Electrophysiology Technologist provides clinical care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the entry-level technologist position that performs at a task-oriented skill level, performing troubleshooting and complex tasks under the guidance of an experienced technologist. This position includes an orientation to the tech monitor, tech circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. Responsibilities include safety checks, equipment management, product entry, patient documentation in Epic, hemodynamic monitoring, rhythm interpretation, assisting in EP procedures in the Hybrid OR, assisting with anesthetized patients, patient preparation, scrubbing into sterile procedures and sheath management. Staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and are active participants with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Preferred:
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| 700296 | Electrophysiology (EP) Technologist, Intermediate | The Intermediate Electrophysiology Technologist provides clinical care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the second-level technologist position that performs the essential functions of the position with minimal prompting and with the ability to troubleshoot simple issues. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, equipment connectology, conduction measurements, stimulator, pacing maneuvers, table/stand control modules/console for the monitor, circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. Staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and are active participants with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 700297 | Electrophysiology (EP) Technologist, Senior | The Senior Electrophysiology Technologist provides clinical care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the third-level technologist position that has gained the experience to recognize multiple possibilities and outcomes from continually putting tasked actions together. This level can troubleshoot most issues without assistance, can complete all tasks without any prompting, and has started to move beyond tasked work to working based on levels of importance. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advanced equipment connectology , knowledge of substitution in procedural supplies, indication of use for catheter, Pruka knowledge, different pacing modalities, electricity, abnormal anatomy and physiology and high risk patient considerations for procedures for the monitor, circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level and is an active participant with area leadership to create a plan for advancing practice. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 700298 | Electrophysiology (EP)Technologist, Advanced | The Advanced Electrophysiology Technologist provides clinical care to electrophysiology patients in the procedural lab. This position serves as the fourth-level technologist that performs in their role with mature and practiced understanding. Their library of knowledge and experience gives them an intuitive approach to their work. Advanced technologists are fluid, flexible and very proficient in their skill set. The incumbent will engage in critical reflection to improve for the future without the need of prompting. They welcome feedback and are willing to explain rationale and share knowledge. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, advanced equipment connectology, all equipment troubleshooting, pocket closures, high risk, low volume and complex case Pruka knowledge, monitor, circulator and the scrub role for electrophysiology procedures in the lab and the hybrid OR. During and after orientation, staff are responsible for seeking assistance with responsibilities outside of their current knowledge level. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to State Law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7752 | Imaging Service Representative | This position maintains a digital library of radiological images. The Imaging Services Representative responds to internal and external requests for exam results and prepares images for doctor or patient requests. The incumbent provides oversight in regards to prioritization of Image Interpretations, first line support for Imaging Informatics troubleshooting, and also resolves specific issues relevant to patient care internally and externally. This position is not responsible for providing direct patient care. | Preferred:
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| 700284 | Interventional Radiology Specialty Educator | This position has responsibility for the development and administration of population specific education for staff. The educator coordinates, facilitates and/or teaches unit/specialty classes and is responsible to maintain unit education records and oversee staff education files. The educator also acts as a catalyst for change and adapts to change in a positive and professional manner. The educator understands and promotes the organization's mission, vision, values, and initiatives. They exemplify and role model the Exceptional Patient Experience culture. This position may require the provision of direct patient care. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7208 | Manager, Ultrasound | This position provides leadership and management for the organization's Ultrasound team. This role serves to consult, advise, and recommend best practices within the specialty in an effort to improve the overall patient experience and reduce cost to both the patient and the organization. The incumbent manages the operations and strategic planning of human resources, patient services, and financial management for their assigned specialty area. The incumbent will coordinate and strategically align their team with the PROMISE standards set forth by organizational leadership and provide insight into a variety of patient experience outcomes, making recommendations for improving performance as it relates to the service line. This position will also collaborate with multiple levels of leadership across the organization to ensure continuity and quality of service. This position reports directly to the Senior Director of Clinical Radiology Operations. This position may provide direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: One of the following:
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| 7896 | Supervisor, Medical Dosimetry | Under the direction of the Lead Clinical Physicist, this position provides leadership and direct supervision of medical dosimetrists in the Department of Radiation Oncology, ensuring safe and efficient radiation treatment planning processes. The Medical Dosimetrist Supervisor works collaboratively with the medical dosimetrists, medical physicists, radiation therapists, radiation oncologists and physician residents to ensure the development of optimal patient treatment plans. Performs treatment planning, dose calculations and all other dosimetrist responsibilities. This position provides direct patient care and accesses and administers medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required:
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Specialty Areas of Focus
Specialty Areas of Focus
- Mammography
- Interventional
- Intraoperative
- CT
- Nuclear Medicine
- MRI
- Ultrasonography
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Radiographer (X-Ray Technologist)
Training Programs
U of U Health Radiologic Technologist / Continued Education
Certification Programs
Career Exploration & Resources
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The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) is the world’s largest organization offering credentials in medical imaging, interventional procedures, and radiation therapy. We certify and register technologists in a range of disciplines by overseeing and administering education, ethics, and examination requirements.
- ARRT Handbook – Primary Eligibility Pathway
- ARRT Handbook – Postprimary Eligibility Pathway
- Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.) Handbook
- Reinstatement of Certification and Registration by Examination Handbook
NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Only)
The NMTCB is the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board, formed for the purpose of creating and maintaining examinations for nuclear medicine technologists (NMTs).
Radiology FAQ’s
Radiology is the medical discipline and science that uses medical imaging equipment such as X-Ray technology to diagnose diseases in order to guide treatment.
U of U Health Hospitals & Clinics offers a wide range of opportunities including entry-level roles within our Radiology Department. Many individuals enter the field by training as Radiologic Technologist.
At U of U Health, our Radiologic Technologists perform radiographic procedures involving the application of ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law.
There are schools that offer specialized training in radiology. The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) provides free information about training, certifications, and requirements including approved training programs. To learn more, click here.
There are many different types of certifications and specialized training programs available to advance career opportunities within radiology. For example, the University of Utah School of Medicine provides course training in CT Technology, Interventional Radiology, MRI, Mammography, Nuclear Medicine and Ultrasonography. To learn more, please click here.
We provide educational benefits such as tuition reduction for eligible employees. Employees are eligible after a 6-month waiting period.
Surgical Technicians
| Job Code and Description (Employee Use Only) | U of U Health Job Title | Position Summary | Certification | License | Experience Required |
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| 700117 | Surgical Technician Apprentice | This position assists the surgical team by acting in the role of the scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures under the direct supervision of a qualified preceptor. The incumbent assists with checks of supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and maintains constant vigilance for the sterile field. While completing clinical rotations, all student activities associated with the Surgical Technology college curriculum will be educational in nature. Surgical Tech student employees are in a "learning role" and will not be substituted for a trained employee within the clinical institution in the capacity of a competent surgical technologist. | Entry-Level Required: | ||
| 7133 | Surgical Technician | This position assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. The incumbent checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needed for surgical procedures and ensures they are working properly. They maintain constant vigilance for the sterile field. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Required: Preferred: | Preferred: | |
| 7024 | Surgical Technician, Certified | This position requires the certified surgical technician to assist the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. Incumbents provide a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site. They are continually learning new techniques to better assist in specialty surgical services. The technician assists with checks of equipment and instruments as well as with supply inventory. Mandatory call, holiday, and weekend shifts may be required Based on location for all employees. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Successful completion of an accredited O.R. Technician program, military training as a scrub tech, or two years of hands-on experience as a surgical technician. One of the following:
| Required: Demonstrated competency to perform essential functions of surgical technologist position for at least one specialty or two subspecialties (competency will be demonstrated within first 6 months utilizing surgical technologist skill packet) | |
| 700283 | Surgical Technician, Intermediate | This position assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. Incumbents provide a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site. They are continually learning new techniques to better assist in specialty surgical services. The technician assists with checks of equipment and instruments as well as with supply inventory. The incumbent will be able to act as the scrub technician for one specialty or two sub-specialties. Based on your location, mandatory call, and holiday and weekend shifts may be required for all employees. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Successful completion of an accredited surgical technologist program or completion of a formal military training program as a surgical technologist. One of the following:
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| 700017 | Surgical Technician, Advanced | This position assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. Incumbents provide a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site. They are continually learning new techniques to better assist in specialty surgical services. The technician assists with maintaining equipment and instruments as well as with supply inventory. The incumbent will be able to act as the scrub technician for two specialties or three sub-specialties. Mandatory call, and holiday and weekend shifts may be required Based on your location, for all employees. This position may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Successful completion of an accredited surgical technologist program or completion of a formal military training program as a surgical technologist. One of the following:
| Required: Equivalent of two (2) years of full-time experience as a surgical technologist Demonstrated competency to perform essential functions of surgical technologist position for at least two specialties or three subspecialties (competency will be demonstrated within first 6 months utilizing surgical technologist skill packet) | |
| 700270 | Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant Trainee | This position is a temporary training position for COA, COT, or COMTs to become certified as an Ophthalmology Surgical Assistant (OSA). An OSA Trainee works under the direct supervision of the ophthalmologist, primary scrub, and circulating nurse, and assists the surgical team during ophthalmology procedures. The primary role of the OSA is to handle instruments, supplies, and equipment in a sterile environment. Incumbents provide a sterile field for surgical procedures. Ensures that the members of the surgical team are properly attired and assists the surgeon with draping the patient to isolate the operative site. They continuously update their knowledge of new techniques in the field of ophthalmology. In addition to assisting in surgeries, the OSA is responsible for maintaining equipment and instruments, and managing supply inventory. Depending on the location, the position may require mandatory on-call duty during nights, weekends, and holidays. It's important to note that the OSA may be required to administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. The OSA trainee will have 5 months to complete the training requirements and pass the OSA examination. | Current certification as an Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant through IJACAHPO Enrolled in International Council of Accreditation (ICA) accredited training program for allied ophthalmic personnel 5 months to complete the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Professional in Ophthalmology- Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant Certification One of the following:
| Preferred: One (1) year work experience as a COA, COT, or COMT Prior assisting experience with ophthalmology procedures. | |
| 700271 | Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant | This position requires a certified Ophthalmology Surgical Assistant (OSA) and is responsible for assisting the surgical team during ophthalmology procedures. The primary role of the OSA is to handle instruments, supplies, and equipment in a sterile environment. Incumbents provide a sterile field for surgical procedures and continuously update their knowledge of new techniques in the field of ophthalmology. In addition to assisting in surgeries, the OSA is also responsible for maintaining equipment and instruments, and managing supply inventory. Depending on the location, the position may require mandatory on-call duty during nights, weekends, and holidays. It's important to note that the OSA may be required to administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. | Current certification as an Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant through IJACAHPO | Completion of the International Council of Accreditation (ICA) accredited training program for allied ophthalmic personnel as an Ophthalmology Surgical Assistant | Required: One (1) year experience as a COA, COT, COMT Preferred: Prior surgical and/or procedure experience |
| 7982 | Ophthalmic Surgical Counselor | The Ophthalmic Surgical Counselor will provide technical, education, counseling, and scheduling services to prospective vision correction surgery patients. Services include all types of refractive laser and IOL surgery, and technical expertise in testing for these procedures. Counseling and support will be provided via telephone and during clinic visits to prospective patients inquiring about vision correction surgery. This position is responsible for assessing patient needs, education, financial counseling, follow-up, and promotion of the surgery division. | One of the following:
Preferred: Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) | Required: Three (3) years of experience working in an allied health profession position in ophthalmology Preferred: Three (3) years of experience with Anterior Segment/Cataract/ Refractive Surgery High level of interpersonal communication skills Competency in Epic Charting and Scheduling |
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Specialty Care in Surgical Services
Surgical technicians have the opportunity to work in a variety of areas!
Surgical Technician
Specialty Areas of Focus
- General Surgery
- Cardiology
- Neurosurgery
- Organ Transplant
- Orthopedic
- Pediatric Surgery
- Plastic Surgery
- Ophthalmologic
TRAINING & EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
Training Programs
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH
Sponsored Training
Surgical Technician Apprentice
This is a paid training program. Selected students will be sponsored to complete the Surgical Technologist program at Salt Lake Community College.
This opportunity includes:
- Paid tuition at SLCC
- Hourly wages (up to 36 hours per week) to attend class and clinical training
- Employment as a surgical technician after graduation
Requirements:
- High School Diploma (or GED)
- Completion of prerequisite courses before program start date
- 2-year commitment to work for University of Utah Health after graduation
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AST – Association of Surgical Technologists
The Association of Surgical Technologists was established in 1969 by members of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), the American Hospital Association (AHA), and the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN). Today, surgical technologists are working in one of the fastest growing professions in the country. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that the surgical technology profession will grow faster than the average of all other occupations through the year 2030, and it is anticipated that the volume of surgery will increase exponentially due to the expanding senior population. As the oldest and most widely recognized professional organization for surgical technologists, AST's primary purpose is to ensure that surgical technologists have the knowledge and skills to administer patient care of the highest quality.
AST, the only national organization that represents more than 80,000 surgical technologists, is governed by an 11-member Board of Directors. On the local level, 50 formed state assemblies address member concerns and issues.
Ultrasonography
| Job Code and Description (Employee Use Only) | U of U Health Job Title | Certification | License | Degree | Experience Required |
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| 7571 | Ultrasonographer, Non-Certified | Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. ARDMS registry eligibility. One of the following:
| Preferred: ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technician R.T. |
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| 7763 | Ultrasonographer I | One of the following:
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| 700011 | Ultrasononographer II | Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an Abdomen specialty (AB) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an OB/GYN specialty (OB/GYN) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). | Preferred: ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technician R.T. | Two (2) years of applicable ultrasonography experience. Verified competency in following areas: Renal Transplants (typical, en-bloc), Liver Transplants (deceased donor), Pancreas Transplants, and TIPS. | |
| 700012 | Ultrasonographer III | Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an Abdomen specialty (AB) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an OB/GYN specialty (OB/GYN) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). At least two (2) of the following certifications: ARDMS Fetal Echo (FE), ARDMS Pediatric Sonography (PS), ARDMS Neurosonology (NE), ARDMS Vascular (RVT-VT), ARMDS Musculoskeletal (MSKS), Nuchal Translucency from NTQR or Fetal Medicine Foundation, or Fetal Intervention competency. | Preferred: ARRT Registration as a Radiologic Technician R.T. | Three (3) years of applicable ultrasonography experience. Verified competency in following areas: Renal Transplants (typical, en-bloc), Liver Transplants (deceased donor), Pancreas Transplants, and TIPS. | |
| 7208 | Manager, Ultrasound | One of the following:
| Bachelor's degree in a related field, or the equivalency Preferred: | Four (4) years of progressively more responsible management and strategic planning experience. Preferred: | |
| 700027 | Cardiac Sonographer, Non-Certified | One of the following:
Registry eligibility in Cardiac Sonography - candidate must obtain one of the indicated registrations within one year of hire. |
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| 7250 | Cardiac Ultrasonographer I | One of the following:
| Proficiency on all equipment in the lab including GE and Philips ultrasound machines. Proficiency in TTE 2D, 3D and Strain. | ||
| 700007 | Cardiac Ultrasonographer II | One of the following:
| Must meet all eligibility requirements for the Cardiac Sonographer I Two (2) years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer Verified competency in five (5) or more of the following areas:
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| 700008 | Cardiac Sonographer III | One of the following:
One of the following: | One of the following: Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer with a Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) specialty through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International Fellow for the American Society of Echocardiography (FASE) through the American Society of EchocardiographyAdvanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International |
Active participation in five (5) or more of the following:
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| 7749 | Vascular Lab Technologist, Non-Certified | Current certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registry eligibility in Vascular Technology - candidate must obtain one of the indicated registrations within one year of hire. |
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| 7750 | Vascular Lab Technologist I | One of the following:
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| 700009 | Vascular Lab Technologist II | One of the following:
| One of the following: Two (2) years of experience as a Vascular Lab Technologist One (1) year of experience as a Vascular Lab Technologist and the completion of an approved, one year externship program. | ||
| 700010 | Vascular Lab Technologist III | One of the following:
| One of the following: Three (3) years of experience as a Vascular Lab Technologist. Two (2) years of experience as a Vascular Lab Technologist and the completion of an approved, one (1) year externship program. Verified competency in additional specialty exams, as determined by the department. | ||
| 700003 | Manager, Vascular Ultrasound | One of the following:
| Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration, a clinical field, related area, or the equivalency. | Preferred: Master's degree in Business Administration, Health Care Administration or a related area. | Four (4) years of progressively more responsible management experience. |
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University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics supports the professional growth and development of all clinical staff. With continued education and training, ultrasound technicians have the opportunity to specialize within areas and obtain additional certifications.
Ultrasound Technician
Specialties and Certifications
- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
- Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS)
- Sonography Principles and Instrumentation (SPI)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Certifications
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) Certifications
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) Certification
Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS)
For more information, please visit ARDMS at https://www.ardms.org/
TRAINING & EDUCATION
Training Programs
Pre-Requisites for U of U Health Hospital & Clinics Ultrasonography Training
Post-Primary Pathway:
Applicants eligible for selection include individuals who have successfully passed one or more of the following certification categories:
- Radiography (ARRT)
- Radiation Therapy (ARRT)
- Nuclear Medicine Technology (ARRT or NMTCB)
Primary Pathway:
To be eligible for the Ultrasonography Program primary path, you must have obtained at least a bachelor’s degree by the start of the program session you’re applying for. In addition, you must have successfully completed the following courses and earned a minimum of a C grade:
- Human Anatomy (Biol 2325)*
- Human Physiology (Biol 2420)*
- Physics (Phys 1010 or higher)
- Math (1010 or higher)
- Medical Terminology (H EDU 3030)
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Radiologic Technology – Certified Training
Training Programs
U of U Health Radiologic Technologist / Continued Education
Training Programs
Career Exploration & Resources
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The American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARMDS) administers examinations and awards credentials in areas of ultrasound. Through its mission, ARDMS empowers sonographers to provide exceptional patient care through rigorous assessments and continual learning.
Ultrasonography FAQ’s
Also referred to as diagnostic ultrasound, sonography or diagnostic medical sonography is a method used for imaging that uses sound wave technology to produce images of structures within the body. The images produced can provide valuable information for diagnosing and directing treatment for a variety of diseases and conditions
At U of U Health Hospitals and Clinics, ultrasonographers perform diagnostic ultrasound exams which aid radiologists and providers in their diagnosis and/or treatment of patients. This position also assists providers in various ultrasound-guided procedures.
Specific training and education is required to become an ultrasonographer. There are several schools that offer specialized professional training within the field of radiology and ultrasonography. For more information about certifications and training programs please visit The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or click here .
There are certain certifications required for an ultrasonographer position.
One of the following certifications are required:
- Current Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an Abdomen specialty (AB) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
- Current certification as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with an OB/GYN specialty (OB/GYN) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Current ARRT Registration for Sonography (S)
U of U Health provides educational benefits such as tuition reduction for eligible employees. Employees are eligible after a 6-month waiting period. If you’re a current employee, you can get more information about these benefits on Pulse .