MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK (ideally full-time or close to) during summer 2024. This student position is a member of the Physical Infrastructure and Network Engineering Services team, they are teams within Information Technology Services (ITS)-Enterprise Infrastructure (EI). This student position will assist the team in performing its role to install cable; verify IT rooms for electrical and mechanical equipment labeling; troubleshoot GPS coordinates of physical plant; GIS entry; UPS installs; responding to maintenance issues for UPS; and document enterprise IT systems within the database of ITConnect. This position provides an opportunity to do hands on work, to learn, and to build real-world job skills including planning, collaboration, communication, and customer service. Ability and willingness to grow into this work as a member of the Physical Infrastructure and Network Engineering teams and work outdoors for the summer months. Examples of this work include:Install cable, troubleshoot, and document the IT systems within database of ITConnect and Enghouse program.GPS coordinates of the pathways and manhole systems.Inspect and Inventory Management: IT rooms; electrical, Mechanical and equipment labeling.Customer Service: use of email; form templates; communicating in time sensitive situations.Special Projects: documentation; auditing; data entry and photos of IT rooms.Working outdoors and from building to building on campus and our research park.Requirements:Must be available to work during summer 2024.Ability to adapt quickly to changing work priorities and assignments.Student with an interest in learning about a multi-faceted organization with varied job duties.Ability to perform physical functions required of position: lift and move manhole and handhole lids weighing up to 50 pounds; and required ability to bend, stand, and climb ladders as necessary.A valid driver license and occasionally driving a UI vehicle between work locations is required to perform the duties of this position.A three-year history driving review will be conducted for finalist.Adherence to UI Driving policy https://opsmanual.uiowa.edu/administrative-financial-and-facilities-policies/risk-management-insurance-and-loss-prevention-5Criminal background check for finalist.Desired Skills:Customer service experience in a previous role, or a willingness to develop those skills as part of your work with the Physical Infrastructure and Network Engineering team.Self-driven to learn about the systems, environment, and software that the Physical Infrastructure and Network Engineering teams use in the course of their work.The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination based on race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

The Student Technician position will support the Department of Neurology’s Epilepsy Monitoring units (EMU) and Electroencephalogram (EEG) lab during weekend overnight shifts. This position will be scheduled primarily on Friday nights and Saturday nights. The expectation for this position is to start in Summer 2024 and continue through the academic semesters. This position will float between both EMU and EEG areas based on unit need.Responsibilities will include:Preparing area and materials for patient testingEscorting patients to and from examination roomsMonitoring patients in the adult/pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Unit and EEG lab. May go to patient bedside and intensive care units (ICU).Maintaining the quality of the electroencephalogram (EEG) recording, including fixing electrodes and ensuring camera recordings/audio are adequate for physician and technologist reviewAiding in maintaining research studies and documentation pertaining to research study patientsIdentifying clinical and electrographic events and responding appropriately, including notifying appropriate personnel as neededAssisting with takedown and discontinuing VEEG upon patient dischargePerforming routine maintenance of equipment to ensure operational conditionCompleting tasks in corroboration with Clinical Technicians and Electrodiagnostic Technologists, under direct supervision of bothWorking independently while performing functions of the job, assignments may include working in the adult or pediatric Epilepsy Monitoring Units. This position is located within the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and will have access to patient data and other information requiring a high degree of confidentiality and independent judgement. A successful applicant must be reliable, attentive to detail and accuracy, and willing to help as needed. Health Care majors preferred.A background check, health screening compliances, and patient medical health record trainings will be required at time of hire. Hands-on training will be provided.Schedule: Currently hiring for weekend overnight shifts (Friday nights and Saturday nights) for between 8-20 hours per week. This position may be scheduled every Friday/Saturday or every other Friday/Saturday based on department need and the student's availability. Additional shifts during the week may be picked up as available.Maximum number of hours is 20 hours/week during the academic semesters, 40 hours/week during breaks.  Pay: $15/hourSupervision Received By: EMU Supervisor, EEG Supervisor, or designeeQualificationsMust be currently registered as an undergraduate or graduate student at the University of Iowa.Ability to communicate effectively with staff, faculty, patients, and the publicAbility to follow oral and written instructionsExperience in a healthcare setting with direct patient care highly preferred

An Disaster PrepWise VISTA opportunity is available in the College that would be perfect for those of you graduating this year and looking to stay in Iowa City. Dr. Sato Ashida in CBH is looking for someone to work with her as an AmeriCorps VISTA member for the next year (placement runs for a full year starting in August 2024). If you are interested, please contact Dr. Ashida directly at sato-ashida@uiowa.edu and she can give you more details. The position would work with the emergency preparedness program called Disaster PrepWise, which helps individuals create personalized disaster plans. The position is full-time and involves supporting the development of program implementation and capacity building, as well as working with community-based NGOs to coordinate and develop referral infrastructure. The program is currently in the process of developing a Spanish translation, so much of the implementation, capacity building and especially the partnerships with outside organizations will be focused on Spanish-speaking populations.  Spanish speakers would be strongly preferred. As a member of AmeriCorps, you would receive a biweekly living stipend, plus an education offset to be used toward student debt from your undergrad degree or tuition for future graduate school programs. After finishing your term, you will also have non-competitive eligibility for federal job applications. For interested and qualified candidates, we would need a commitment to this position by July, so please email Dr. Ashida as soon as possible if you are interested.Be 18 years or older (no upper age limit)Pass a national service criminal history checkHold one of the following citizenship statuses: US citizen, US National, Lawful Permanent Resident Aliens and persons residing in a state that have the following legal residency classifications: refugee, asylum or asylee, temporary protected status, or deferred action for childhood arrivals (DACA) status.Benefits:Living Allowance: No less than $877.66 biweekly ($22,800/yr) Leave: 10 days each of personal and medical leave.Child Care: If you have children under 13, you may qualify for the AmeriCorps Childcare benefit. More information is available on request.Professional development: In addition to VISTA orientation/PrepWise training, there are webinars, courses, and other training opportunities offered by AmeriCorps/DPW.Education Award: $7,395 can be used for tuition/future education expenses or federal student loan repayment. (Can be replaced with a ~$1800 cash payment)Better access to federal jobs after service: you have 1 year of Non-Competitive Eligibility, meaning you can skip steps and have faster processing of federal jobs.Federal Student Loan forbearance/deferment: during your year of service, federal loans may be eligible for forbearance/deferment (if you choose the education award or cash payment, respectively).Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility: AmeriCorps service counts as time accrued towards the 10 years needed at a government agency/non-profit to qualify for loan forgiveness, and during your service you’ll be eligible for an income-based loan forgiveness plan. GRE Fee Reduction: your service may qualify you for a reduction in the cost of taking the GRE after service.

AmeriCorps | Disaster PrepWiseAre you interested in preparing yourself for a career in public health while helping older Iowans prepare for disasters? Are you looking for an opportunity to serve your community while gaining valuable skills that will make you a more well-equipped public health professional? If so, become an AmeriCorps member this summer and join Disaster PrepWise!What does serving with Disaster PrepWise look like? *Meet 1-on-1 with older adults and help them build personalized disaster plans.*Help find new outlets within the community to educate the public about disaster preparedness.*Design and distribute informational flyers, pamphlets, and disaster preparation resources tailored to a community’s specific needs.*Help develop Disaster PrepWise program materials.*Can be based out of College of Public Health or our partner organizations, such as county public health departments.*Extra opportunities to develop Disaster PrepWise for underserved communities for bilingual candidates (Spanish/Arabic speakers)What can you get out of being an AmeriCorps member?*A living allowance will be paid to help meet the necessary living expenses incurred while serving in the AmeriCorps program. The living allowance will be divided evenly across the term of service and paid every month via direct deposit. *Upon successful completion of the term of service, the member will receive a Segal Education Award from the National Service Trust. *Training and professional development related to the knowledge and skills required for service, as well as training specific to the community the member serves.Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age or older by start date. Must have a high school diploma or equivalent or be in process of completion. Must be either a citizen, national, or lawful permanent resident alien of the United States. Must pass mandatory pre-service background checks.Program Start/End Date: June 1st – August 31st Locations: Johnson CountyLiving Allowance: $3,835.00Education Award: $1,469.26To Apply: Maria Donohoe at maria-donohoe@uiowa.edu 

BASIC JOB FUNCTIONPerform various tasks including the preparation and cooking of food, serving a diverse group of customers, and cleaning/sanitation duties to meet required standards.RESPONSIBILITIES Wash and restock dishes and utensils.Clean and sanitize tables and other surfaces.Set up areas for service on or off premises and tear down at end of service.Check in product.Prepare food, including cooking, assembling and cutting, and serve hot and cold food itemsRestock and rotate food items.Cover, label and store food and beverages within established proceduresHandle cash and operate cash register.Respond courteously and promptly to customer concerns and inquiries.Demonstrate civil and respectful interactions with others.Dress in proper work attire per department guidelines.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSEnrolled as student at the University of Iowa (during academic year).Must be a motivated self-starter and able to complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision.Good communication skills (written and verbal) and be positive and respectful in working with a diverse population.Must be reliable and dependable.Demonstrated commitment to GREAT customer service.Must be able to work through finals week.Must be able to move up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time.Must successfully complete and maintain cash handling and credit card training.Must be able to handle meat products.WORK HOURSThis position is limited to up to 20 hours per week (320 hours per semester). May work up to 40 hours per week during break periods (spring, summer, fall and winter) as assigned.Available shifts from 7:00am - 4:00pm for the Fall 2024 semesterOpen Shifts: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00am - 2:00pm and 11:45am - 1:45pm. Fridays from 12:00pm - 2:00pmTRAINING REQUIREMENTSCash HandlingSafety Training for Dining Students