Nuclear Medical Technologist

Nuclear Medical TechnologistDepartment: Nuclear MedicinePrimary Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital (Ypsilanti, MI)-could also be scheduled for some hours at Livingston Hospital in Brighton.Position Purpose:The NM Technologist operates a variety of Hot Lab equipment, as well diagnostic NM imaging equipment, to obtain images of the anatomy of interest for interpretation by Radiologists, with attention to As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) concepts. The NM Technologist processes the images as required per specific diagnostic protocols. The NM Technologist may also assist the physician with the administration of therapeutic radionuclides.Shift Available: Day Shift, weekend and holiday rotation. On call until 10pm rotation.Status Available: Full Time, 40 hours per weekRequired Qualifications:Completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program, or Associate in Applied Science degreeRegistration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologists by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationOne year NM experience preferredMust have good working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, be proficient in venipuncture and quality control procedures and operation of Hot Lab and NM imaging equipment.What the Nuclear Medical Technologist will do:Receives patients and explains procedures prior to and throughout the exam. Observes patient condition for additional pertinent information relative to the ordered test, such as, coherence, ability to comply with exam specifications, pregnancy, physical contraindications, physical status, etc.Calculates radionuclide activity to be administered in accordance with protocols for ordered procedures. Prepares appropriate dosage and volume of radiopharmaceuticals.Performs quality control procedures to ensure pharmaceutical quality of agents before administering to patients. Maintains sterility and integrity of prepared radiopharmaceutical compounds.Prepares imaging devices for studies in accordance with protocols for ordered exam.Administers the dose of radiopharmaceuticals to patients undergoing Nuclear Medicine procedures; intravenously, orally or by inhalation.Performs standard Nuclear Medicine dynamic, static and/or SPECT and SEPCT-CT imaging procedures on patients, which include adjusting equipment to encompass the area of study.Monitors and maintains patient's ancillary equipment, such as, supplemental oxygen and IV lines.Observes patient for change-in-status and follows prescribed protocols for intervention or notifies appropriate staff, as needed.Prepares specialized radiopharmaceuticals for either in-vitro or in-vivo labelling method. Prepares patient blood samples for transport to outside vendors for radiolabeling.Reports all excessive radiation exposure to the Authorized User, NM Manager, and Radiation Safety Officer.Performs various tasks associated with receiving, processing, distributing and storing radioactive materials.Receives and checks all radionuclide shipments for contamination according to radiation safety procedures and regulations.Disposes of radioactive material and radioactive waste in accordance with departmental policy and state/federal regulation.Assists in maintaining current inventory of routine laboratory and medical supplies. Maintains supply of ventilation mouthpieces; cleans, packages, and transports to hospital sterilization unit.Performs quality control procedures on all instruments, including voltage and linearity checks and tests of uniformity and resolution, to ensure the proper working of equipment.Performs minor routine preventative maintenance on specified instrumentation. Initiates vendor service calls for machine repair and downtime events.Total Rewards and Benefits:Competitive compensation, DAILYPAYBenefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term DisabilityRetirement savings plan with employer match and contributionsColleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizesUnlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the countryTuition Reimbursement