Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Description

$10,000 sign on bonus with a 2-year commitment!

Job Summary:

Performs general, cardiology, PET/CT, and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures under the guidance and supervision of an Authorized User at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgement in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Job Responsibilities:

Receives and returns radioactive shipments properly.

Performs quality control procedures on equipment.

• Calibrates dose calibrator (constancy and channel check)

• Calibrates well and probe (auto calibrate and constancy)

• Records refrigerator temp and makes needed adjustments.

• Performs daily floods on all cameras.

• Performs weekly bar quadrant floods and COR on all cameras.

• Performs monthly uniformity floods on all cameras.

Performs radiation safety surveys.

Prepares radiopharmaceuticals per protocol and package insert.

• Selects appropriate "cold kit" for exam.

• Assays correct amount of bulk technetium for kit prep.

• Adds appropriate amount of saline or sterile water.

• Records pharmaceutical name, activity, volume, prep date/time and expiration date/time on vial and in log book.

• Stores prepared radiopharmaceutical in proper manner.

Performs patient procedures per protocol.Receives and returns radioactive shipments properly.

• Surveys package upon arrival and prior to departure.

• Performs wipe test on incoming packages.

• Enters inventory into Syntrac computer.

• Assures proper quantities and expirations on returns.

• Assigns the appropriate DOT code to outgoing packages.

Performs quality control procedures on equipment.

• Calibrates dose calibrator (constancy and channel check)

• Calibrates well and probe (auto calibrate and constancy)

• Records refrigerator temp and makes needed adjustments.

• Performs daily floods on all cameras.

• Performs weekly bar quadrant floods and COR on all cameras.

• Performs monthly uniformity floods on all cameras.

Performs radiation safety surveys.

Prepares radiopharmaceuticals per protocol and package insert.

• Selects appropriate "cold kit" for exam.

• Assays correct amount of bulk technetium for kit prep.

• Adds appropriate amount of saline or sterile water.

• Records pharmaceutical name, activity, volume, prep date/time and expiration date/time on vial and in log book.

• Stores prepared radiopharmaceutical in proper manner.

Performs patient procedures per protocol.

• Identifies self to patient.

• Verifies patient identification.

• Verifies orders and clinical info are appropriate for ordered exam.

• Assures patient is properly prepped for exam

• Explains procedure to patient.

• Administers correct pharmaceutical in appropriate route.

• Positions patient correctly.

• Acquires study per protocol.

• Checks study when complete and verifies need of additional views.

• Processes studies.

Completes appropriate documentation for exams.

• Verifies correct exam name on check-in document.

• Completes EDE for exam charging appropriate scan and pharmaceuticals.

• Records doses in log and in EDE and on check-in document.

• Collects history and clinical information.

• Sends images to PACS.

Performs quality intravenous administrations of pharmaceuticals.

• Proficient in main line (straight sticking) administration techniques.

• Proficient in IV catheter insertion (jelco and butterfly)

• Selects appropriate gauge and vein for exam.

• Prepares site with aseptic technique.

• Secures IV properly.

• Inspects site prior to injection.

Follows radiation safety techniques and ALARA

• Wears badges as instructed.

• Wears appropriate PPE for radiation handling.

• Uses proper shielding devices.

• Disposes radioactive materaisl in appropriate places.

• Reports any discrepancies to appropriate individuals (ARSO, SrTEch and/or RSO)

Prioritizes and coordinates activities within the department.

• Coordinates patient exams with other departments.

• Performs multiple tasks simultaneously (ie, Scanning and processing, etc.)

• Organizes tasks in an efficient order.

• Adjusts schedule and tasks as needed.

• Orders pharmaceuticals for next schedule date.

Disposal of radioactive waste.

• Records waste put in storage in log (storage date/disposal date)

• Marks waste containers with date and isotope if other than Tc

• Decays activity at least 10 half-lives prior to final disposal.

• Surveys disposal waste and records tracking in log.

• Ensures final disposition destination appropriate per waste type (sharps, linen, trash, biohazard bag)

• Replaces full containers with empty containers.

Works with and supervises students

• Completes School of Radiography student evaluations

Transfers medication and supplies in an accurate and safe manner.

Requirements:

Education: Graduate of an accredited program

Experience: preferred Monitor training or dysrhythmia


Certification: ARRT(N) required or CNMT within 6 months of start date; CPR upon hire

Clearances: As required by state and federal law

Equal Opportunity Statement
Tenor Health Foundation is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a
respectful, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace. Employment decisions are based on
qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable law.