Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Position ResponsibilitiesPrepares patients for examination, e.g.: positions, executes nuclear medicine examinations, and assists radiologist/physician with patient care during procedure.Reviews patient medical record(s) to verify physician's order and patient's name & date of birth prior to examination.Cross trains in other specialty areas/departments/facilities when work load demands, to enhance skills outside assigned specialty clinical area.Inspects images for quality, and monitors all images with respect to proper patient name, date and medical record number prior to interpretation by Radiologist.Assists with training of new technologists and technical assistants in all phases of assigned procedures, as requested by supervisor/manager/director.Demonstrates competency and observes safety guidelines when operating all specialized equipment in assigned clinical area.Implements Standard Precautions on all patients, as directed by hospital policy.Adjusts to variable schedules and/or procedure techniques that may be required at times.Adheres to MSMC established Personnel Radiation Dosimeter Policy as observed by supervisor and/or reported/documented by the RSO.Reports all equipment malfunctions to lead technologist / supervisor and clinical engineering immediately.Performs Quality Control procedures on nuclear medicine equipment within the time frame specified for each.Performs Area Surveys for possible contamination at the end of each workday followed by the appropriate documentation.Maintains and stocks clinical room with appropriate supplies necessary to complete nuclear medicine examinations.Demonstrates knowledge and proper use of computer programs, particularly the EPIC and Synapse application systems.Completes exam data entry on all studies performed on a daily basis, as well as any other necessary paperwork associated with each case.Attends department staff meetings as scheduled.QualificationsLicense/Registration/Certification: Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) (N) or the Nuclear Medicine Certification Board (NMTCB). Must hold a current Florida Nuclear Medicine License from the Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance. BLS/CPR certification required.Education: Graduate of an AMA Accredited Educational Program for Nuclear Medicine Technology or equivalent.Experience: One year of clinical NM experience and/or can independently perform routine NM procedures, cardiac procedures & assist with specialized diagnostic & therapeutic procedures.Benefits:We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:Health benefitsLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageHealthcare spending accountsRetirement planPaid time offPet InsuranceTuition reimbursementEmployee assistance programWellness programOn-site housing for select positions and more!