Nuclear Medicine Tech, Radiology, PRN - JR193-1

Job Description

Job Description

Nuclear Medicine Technologist, PRN

Northwest Florida Community Hospital (NFCH), in Chipley, FL, is seeking a PRN or "as needed" experienced, energetic and dedicated Nuclear Medicine Technologist to provide exceptional care for our patients in support with medical Providers and staff, in our Radiology Department.

At NFCH, our strength lies in our promise of “Your Health…Our Mission”, where we get to know our patients and residence, care for them, and ease their way. Working at our organization means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

We are a community where all people, regardless of differences, are welcome, secure, and valued. We value respect, appreciation, collaboration, diversity, and a shared commitment to serving our communities. Join our team of passionate caregivers and make Northwest Florida Community Hospital your new home.

Purpose:
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for using radioactive isotopes to assist in diagnosis. Performs procedures and related techniques, producing images for interpretation by a Radiologist. Exercises professional judgement in patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of procedures with A+ care for all patients. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties :

• Provides information to diagnose patient illnesses by operating radiologic equipment to produce radiographs.
• Preparing and administering radioactive drugs.
• Capturing images that a physician will use to diagnose an infection or disorder
• Limiting radiation exposure to the patient and staff members administering the test.
• Identifies patient service requirements by establishing a personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.
• Prepares patient for procedures: providing instructions to obtain results and answers questions regarding risks 
  and adverse reactions.
• Verify patient identification by checking for correct patient information for procedure.
• Complete patient information sheet to obtain history prior to exam.
• Prepares and administers various forms of radioactive materials.
• Administer intravenous injections.
• Selects and operates nuclear medicine equipment.
• Positions patients to best demonstrate area of interest.
• Determines best technical factors for quality images.
• Apply principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self and others
• Evaluates images for proper technique and assuring proper identification.
• Addresses patient concerns.
• Properly sends films to the PACS system, check, and present it to radiologist before patient dismissal.
• Practice Universal Precautions.
• Certified in basic CPR.
• Ensures operation of radiology equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains radiology supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; and advising management on needed action
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies
• Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Supports and promotes the Mission, Vision, and Values; adheres to all hospital policies and procedures; commits to the Standards of Conduct; maintains professional appearance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:  Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.

Experience: Board eligible

License, Certification and or Registrations:

Certified by the state of Florida to practice and administer radiation.  Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.  Current BLS certification.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills:  Must have basic computer skills.  Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Northwest Florida Community Hospital are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Northwest Florida Community Hospital will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

In addition, as part of our commitment to quality and excellence, Northwest Florida Community Hospital will continue to maintain a safe, healthy environment for you by requiring all applicants, who are tentatively selected for a position, to submit to a criminal history check and screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment for a job.

Final confirmation of any job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, including a pre-employment drug screening and background screening. Failure to submit to either screening, falsification of any screening information, or a positive finding on a drug test will result in removal from consideration for employment for a period of one year.