PRN Nuclear Med Tech

Radiation Therapy Technician

Position Summary: Assist radiation oncologist / physicists with providing patients radioactive medication and operating radiation equipment / technology. This includes preparing patient treatments and following proper radiation safety guidelines.

This is a part-time position requiring availability for two Wednesdays per month at our Carmel location. Each Wednesday would be approximately 34 hours.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Explain medical procedures to patients and answer any questions they may have.
• Follow safety procedures to protect the patients and other staff from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Prepare and administer radioactive drugs to patients (specifically Xofigo and Pluvicto).
• Monitor and watch for any unusual reactions patients may have to treatments / drugs.
• Operate radiation / imaging equipment.
• Maintain detailed procedure records.
• Follow safety and disposal guidelines for disposal following radiation procedures.
• Order medications for upcoming treatments

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• At minimum, Associate Degree in Nuclear Medicine
• Preferred, Bachelor Degree in Nuclear Medicine / Radiologic Technology
• 2 years' experience preferred

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before individuals or groups of people.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate basic figures and amounts. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of basic computer software.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate with clinical staff
• Knowledge of health insurance and prior authorization process
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment
• Adapts easily to various environments
• Ability to read and comprehend oral and written instructions
• Ability to follow written protocols, policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the patients, families, employees and the public
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to organize, track and maintain quality assurance

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional lab environment. This role routinely uses standard lab equipment.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day. Minimal travel is expected on a regular basis.

What We Are Offer You

Beyond competitive compensation, our well-rounded benefits package includes a range of comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, HSA / FSA, 401(k) matching, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and more.

About U.S. Urology Partners

U.S. Urology Partners is one of the nation's largest independent providers of urology and related specialty services, including general urology, surgical procedures, advanced cancer treatment, and other ancillary services. Through Central Ohio Urology Group, Associated Medical Professionals of NY, Urology of Indiana, and Florida Urology Center, the U.S. Urology Partners clinical network now consists of more than 50 offices throughout the East Coast and Midwest, including a state-of-the-art, urology-specific ambulatory surgery center that is one of the first in the country to offer robotic surgery. U.S. Urology Partners was formed to support urology practices through an experienced team of healthcare executives and resources, while serving as a platform upon which NMS Capital is building a leading provider of urological services through an acquisition strategy.

U.S. Urology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.