Description:
Position Summary:
10-hour shifts - Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures related to diagnostic imaging; specifically Nuclear Medicine [NM], PET and SPECT/CT Examinations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks requiring a certain degree of creativity and latitude. Produces NM, PET and SPECT/CT images of the appropriate anatomy according to departmental policies and procedures.
Essential Job Functions:
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Meets and introduces themselves to patient prior to exam.
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Performs NM & PET/CT examinations following EIC Radiologist’s set Protocols
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Full understanding and operation of all Nuclear Medicine equipment, including PET/CT, E-Cam, Nuctrac.
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Evaluates and maintains a quality control program in conjunction with the Radiation Physicist.
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Follows guidelines for procurement and preparation of radiopharmaceuticals to include dose calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage and safe handling.
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Establishes and properly maintains venous access routes.
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Recognizes pathology and takes responsibility to perform additional images for study enhancement
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Verifies physician order and obtains patient history, explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns.
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Manages biohazard, chemical and radioactive waste in accordance with applicable regulations.
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Performs appropriate radioactive contamination monitoring and any necessary decontamination procedures.
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Distributes and maintains film badges along with instructing personnel about radiation safety.
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Maintains constant communication with guest throughout study.
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Maintains all clinical equipment, including daily QC, and ability to troubleshoot all NM & PET/CT equipment. Notifies service as needed, maintains service logs and reports any and all performance issues to Clinical Supervisor.
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Responsible to observe all IV Contrast injections and respond appropriately.
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Verifies that appropriate clinical information is included with scan interpretation.
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Verifies contrast is appropriately loaded into injector prior to injection of contrast.
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Operation of PACs System and printers.
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Coordinates patient’s scheduled exam and appropriate medical necessity with Guest Scheduling Representative(s).
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Follows radiation safety guidelines and utilizes lead shielding as required following ALARA.
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Consults Radiologist with any and all acute positive findings and communicates exam results with referring physician(s) as requested.
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Practices accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
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Responsible for accurate coding and completing of all ordered procedures.
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Performs other related duties as required.
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Ability to manage high patient volumes.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
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In depth knowledge of anatomy, physiology and cross-sectional anatomy.
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Knowledge of the following:
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Performing all basic and complex NM & PET/CT studies.
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Principles and techniques of NM & PET/CT scanning.
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Advanced computer operations (including keyboard input and proper selection of protocols to scan various anatomical sections.)
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Radiation protection standard, devices and techniques to assure that adequate safeguards are maintained.
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Responsible to keep license current and provide copy on annual basis.
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Provide for patient care; comfort, safety and patient confidentiality.
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Customer Service Oriented
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Ability to multi-task and prioritize.
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Good Interpersonal skills
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Good oral and written communication skills.
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Good problem-solving skills.
Risk Management:
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Cooperates fully in all risk management activities and investigations.
Information Management:
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Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with complete confidentiality and security.
Requirements:
Minimum Position Qualifications:
Education & Training: High School Diploma or Equivalent, Completion of a Radiologic Technologist Program and/or Accredited Nuclear Medicine Program
Experience: 2 years NM Technologist
License / Certification: Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist, CPR Certification
