NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY – NUCLEAR MED TECH

NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGY - NUCLEAR MED TECH (Job ID: 9635)

Why Beebe?

Become part of the Beebe team - an inclusive team positioned in a vibrant, coastal community.  Enjoy a fulfilling career as you support the health of our patients and a team focused on excellence.

Location: Hospital-Main Campus

Shift : Monday - Friday 8 hour Day Shift

Work Status: Full Time

Summary:
Aide in the performance of diagnostic procedures in accordance with the established professional and departmental standards under the direct supervision of a registered, credentialed Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Responsibilities:
Reviews consultation request, checking for special instructions from requesting physician and consults with the Radiologist as necessary. Completes all departmental processes for resulting and documentation of exams. Pleasantly greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing yourself. Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and their family if present. Demonstrates a complete working knowledge of all equipment located within the Nuclear Medicine department. Prepares, calibrates, documents accurately and administers radiopharmaceuticals for administration by injection, ingestion, and inhalation methods. Performs in vivo and in vitro diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures according to established protocols. Maintains a daily activities log. Ensures appropriate storage and ordering of supplies for the Nuclear Medicine area. Monitors and reports supplies in shortage and special order items. Performs visual preventive safety inspections and conducts daily quality assurance tests on all equipment. Identifies any problems and communicates to the immediate supervisor. Evaluates recorded images for technical quality. Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper positioning. Provides radiation protection to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards and effectively operates radiation detection equipment. Recognizes emergency situations, initiates code procedures and administers first aid or CPR as needed. Assures access to care. Adds on exams whenever possible, coordinating efforts with other departments. Seeks alternatives when requested add on is not possible. Verifies correct order entry and supply charging.

Credentials:
Essential:
* BLS - Basic Life Saving certification
* ARRT-N OR CNMT Nuclear Medicine Technology

Competencies and skills:
Essential:
* Clear Communication Skills Both Written And Verbal
* Able To Keep Confidential Information Regarding Patients, Team Members
* Able To Withstand Crisis Situations
* Has Skills To Provides Customer Service To Patients, Team Members And Visitors
* Knowledge And Experience With Electronic Health Records

Other information:

Graduate of  Allied Health Education and Accreditation (AMA) Nuclear Medicine Technology program or equivalent.

Must complete Point of Care testing training as part of General Orientation.

Education:
Essential:
* Associates Degree in related field

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