Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

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UMHC - SCCC - Plantation has an exciting opportunity for a Nuclear Medicine   T echnologist   – Per Diem position. The incumbent   is responsible for   performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in Nuclear Medicine through the operations of   diagnostic imaging   equipment to obtain highest quality of diagnostic images with the least amount of radiation exposure .    A dminist ers   diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals and other associated medications as part of the approved protocols, quality   control   and radiation protection .    Independent judgement,   ingenuity   and initiative are essential in addition to responsibility for designated areas,   procedures   and equipment.   

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS   • Obtains and examines the order for a Nuclear Medicine scan to be aware of information such as procedures requested, patient’s condition and any other special notes or comments.  

• Ensures that orders are   appropriate to   the type of exam recommended by physician .   

• Notifies supervisor of any discrepancies and/or contacts physician’s office for correct orders ,   if necessary.  

• Identifies   patient service requirements by   establishing   personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand service requirements.   

• Verify the patient’s ID by checking their name and date of birth on electronic medical record and patient’s wristband.  

• Always obtain necessary consents and education.  

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of   Nuclear Medicine   scanners and related equipment   in accordance with   prescribed radiation safety procedures under the direction/supervision of a Radiologist using   age appropriate   standards of practice.   

• Ability to integrate diagnostic, laboratory results, patient   history   and medical records and adapt   exam   as necessary .    Adheres to Nuclear Medicine   Radiopharmaceuticals   and Radio Isotopes   protocols to maintain   high quality   standards.  

• Consistently   demonstrates   complete competence in performing Nuclear Medicine scans as ordered.  

• As required during a procedure,   assists   positioning patients in required anatomical position for display of body for Nuclear Medicine scans using immobilization and protective   equipment   as necessary.   

• Maintain   proper aseptic technique   utilizing   universal precaution guidelines (hand washing, gloves, gown, mask, eye   protection   and equipment disinfection).  

• Assist   radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.   

• Assist   radiologist with interventional Nuclear Medicine procedures.   

• Evaluate Nuclear Medicine scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film/transmit   to PACS.   

• Schedule patients for procedures;   assist   with clerical functions.   

• Charge procedures and supplies in   UChart /Radiant.   

• Dispense   radiopharmaceuticals orally, as per approved protocol .   

• Load and   operate   power injectors for contrast media administration.   

• Maintain   accurate   patient records.   

• Provide assistance   with orientation and training   of   new Nuclear Medicine   T echnologists.   

• Gains patient cooperation by reducing anxieties; providing explanations of treatment; answering questions.   

• Provide education and training to student technologists.  

• Applies physical age-specific and/or developmental care needs of patients according to their documented physical/development requirement by competency validation checklist:   Children   Adolescents   Adults   Geriatric   Challenged/Disabled  

• Performs basic nursing functions in the patient’s care i.e.,   assists   with bedpans, emesis basins,   etc.    Assumes care for physical and psychological needs of the patient during scanning procedures; initiates life support measures for patients if necessary;   assists   in “Code Blue” procedure during medical emergencies .    Performs CPR as needed.  

• Keeps work area in a clean and sanitary condition and stocks exam/dressing rooms with required supplies.  

• Provides on call coverage.   Reports unusual findings   in a timely manner   to   appropriate Radiologist/Supervisory   personnel.  

• Abide by hospital/department HR policies.  

• Adheres to any regulatory body guidelines governing modality including but not limited to: Joint Commission, AHCA, ACR, FL DOH and FDA/MQSA.  

• Assist   with the day-to-day operations within the department.  

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or   responsibilities   as necessary.  

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS  

For those locations that perform Bone Mineral Density exams (BMD) in the Nuclear Medicine department, the Technologist must   possess   a valid State of Florida General Radiographer or Basic X-Ray Machine Operator license within one year of hire.  

CORE QUALIFICATIONS  

•   High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a Nuclear Medicine Technology accredited program.

• NMTCB or ARRT-N registered.    

• Must   possess   a valid State of Florida License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.  

• CPR and BLS certification required .       

• One (1) year of relevant experience preferred, will consider new graduates from accredited schools.

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