Cardiology Nuclear Med Tech

Springfield Clinic•Springfield, IL

10d•$39 - $58

About The Position

The Cardiology Nuclear Medicine Technologist uses radioactive materials for diagnostic cardiac imaging. The role works in a Nuclear Cardiology clinical setting and involves exposure to blood and body fluids, contagious diseases, and potentially hazardous materials, including radioactive isotopes. The position reports to the Operations Manager.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program.
Possess and maintain active licensure with the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA).
Possess and maintain current certification or registration with either NMTCB or ARRT(NM).
Obtain CPR certification in accordance with American Heart Association guidelines within 30 days of hire.
Proficient in venipuncture.
Have manual dexterity to use keyboards and handle equipment and accessories.
Be capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, twisting, and standing for long periods.

Responsibilities

Maintain liaison with physicians to resolve problems and advise on nuclear medicine procedures, techniques, and equipment.
Order, measure, administer, record, store, and dispose of radioisotopes.
Limit radiation exposure to patients, self, and other staff.
Perform decontamination procedures in accordance with federal and state regulations when necessary.
Participate in radiation safety protocols and quality assurance testing relating to equipment calibration and maintenance.
Recognize emergency patient conditions and initiate life-saving first aid when appropriate.
Ensure proper nursing care is available as needed for patients in all areas of Nuclear Medicine.
Acquire knowledge of patients' medical histories before starting procedures.
Explain test procedures to patients.
Perform studies to assess the behavior of radioactive substances inside the body.
Monitor patients using scanners and other equipment.
Operate cameras that monitor the path of radioactive drugs in the body.
Process and analyze data or information.
Document and record information pertinent to procedures.
Participate in procuring supplies and equipment.
Document laboratory operations using non-imaging instrumentation, including dose calibrators, survey instruments, and wells.
Participate in departmental inspections conducted by licensing, regulatory, and accrediting agencies.
Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
Adhere to OSHA and Springfield Clinic training and accomplishment requirements as required by policy.
Provide excellent customer service and adhere to the SC Way customer service philosophy.
Perform other job duties as assigned.