Nuc Med & Pet CT Technologist Lead

Sutter Health•Oakland, CA

5d•$93 - $130•Onsite

About The Position

Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of diagnostic imaging, including staffing and work assignments of the Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) and nuclear medicine technologists, diagnostic imaging aides, and student radiographers. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures. Ensures the timely delivery of accurate imaging services and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all PET/CT & nuclear medicine equipment. Serves as the liaison between diagnostic imaging and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff. Routinely performs all duties of a nuclear medicine technologist, as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program
NMT-Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist OR ARRT (NM) - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists
ARRT (CT) - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists if required at the affiliate OR CRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist if required at the affiliate
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
General knowledge of diagnostic nuclear medicine principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
Demonstrated ability to perform routine nuclear medicine examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Nice To Haves

experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies

Responsibilities

Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of diagnostic imaging, including staffing and work assignments of the Positron Emission Tomography/Computed Tomography (PET/CT) and nuclear medicine technologists, diagnostic imaging aides, and student radiographers.
Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures.
Ensures the timely delivery of accurate imaging services and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all PET/CT & nuclear medicine equipment.
Serves as the liaison between diagnostic imaging and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff.
Routinely performs all duties of a nuclear medicine technologist, as needed.
Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.