Nuc Med Tech

Advocate Health • Skaneateles, NY

41d • $41 - $62 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nuc Med Tech will meet department standards of care and/or respond to demands by the customer or referring physician. This includes responding to patient/physician requests, monitoring department supplies to assure continuity in patient care, and participating in on-call and weekend coverage as necessary. The role involves scanning patients properly, using correct selection of technical factors, and fully understanding the physics of nuclear medicine to operate equipment at its most optimal settings for quality procedures. This includes performing Planar and SPECT Nuclear Medicine procedures, obtaining patient histories, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, performing venipuncture, and following correct procedures for handling radioactive materials. The technician will also perform daily calibrations, radiation safety checks, and computer manipulation assessment. Compliance with established safety standards to ensure patient and staff well-being is crucial, including maintaining CPR certification, using Universal Precautions, performing quality assurance of equipment, and observing radiation safety precautions. The role also involves ordering daily supplies of radiopharmaceuticals and maintaining technical and communication skills through seminars, conferences, and literature review. The technician must also maintain knowledge of department Disaster, Fire, and Safety policies, as well as universal and infectious safety procedures.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved program of Nuclear Medicine Technology
• Basic knowledge of single and dual detector SPECT camera and computer systems (GE equipment experience preferred)
• Licensed by IL Department of Nuclear Safety - Registry eligible - CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient/physician requests
• Monitor supplies for department to assure continuity in patient care
• Participate in on-call and weekend coverage as necessary.
• Perform Planar and SPECT Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing single and dual detector Gamma cameras and properly position patients to obtain high quality images.
• Carefully complete and obtain a thorough patient history and properly document all pertinent information on requisition
• Accurately prepare and formulate all radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with package insert and Department policy
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters. Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need. Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials. Understands and implements ALARA measures. Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses.
• Utilize proper sterile techniques in needle placement for the administration of radiopharmaceuticals
• Routinely monitor storage area for disposal of radionuclides and maintain records for accountability.
• Perform daily calibration and radiation safety checks on dose calibrator, survey meters, well and probe systems.
• Maintain accurate records with regard to the receipt, transfer and disposal of radioactive material
• Perform daily floods, bars, center of rotation and uniformity on Gamma cameras to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety and operating performance
• Perform advanced computer manipulation assessment and analysis of data. K. Determine and select appropriate data filters, programs and protocols to provide desired information.
• Maintain annual CPR certification to further ensure safety of patients in department
• Use Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures and protect self against bodily fluid contact
• Performs quality assurance of equipment to ensure safe and accurate performance of units as required by the IDNS and Accrediting Organization regulations.
• Observes radiation safety precautions as required by IDNS
• Orders the daily supply of radiopharmaceuticals needed to perform the necessary scheduled exams.
• Maintain technical expertise by attending seminars and conferences. Remain knowledgeable by reading current literature.
• Maintain good communication between all internal and external customers
• Maintain knowledge of department Disaster, Fire and Safety policies. Maintain knowledge and constant implementation of universal and infectious safety procedure

Benefits

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed