SEH-NUCLEAR MED TECH

Sparrow•Charlotte, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders. This role involves preparing patients, administering radiopharmaceuticals, positioning patients for imaging, and providing images and data analysis to the radiologist. The position also includes maintaining equipment, managing inventory, scheduling appointments, participating in hospital committees, and training staff on radiation safety.

Requirements

American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) nuclear medicine certification or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) licensure is required within one year of board eligibility
Completion of an accredited Radiology Technology or Nuclear Medicine Technology program
Knowledge and understanding of usage of radio pharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine imaging techniques
Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the radiology function including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates
Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other Hospital staff in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to communicate technical information in non-technical terms
Analytical ability to calculate radio pharmaceutical concentrations and dosages
Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the emotional needs/concerns of patients, complete multiple nuclear medicine exams in a timely manner, and work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for nuclear medicine procedures by explaining procedure to be performed, preparing/administering radio pharmaceuticals, and properly positioning patients for the imaging procedure.
Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders.
Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the radiologist in a timely manner.
Prepares and maintains patient records and files.
Assumes responsibility for maintaining radiation detection equipment and nuclear medicine examination rooms; performs quality control tests to assure all equipment is functioning properly and initiates corrective action as necessary.
Maintains an adequate inventory of nuclear medicine supplies; orders supplies as needed.
Schedules patient appointments.
Leads and/or participates on various hospital committees/task forces such as the Radiation Safety Committee and other customer services initiatives; attends meetings and in-service programs.
Trains and conducts in-services on radiation safety and protection procedures for hospital staff.
Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s polices & procedures, and compliance guidelines.