Nuclear Med Technol - 500262

University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a radiologist, performs procedures involving the application of prescribed radiopharmaceuticals for the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement to obtain imaging for radiologic diagnosis at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Ensures radiation safety standards and practices and maintains documentation. Serves as an ambassador of UTMC in the community, demonstrating our organization’s values, services and mission.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher in Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB registered with current ODH licensure.
• CPR certification through the American Heart Association.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in caring of patients as identified in department’s Scope of Care.
• Demonstrates competency in the care of the patient in the following stages of the life cycle: infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics, as well as special population needs.
• Effectively responds to customer service needs.
• Adheres to UTMC’s Customer Service values and iCare Standards.
• Seeks out ways to assist patients and co-workers.
• Actively participates in performance improvement activities as related to job duties.
• Responsible for compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Possesses skills in communication; both verbal and written.
• With medical staff and hospital personnel as well as referring physicians and their offices; stats and critical test results.
• Uses verbal and written communication to report data concerning patients to appropriate individuals in an accurate, timely and confidential manner.
• Promptly reports any errors or deviations from operational standards.
• Identifies self to customers as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Direct all incoming telephone and written communication to the appropriate section of Radiology.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year PET/CT experience or be PET/CT advanced registry eligible preferred.
• Two years’ experience in Nuclear Medicine with emphasis in Nuclear Cardiology procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs procedures involving the application of prescribed radiopharmaceuticals for the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement to obtain imaging for radiologic diagnosis at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
• Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required.
• Ensures radiation safety standards and practices and maintains documentation.
• Serves as an ambassador of UTMC in the community, demonstrating our organization’s values, services and mission.
• Demonstrates clinical competency in caring of patients as identified in department’s Scope of Care.
• Demonstrates competency in the care of the patient in the following stages of the life cycle: infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics, as well as special population needs.
• Effectively responds to customer service needs.
• Actively participates in performance improvement activities as related to job duties.
• Responsible for compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Possesses skills in communication; both verbal and written.
• Uses verbal and written communication to report data concerning patients to appropriate individuals in an accurate, timely and confidential manner.
• Promptly reports any errors or deviations from operational standards.
• Identifies self to customers as Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Direct all incoming telephone and written communication to the appropriate section of Radiology.

Benefits

• Pre-employment health screening requirements for the University of Toledo Health Science Campus Medical Center will include drug and other required health screenings for the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree