Nuclear Med Technologist

Chandler Regional Medical Center•Chandler, AZ

2d•$34 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

As our Nuclear Med Tech, you will be a specialized healthcare professional, vital in providing diagnostic and therapeutic services through the precise application of radionuclides.Every day, you will expertly perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners. You'll ensure appropriate patient care, recognize conditions essential for successful procedures, administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate equipment, and adhere to strict radiation safety.To be successful in this role demands current certification, advanced technical expertise, and an exceptional eye for detail, coupled with a thorough understanding of radiation safety. Your compassionate patient care and dedication to precise imaging will be essential. Displays competency operating teleradiology system and equipment including performing procedures in the department, in the operating room, and on a mobile basis. Determines test procedures according to purpose of examination. Utilizes good radiation safety practices for patients, self, and others by use of available radiation protection devices. Ensure badges are worn appropriately and readings are available. Displays a thorough knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and of various isotopes utilized. Displays competency injecting isotopes, if required. Updates patient examination history file, records unusual conditions/limitations, documents examination time, room number, and technique factors. Completes examination and billing procedures as required. Marks all images with appropriate orientation and position. Assures that the patient information is clearly visible. Performs visual preventive safety inspections. Reports misadministration or isotope spills to appropriate personnel. Always provides appropriate documentation on the PACS system stating pertinent information including reason for exam. Includes initials. Practices good sterile technique when required and utilizes universal precautions and other infection control practices as appropriate.

Requirements

Completion of a Certified Nuclear Medicine program fulfilling necessary clinical hour requirements to graduate from program
Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine Technology
Nuclear Medical Technologist: AZ, upon hire
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
Nuclear Medical Technologist: AZ

Responsibilities

Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures, utilizing radionuclides to produce high-quality images and data for licensed practitioners.
Ensure appropriate patient care.
Recognize conditions essential for successful procedures.
Administer radiopharmaceuticals.
Operate equipment.
Adhere to strict radiation safety.
Operate teleradiology system and equipment including performing procedures in the department, in the operating room, and on a mobile basis.
Determine test procedures according to purpose of examination.
Utilize good radiation safety practices for patients, self, and others by use of available radiation protection devices.
Ensure badges are worn appropriately and readings are available.
Display a thorough knowledge of anatomy, positioning, and of various isotopes utilized.
Inject isotopes, if required.
Update patient examination history file, record unusual conditions/limitations, document examination time, room number, and technique factors.
Complete examination and billing procedures as required.
Mark all images with appropriate orientation and position.
Assure that the patient information is clearly visible.
Perform visual preventive safety inspections.
Report misadministration or isotope spills to appropriate personnel.
Provide appropriate documentation on the PACS system stating pertinent information including reason for exam.
Include initials in documentation.
Practice good sterile technique when required.
Utilize universal precautions and other infection control practices as appropriate.