Nuclear Medicine Tech PRN

Trinity Health • Plymouth, IN

101d

About The Position

Performs both diagnostic and therapeutic radioisotope studies, which assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs technical tasks to facilitate the use of nuclear medicine including administering prescribed radiopharmaceuticals and isotopes, patient positioning and film processing. Responsible for quality control, record maintenance and other components critical in the operation of the nuclear medicine department.

Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrates the organization's mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values.
• Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information.
• Assists in scheduling and coordinating patient exams within the daily schedule to ensure proper utilization.
• Reviews patient's charts and history to ensure the correct test is being performed ensuring there are no counter indications for performing the study.
• Orders and administers correct radiopharmaceuticals and dosages as needed for various patient exams.
• Maintains adequate records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Transfers patients to imaging camera and assists with patient positioning and comfort.
• Explains procedures in a clear, understandable manner to patients, family, and students.
• Administers injections of radioisotopes for exams using established sterile techniques.
• Operates scanner and positions patient to achieve procedures of high diagnostic quality.
• Manipulates images using various computerized controls to prepare study for the physician.
• Ensures that images are permanently archived to appropriate media or Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) server.
• Performs quality control procedures and calibrations on equipment to ensure reliable operation.
• Discards radioactive remnants in appropriate waste or storage containers.
• Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees