Nuclear Medicine Tech (Inpatient)

Northeast Georgia Medical Center•Gainesville, GA

About The Position

Under the direction of a Radiologist and Supervisor (Radiology) or Cardiologist and Lead Tech (Cardiology), performs Nuclear Medicine procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative in utilizing radionuclides for diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from newborn to elderly.

Requirements

Current ARRT (N) or NMTCB required.
High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of accredited ARRT or NMTCB Program.
Ability to perform quality Nuclear Medicine procedures
Ability to work independently and effectively with others
Basic computer skills
Cardiology requires BCLS certification

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two (2) years.

Responsibilities

Operate all radiographic equipment according to equipment specifications (i.e., cameras/ uptake system, unit dose manager, teleradiology equipment).
Adheres to infection control and safety practices.
Maintains work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
Follow quality techniques established by the Radiation Safety Committee (i.e., floods, wipe tests, moly checks, dose calibration, contamination and decontamination procedures).
Follows good radiation safety practices; i.e. coning, shielding, film badge monitoring, according to state and federal guidelines.
Produce quality scintigrams consistent with department standards.
Maintains processors, diagnosis processing problems and takes appropriate action.
Maintains patient records according to department, state and federal procedures.
Knowledge of appropriate use of isotopes (ordering process, consent forms, type, quantity, complications, route of administration, pregnancy screening).
Properly assess patient according to exam ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging or cardiology nurse as appropriate).
Provide patient education pertinent to exam being performed and document in patient record.
For cardiology: consents patient for procedure when applicable and initiates INT access.
Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, fluoro time, drug history, repeats, complaints and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated.
Meet productivity standards: 30 minutes or less waiting time for outpatients, 45 minute turnaround time for ER patient, complete/Charge exams promptly upon completion of exam, stats and Call Reports presented to radiologist immediately, work in other areas when not busy.
Participate in training of new staff and students.
Attends department meetings
Performs other non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes).