Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Cardiology

Hartford HealthCare • Bridgeport, CT

85d

About The Position

Performs Nuclear Medicine diagnostic procedures in a hospital outpatient setting in accordance with all state and NRC (Nuclear Regulatory Commission) regulations, and utilizing an understanding of principles of growth and development to provide the physician with diagnostic images to identify and/or plan appropriate treatment of the patient’s condition. Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images. Positions patients. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies in adherence to professional and department protocols. Operates nuclear detection and imaging equipment and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies. Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures on identified patients according to department procedures and protocols and in accordance with NRC regulations by selecting anatomic and technical factors accurately and operating cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images. Prepares and positions patients for exam. Injects and images patients with proper isotopes. Monitors patients while scanning. Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols. Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing specific tasks mandated by the NRC in order to maintain compliance with NRC licenser regulations. Adheres to HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission and NRC guidelines regarding radiation protection, patient protection and record keeping. Reviews physician's order and patient's CPOE requisition for completeness by reviewing the clinical information, pertinent laboratory results and the patient's chart to ensure the correct procedure is performed and the proper patient preparation administered. Assesses the appropriateness of requested exams by using pre-established guidelines for exam ordering to ensure that the exam is performed accurately the first time. Interviews patient for medical history. Reviews images for quality and abnormalities. Adheres to HIPAA, OSHA and NRC guidelines regarding radiation protection, patient protection and record keeping. Exhibits proficient IV skills.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program.
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree.
• Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board CNMT (NMTCB) or R.T.(N)(ARRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Experience with PACS and digital technology.
• Knowledge of cross-section anatomy preferred.
• Ability to read and understand oral and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills necessary for communication.

Responsibilities

• Performs Nuclear Medicine diagnostic procedures in accordance with state and NRC regulations.
• Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body.
• Positions patients and prepares them for exams.
• Administers radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies.
• Operates nuclear detection and imaging equipment.
• Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
• Adheres to standards for radiation safety and waste disposal of radioactive agents.
• Reviews physician's orders and patient's requisitions for completeness.
• Assesses appropriateness of requested exams using pre-established guidelines.
• Interviews patients for medical history and reviews images for quality and abnormalities.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and growth.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees