Nuclear Medicine Technologist III

Sutter Health•San Francisco, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves competently performing routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures to produce quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers, aiding in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. The technologist works independently, utilizing sound judgment and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures, delivering accurate results in a timely manner. A key aspect of the role is gaining confidence and cooperation from patients, their families/support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. The role requires adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while providing optimal patient care. Additionally, the technologist may be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or assisting in orienting new staff to the department.

Requirements

Successful completion of an educational program in Nuclear Medicine accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology or the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) OR Successful completion of an educational program in Radiography accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology provided prior to start date
RHN-Radiologic Health Nuclear Medicine (required if working in California) provided prior to start date
NMT- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist provided prior to start date OR ARRT(N)-Nuclear Medicine Technology provided prior to start date
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
General knowledge of diagnostic nuclear medicine principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies
Capable of performing routine nuclear medicine examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS))
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions
Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI)
Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

Responsibilities

Competently perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures to produce quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease
Work independently, exercising sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner
Gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication
Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care
Perform specific procedures and/or help orient other staff to the department