Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Lead

Sutter Health • Vallejo, CA

2d • $83 - $103

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SSMC-Sutter Solano Medical Center Position Overview: Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of diagnostic imaging, including staffing and work assignments of the nuclear medicine technologists, diagnostic imaging aides, and student radiographers. Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures. Ensures the timely delivery of accurate imaging services and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all nuclear medicine equipment. Serves as the liaison between diagnostic imaging and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff. Routinely performs all duties of a nuclear medicine technologist, as needed. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

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.
• RHN-Radiologic Health Nuclear Medicine (Department of Public Health) (required if working in California)
• NMT- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) OR ARRT(N)-Nuclear Medicine Technology (American Register of Radiologic Technologists)
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• 8 years recent relevant experience
• Demonstrated specialized expertise in diagnostic nuclear medicine principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including significant experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and various hospital emergencies.
• Proficient in performing nuclear medicine examinations with an in-depth understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious and potential abnormalities.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• 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.
• Broad 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 and delegate assignments based on experience, procedures, policies, and best practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
• Work autonomously, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Identify and analyze data to solve problems that arise with little or no precedent.
• Analyze workflow/processes and propose improvements or solutions that improve the efficiency of the team
• 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

• Supervises, organizes and coordinates the overall operation of diagnostic imaging, including staffing and work assignments of the nuclear medicine technologists, diagnostic imaging aides, and student radiographers.
• Directs, implements and updates policies, procedures and protocols to streamline workflow, improve efficiency, and strengthen radiation protection/safety measures.
• Ensures the timely delivery of accurate imaging services and oversees the efficient maintenance and operation of all nuclear medicine equipment.
• Serves as the liaison between diagnostic imaging and staff, physicians, patients, family and other hospital staff.
• Routinely performs all duties of a nuclear medicine technologist, as needed.
• Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed