Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

23h

About The Position

Overview Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. Responsibilities The Nuclear Medicine Technologist prepares, measures and administers radiopharmaceuticals for use in diagnostic and therapeutic studies. Is Responsible for direct patient safety and following all procedural protocols. Performs and assists with nuclear medicine and PET/CT Exams. Is Responsible for direct patient safety and following all procedural protocols. Maintains all federal, state, and local regulatory agency requirements. Maintains all Joint Commission for the Accreditation of Health Care Organizations (JCAHO ) and American College of Radiology ( ACR ) accreditation requirements. Is able to perform Regional Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT Support at Multiple contract sites as a contract Technologist. Assists in Clinical instruction for Radiology and Nursing students in the field of Nuclear Medicine. Maintains patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients ranging from newborn to elderly. Essential Duties: Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceuticals and materials; calculates and administers doses under the direct supervision of a Radiologist. Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Calibrates equipment. Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT exams on patients as prescribed by physician. Uses Nuclear Scintillation Cameras, CT and PET/CT scanners for detection and Attenuation correction of radiation emitted to produce image of organ on PACs archival system. Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors. Follows radiation safety techniques and policies in the use and disposal of radioactive materials. Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. Instructs and prepares patient for exams. Demonstrates the ability to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention. Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing exams. Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures. Takes call according to monthly schedule and after regular department hours. Responds to calls in a timely manner. Compiles and maintains quality assurance information. (i.e., log books) Interacts professionally with patient/family. Customer Service: Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.

Requirements

CNMT or ARRT(N) certification required
Licensed by the State of Maine as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS certification or Due within one month of expiration required.
Current DOT HAZMAT training certificate renewable every three years.
Serve as the champion of the patient and team member experience by providing an A+ experience to every patient and team member, every day.
Basic computer knowledge.
Excellent Customer Service Skills.
Ability to prioritize and use critical thinking skills.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Effectively communicate with patients and co-workers in a supportive and tactful manner.
Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation.
Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourages strong morale within the team and maintain effective, professional relationships with others.
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.

Nice To Haves

Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceuticals and materials; calculates and administers doses under the direct supervision of a Radiologist.
Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.
Calibrates equipment.
Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT exams on patients as prescribed by physician.
Uses Nuclear Scintillation Cameras, CT and PET/CT scanners for detection and Attenuation correction of radiation emitted to produce image of organ on PACs archival system.
Measures radioactivity using Geiger counters, scalers and scintillation detectors.
Follows radiation safety techniques and policies in the use and disposal of radioactive materials.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
Instructs and prepares patient for exams.
Demonstrates the ability to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure - makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing exams.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
Takes call according to monthly schedule and after regular department hours. Responds to calls in a timely manner.
Compiles and maintains quality assurance information. (i.e., log books)
Interacts professionally with patient/family.
Interacts with all individuals in a consistent manner, providing attention, support, and assistance to foster an environment of exceptional personal service.