Nuclear Medicine Technologist- CVCA Clinic Tuscaloosa

DCH Health Care Authority•Clinics in Millport Fayette Tuscaloosa, AL

22d•Onsite

About The Position

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist will have enhanced knowledge in Nuclear Medicine, with specific expertise and skills for maintaining a safe Nuc Med environment daily. They must understand basic anatomy, physiology, and physics as it pertains to Nuc Med patient care. This role involves providing imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages, explaining procedures to patients and families, and upholding all safety standards. The technologist will follow established protocols, practices, and guidelines to ensure quality service and observe accreditation standards. Prioritizing customer and patient satisfaction using AIDET principles and collaborating with other departments are key aspects of the role. The technologist will also utilize I Care principles for proper patient identification and exam accuracy, and practice good stewardship with supplies and resources. Administering radiopharmaceuticals safely, adhering to state regulations, and performing procedures in accordance with the facility's Radioactive Materials License are crucial responsibilities. The role also includes understanding clinical history, billing practices, correlating history with exams, and performing duties necessary for accreditation. Quality control (QC) for Nuc Med equipment, documentation of radioactive materials, and participation in the development of exam procedures are also required. Inventory and supply management, along with the care and maintenance of imaging, transport, and office equipment, are expected. The technologist must function proficiently with little or no supervision and adhere to DCH Standards, including performance, patient and employee satisfaction, financial standards, compliance requirements, and DCH Behavioral Standards. Essential job functions must be performed safely, identifying and reducing unsafe practices and risks. Use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software, and intranet is required, along with adherence to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must be efficient in the use of imaging equipment in the area of expertise, office equipment and related material essential to good patient care, imaging exams and Synapse.
Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
Nuclear Medicine (CNMT, ARRT (N)) – Must have current registration by the ARRT in radiography and/or nuclear medicine or a graduate of a CNMT program with CNMT certification.

Responsibilities

Provides imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages; including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.
Provides patients and families with thorough explanations and adequate communication.
Upholds all safety standards related to assigned position.
Follows the established protocols, practices and guidelines for assigned area of expertise to provide quality service.
Observes accreditation standards.
Prioritizes customer and patient satisfaction and utilizes AIDET principles.
Works with other departments, modalities and personnel to provide above average care to patients and families.
Uses I Care principles to ensure proper patient identification, correct exam, and to improve patient communication and engagement.
Practices good stewardship with supplies, equipment and department resources to assist in maintaining the financial viability of the DCH Health System.
Administers radiopharmaceuticals to all assigned patients according to policy and procedure.
Practices Nuc Med pharmaceutical safety.
Follows department policies related to radiopharmaceutical safety and as dictated by the State of Alabama regulation for Radioactive Materials.
Performs nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with the authorized users of the facility Radioactive Materials License.
Understands clinical history, supply and exam charges.
Follows billing practices.
Correlates clinical history with the exam(s) being performed.
Performs duties necessary to maintain accreditation.
Participates in Nuc Med QC and completes appropriate documentation for all Nuc Med equipment.
Provides all QC and documentation of assay, dispensation and disposal of radioactive materials.
Participates in the development of exam procedures and performance of necessary inspections by regulatory and accrediting organizations.
Works with the manager/supervisor/staff to control and maintain inventory and supplies and communicates problems and supply needs as required.
Understands, utilizes and takes responsibility for the care, cleaning and maintenance of all imaging, transport and office supplies, equipment and software as required by assigned area.
Functions proficiently in specified area with little or no supervision.
Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
All other duties as assigned.