Nuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN) - Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health-posted about 1 month ago
Part-time • Entry Level
Springfield, OH
5,001-10,000 employees
Hospitals
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Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.1 Work Shift: All Work Shifts (United States of America) Choose Your Shifts. Make an Impact. Join the Momentum. Are you a Nuclear Medicine Technologist ready for a fresh start-and the freedom to build a schedule that works for you? This is your opportunity! Mercy Springfield Regional Medical Center's Imaging Department is on the rise under energized new leadership, and we're looking for passionate, skilled PRN Nuclear Med Techs to be part of our transformation. With a flexible PRN model, you choose three shifts every six weeks or pick up as many shifts and call as you like-no rigid scheduling, just real work-life balance. Whether you're looking to stay sharp, earn extra income, or join a department that values its people and their time, you'll find it here. Be part of something new. Be part of something better. Apply today. Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Nuclear Medicine Tech is committed to applying the skills and art of nuclear medicine imaging through safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment.

  • Administers radionuclide therapy.
  • Prepares, performs QC and dispenses radiopharmaceuticals for off hour procedures.
  • Performs urgent Nuclear Medicine procedures in an on-call status or in a single technologist staffing model
  • Checks the order for complete information and proper exam and schedules exams as needed.
  • Obtains sufficient information to determine whether the exam should be performed immediately or within a specific time frame.
  • Determines if additional technical support is required and follows the proper procedure for obtaining support.
  • Adheres to established section and organizational protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
  • Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers.
  • Coordinates the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolations precautions when needed.
  • Reviews images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if an image needs to be repeated.
  • Starts and maintains intravenous (IV) access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
  • Identifies, prepares, and/or administers medications as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
  • Procures, prepares quality control, calculates, identifies, documents, administers, disposes, stores and safely handles of radiopharmaceuticals and other radioactive materials.
  • Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required)
  • State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)
  • BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
  • Monitor patient conditions during treatments
  • Administer oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticals
  • Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
  • Record patient information and medications within EPIC as indicated
  • Attention to detail
  • Acceptance of authority
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication with team members, patients, physicians and family members
  • Teamwork
  • Active listening
  • Relationship building
  • Associate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
  • 1 year of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine experience (preferred)
  • Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
  • Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
  • Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
  • Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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