PRN-Tech Nuclear Medicine

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center•Union, NJ

67d

About The Position

Come join our dynamic Imaging department where we are dedicated to providing high-quality diagnostic imaging services. You will be part of a team of skilled technologists and radiologists who work collaboratively to advance health together and be the most trusted partner in health. Our department prioritizes patient satisfaction, ensuring a welcoming environment for all patients. You will play a crucial role on our team by providing top notch patient care while performing a variety of examinations. We foster a supportive work environment with open communication with Managers/Supervisors. Our department is committed to continuous improvement and growth. You will also have access to free continuing education opportunities and competitive salaries. We can't wait to have you join our team. Position Summary Under indirect and some direct supervision of a physician or department manager, the NM technologist will coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radiopharmaceutical usage for diagnostic imaging and therapeutic exams.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited and approved Nuclear Medicine program in addition to certification in Radiography or Computed Tomography
1+ year NM experience working in an Imaging Department
Current CNMT or ARRT Registry in Nuclear Medicine
Current Registry in NMTCB(CT) or ARRT(CT) or ARRT(R) or obtained within 1 year of hire
Currently Registered SCRQSA
Current BLS

Responsibilities

Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting.
Calibrate; reconstitute and prepare pre-kits of radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
Process computerized image data to include quantitative analysis, function curves and reconstructed fused SPECT/CT images for diagnostic interpretation. Evaluate images for technical quality.
Survey the Nuclear Medicine Department with Geiger counters for possible contamination.
Assist other healthcare professionals with imaging procedures, starting IV's, delivery of oral contrast and injecting contrast, when applicable.
Assist radiologist and other healthcare professionals with interventional NM procedures
Perform Nuclear Cardiology studies including image acquisition and processing and monitoring patient vital signs. Assist with EKG prep, tracing and monitors for obvious change during cardiac studies.
Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision and critical thinking skills.
Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
Properly utilize accessory equipment such as dose calibrators, Geiger counters, uptake probes, EKG, perfusion/ventilation devices, injectors, patient moving devices, stretchers, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
Explain and prepare procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and/or written clinical history to the radiologist and other healthcare professionals per policy and protocols.
Assists in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations
Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner
Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities
Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols
Rotating schedules for after-hours call and holidays
Ensure correct charging of procedures and supplies daily
Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.
Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities
Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager