Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Cardiology Stress Testing - PRN

Position Status:

Shift: Other (United States of America)
Hours per week:0
* 1 year Experience in nuclear medicine or a related field. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

* Willingly accepts various work assignments. Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions. (Required proficiency)
* Approaches each day with a positive attitude and enthusiasm for job. (Required proficiency)
* Demonstrates proper use of equipment, time, and supplies in efforts to control costs. (Required proficiency)
* Demonstrates a commitment to continuing personal and/or professional development. Maintains CEU’s for certification. (Required proficiency)
* Demonstrates an openness to change through suggestions and constructive criticism. (Required proficiency)
* Understands and practices patient confidentiality. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
* Radiography - ARRT Valid Kansas License or eligible must be obtained. Required
* Licensed Radiology Technologist (LRT) - KSBHA Valid Kansas License or eligible must be obtained. Required
* Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - NMTCB Valid Kansas License or eligible Preferred
* Nuclear Medicine Technology - ARRT Valid Kansas License or eligible Preferred
* Drivers License - DMV Current Valid Driver’s License and Clean MVR with 3-year baseline and annual MVR review. Required
* Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire.

What you will do
* Prepares stock solutions of radiopharmaceutical materials, calculates doses, and administers doses, under direction of Physician. Performs a variety of diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radioactive materials.
* Quality control instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating malfunction.
* Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology department. Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by Physician, using scanners or scintillation cameras to detect radiation emitted and to produce image of organ.
* Measures radioactivity, using Geiger counters, scalers, and scintillation detectors.
* Administers therapeutic doses of radiopharmaceuticals under direction of Physician. Follows radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials. Orders, receives, and returns radioactive materials from radiopharmacy.
* Performs IV puncture, utilizing proper injection techniques while injecting radiopharmaceuticals. Prepare and administer I-131 thyroid therapies.
* Processes and routes patient charts. Responds to code blue situations.
* Provides a positive image to customers by creating a friendly atmosphere and placing a high priority on meeting customer needs in a courteous manner.
* Practices radiation protection techniques (ALARA) to minimize radiation exposure.
* Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms and equipment to maintain work environment.
* Willingly accepts various work assignments. Is accountable and responsible for own actions/decisions. Provide instruction and technical guidance while training new employees.
* Contributes to a team atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills, taking initiative to perform needed tasks, and being flexible to go beyond normal expectations to meet the needs of others.
* Responds to needs and is knowledgeable of appropriate care for school-aged through gerontological patients.
* Demonstrates a commitment to continuing personal and/or professional development. Maintains CEU’s for certification. Seeks opportunities to improve knowledge base by attending departmental meetings, in services and other educational activities.
* Call is a requirement of this position.
* Produces quality studies to meet the needs of physicians and customers.

Travel Requirements
* 10% Travel to clinic locations.

Required for All Jobs
* Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
* Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options
* Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines
* Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.
* Stable access to electricity…