Nuclear Med​/Pet Technologist- PRN

Overview

Job Description - Nuclear Med/Pet Technologist- PRN (240002ZN)

Position
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Nuclear Med/Pet Technologist- PRN - (240002ZN)

• Quality Control
  • Maintain required NRC records.
  • Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.
  • Perform all required calibration, wipe tests and other QC tests.
  • Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut-down of equipment.
  • Check paperwork, PACS and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and complete RIS assignments immediately following exam.
  • Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment; ensure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam and at change of shift.
  • Ensure section is in compliance with all pertinent NRC, DOH, and JCAHO rules, regulations, and standards.
• Patient Care
  • Greet patients respectfully, introduce self to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner; explain exam to patients/parents; communicate with patient throughout the exam and release patient/parent with appropriate follow-up info.
  • Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment time and accommodate stat or add-on requests.
  • May be asked to travel to a CH-affiliated site, be cooperative and willing to assist, when asked.
  • Ensure proper and safe handling of isotope for preparation of injection to patient; ensure safety standards are followed for staff involved with PET/CT patients.
  • Work in conjunction with CT Technologists.
  • Share on call responsibilities with all Nuclear Medicine Technologists, equally.
• Clinical Safety
  • Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
  • Ensure Time Outs are conducted prior to injection of Isotope.
  • Inquire about menstrual status and possibility of pregnancy for female adolescents and teens.
  • Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer and complete appropriate paperwork.
  • Act as coordinator for all equipment repair and calibration.
  • Practice personal radiation safety.
• Administrative
  • Coordinate daily workflow to ensure all patients are serviced in a timely and quality-oriented fashion; prioritize daily patient flow and ensure timely throughput of patients; coordinate lunch schedules for staff and associated coverage.
  • Provide daily room/area assignments to technologists.
  • Review future schedule to ensure isotopes are ordered in a timely manner.
  • Maintain and report all equipment outages via email to manager and change of shift personnel.
  • Train technologists on new protocols and procedures as needed.
  • Communicate effectively (orally and written) when handing off information to incoming shift leader or personnel; conduct daily huddles with staff assigned to shift; immediately report personnel issues to manager and/or radiology on-call administrator to ensure a professional and safe environment.
• Professional Development
  • Maintain ARRT (N), NMCT or CNMT certification.
  • Biennially update CPR certification.
  • Complete mandatory annual reviews.
  • Attend seminars and in-services.
  • Provide leadership to the modality with regard to patient care, customer service and new technology.
  • Maintain Point of Care Testing certification for glucose testing.
• Organizational Accountabilities
  • Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior; partner with all team members to achieve goals; receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.
  • Contribute to a positive work environment; demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change; identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes; make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.
  • Use resources efficiently; seek less costly ways of doing things.
  • Promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers; speak up when unsafe conditions are observed; validate information; take time to resolve uncertainty; communicate clearly.
  • Attend carefully to important details and practice Stop, Think, Act and Review to self-check behavior and performance.

District of Columbia-Washington

CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010

Allied Health

COE Hospital-Based Specialties

Position Status: R (Regular) - O - PRN

Shift: Day

Work Schedule:

flexible

Feb 21, 2025, 8:00:55 PM

Full-Time Salary Range: 87838.4 - 174200

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