Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Cardiology Stress Testing

Position Status:

Full time

Shift:

First Shift (Days - Less than 12 hours per shift) (United States of America)

Hours per week:

40

Job Information
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

A Brief Overview
The nuclear medicine technologist must be able to independently perform multiple nuclear medicine procedures of a highly technical nature. This includes quality control, handling radioactive materials, and performing nuclear procedures. The mobile technologist will comply with all commercial driver's license (CDL) regulations and requirements as well as overseeing truck maintenance in collaboration with the Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology department. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. (Required proficiency)
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form, ability to access patient status: ie- mental status, physical condition, etc. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

• Nuclear Medicine Technology - ARRT CNMT is also accepted. Required
• Drivers License - DMV Current Valid Driver’s License and Clean MVR with 3-year baseline and annual MVR review Required
• May require obtaining a Class B license depending on need.
• Basic Life Support - BLS Required within 90 days of hire. Required
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - NMTCB ARRT is also accepted. Required

What you will do

• Understands the theories and principles behind the equipment and tests performed in the Nuclear Medicine/Nuclear Cardiology department. Performs a variety of diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radioactive materials.
• Performs IV puncture, utilizing proper injection techniques while injecting radiopharmaceuticals. Prepare and administer I-131 thyroid therapies.
• Performs a variety of diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing radioactive materials.
• Produces quality studies to meet the needs of physicians and customers. May provide preliminary findings to physicians and other healthcare professionals as deemed necessary.
• Quality control instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating malfunction.
• Able to operate Class B commercial vehicles. Able to travel on the road to different outreach locations and perform nuclear procedures.
• Complies with technical standards and protocols as described in the Policy and Procedure Manual. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, safety, environment and infection control standards.
• Practices radiation protection techniques (ALARA) to minimize radiation exposure.
• Perform area survey on assigned working areas.
• All necessary documentation is clear and comprehensive.
• Processes and routes patient charts. Responds to code blue situations.
• Provide instruction and technical guidance while training new employees.
• Contributes to a “team” atmosphere by demonstrating excellent communication skills and positive interactions.
• Makes recommendations to the Lead Nuclear Technologist / Department Manager for capital and operating budget needs.
• Problem solves on the road with any issues that arise (camera, vehicle, technical, etc.).
• Orders, receives, and returns radioactive materials from radiopharmacy. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms and equipment to maintain work environment.

Travel Requirements

• Driving mobile clinic to locations to perform duties when assigned

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 and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.
• Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.
• Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.
• Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

• On-Site; No Remote

Scope

• No Supervisory Responsibility
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• No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility

Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.

Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.