Nuclear Medicine Technologist
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Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of PositionThe 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.Essential Job Functions- 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.Imaging Procedures- Coordinates the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolations precautionswhen 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.This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.Licensing/CertificationCertification 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)EducationAssociate's from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)Work Experience1 year of experience practicing Nuclear Medicine experience (preferred)SkillsMonitor patient conditions during treatmentsAdminister oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticalsInform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and careRecord patient information and medications within EPIC as indicatedAttention to detailAcceptance of authorityCritical thinkingCommunication with team members, patients, physicians and family membersTeamworkActive listeningRelationship buildingWorking ConditionsPeriods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occurMay be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuseMay be exposed to high noise levels and bright lightsMay be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluidsMay be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materialsMay have periods of constant interruptionsMany of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/AD&DEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more*Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusAll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email ...@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at ...@mercy.com