Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Full Time
Company: Advocate Health
Location: Downers Grove
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Major Responsibilities:
- Accountable for the performance and documentation of all
diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing
proper technical parameters in order to produce quality studies.
- 10)Updates both outpatient and inpatient schedules, to include
the main department, nuclear cardiology and mobile PET, for the
following day and orders radiopharmaceuticals for the corresponding
procedures.
- 5)Maintain patient records and obtain appropriate medical
history and clinical information.
- 6)Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural
adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription
and according to approved exam parameters. Competently performs
venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for
medication administration. Accesses other vascular access devices,
as determined by department training and need. Follows correct
procedures for handling radioactive materials. Understands and
implements ALARA measures. Maintains accurate records of
pharmaceutical doses.
- 7)Responsible for computer processing to include, but not
limited to, cardiac procedures, spect procedures, renal
procedures.
- 8)Responsible for capturing appropriate exam charges and
start/completed times within the HIS/RIS Computer System.
- 9)Ensures that the Physician orders, procedures and scanned
documents sent to PACS are verified to enable radiologist
interpretation of the procedure.
- 1)Positions patient, adjusts equipment, secures immobilizie and
support devices as needed to perform procedures. Determines
appropriate image technique based on anatomy and patient's
condition to obtain quality images to provide to the
radiologist.
- 2)Identifies each patient correctly prior to an exam proceedure
being performed , using two forms of identification , as indicated
by the established Time Out protocol.
- 3)Monitors patients during scanning and communicates
extensively, using AIDET, with patients before, during and after
their exam to assure their comfort and cooperation. Provides
explanation of delay for testing to patients who are waiting past
their scheduled test times. Demonstrates good oral communications
skills with patients, fellow associates, physicians, and
administration. Adhers to Standards of Behavior.
- 4)Measures and records the radioactive dosage prescribed for a
patient with a dose calibrator.
- Adherence to all accepted safety standards and practices to
ensure patient safety and quality patient care.
- 1)Maintains compliance with established safety standards to
protect patients and staff at all times.
- 2)Verifies inpatient and outpatient orders, as established by
the Time Out Protocol
- 3)Assures accuracy of exam performed and requistion.
- 4)Performs clerical duties such as maintining adequate patient
records, making copies, answering phones, scheduling examinations,
giving instructions to patient in preparation for examination to
provide smooth and continuous departmental services.
- 5)Operates Nuclear Medicine equipment safely as required.
- 6)Maintains necessary records for compliance with governing
regulations.
- 7)Maintains supplies and cleanliness for entire Nuclear
Medicine department
- 8)Practices and conforms to all hospital infection control
policies as set by the Universal Protocol guidelines.
- 9)Adherence to proper hand washing technique
- 10)Always wear gloves when handling patients and
radiopharmaceuticals
- Coordination of quality control areas.
- 1)Coordinates the flow of patients into and out of the
department in accordance with established department procedures.
Transports patients into and out of department as necessary.
- 2)Checks images to assure optimal quality is attained and
correct image labeling is provided to meet ACR guidelines.
- 3)Ensures the exams are routinely completed in a timely
fashion. STAT exams to be completed within critical value/testing
guidelines.
- 4)Prepares nuclear medicie suite for procedures, maintains
equipment and supplies as required.
- 5)Monitors inventory of supplies and linen to ensure an
adequate level is available for overall departmental usage.
- Accountable for adhering to all Illinois Emergency Management
Agency IEMA) and Nuclear Medciine Department polcies and
procedures.
- 1)Provides radition protection to patients, staff and
environment. Follows guidelines of ALARA.
- 2)Wear film badges and rings to monitor radiation
exposure.
- 3)Adheres to pregnacny/breastfeeding verification guidelines to
women of child bearing age.
- Accountable for the proper operation of all nuclear medcine
equipment.
- 1)Promptly reports equipment, radiopharmaceutical, or operation
problems to supervising technologist, manager/director of
diagnostic imaging or radiologist.
- 2)Routinely uses Geiger counter in surveying rooms, equipment
and technologists for radiation protection.
- 3)Perform quality control tests daily to verify standardization
testing of Nuclear Medicine equipment.
- 4)Assists the department supervisor in the documentation and
collection of quality assurance information.
- Participation in problem-solving issues addressing patients,
department operations, quality assurance procedures,
interdepartament relationships and employee morale.
- Presenting and maintaining a professional standard.
- 3)Observes hospital/department guidelines concerning
dress,display of name badge,radiation badge, presenting a
professional appearance appropriate to the work environment.
- 4)Avoids excessive absenteeism/tardiness so that attendance
does not warrant repeated formal disciplinary action and/or disrupt
department productivity.
- 5)Compliance with Established Regulatory Standards, IDPH, IEMA,
ACR, EPA and OSHA standards and or regulations is essential
- 1)Maintains positive "guest relations" and telephone etiquette
following prescribed departmental policies and procedures.
- 2)Presents a consistently pleasant and cooperative demeanor to
fellow associates and supervisor.
- Rotates Emergency Call.Education/Experience Required:
- Must be a graduate from an accredited AMA School of Nuclear
Medicine New grads accepted Good oral and communication
skills.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
- Knowledge of HIS system Basic knowledge of RIS systems Computer
skills. IV skills.
- IEMA license in Medical Radiation Technology CPR certified
within 30 days of date of hirePhysicial Requirements and Working
Conditions:
- Ability to work rotating shifts any day of the week. Must be
able to take call on a rotational basis. Must be able to make
independent professional decisions pertaining to high quality
patient care Must have a high degree of technical skills Must be
able to function with minimal assistance in performing job
activities Must be conscientious in practicing high quality patient
care Position requires frequent movement of patients involving
lifting, pulling, bending, and stooping. Ability to work in a
fast-paced environment with established time constraints. May be
exposed to hazardous materials and life-threatening disease.
Radiation exposure. Must be able to deal with extremely ill
patients. This position can recognize needs and behaviors of the
following age groups: pediatric (newborn, toddler, school-age),
adolescent, adult, older adult. Evidence of this can be shown by
recognizing levels of development and modifying approach and
exhibiting communication skills necessary to interpret age specific
responses.
- If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact
the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting
requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when
patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling
equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other
associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement
situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.This job
description indicates the general nature and level of work expected
of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a
comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities
required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform
other related duties.
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