Nuclear Medicine Technologist - PRN

Job description

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The pay range for this position is $30.14-$55.18 based on direct and relevant experience.

Are you looking for a supportive, team orientated environment to maintain and expand your skills, earn additional income, and work a flexible schedule? If so, this may be the role you're looking for! RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team. As a Nuclear Medicine technologist, you will operate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes. Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide Nuclear Medicine services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. This is a casual/PRN position working day shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(90%) Patient Nuclear Medicine Imaging

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure

Explains and prepares patients for Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately

Performs routine and advanced Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure

Assesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and departmental policies

Demonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care services

Adjusts Nuclear Medicine scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate

Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers

Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers

Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)

Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers

Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements

Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use

Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines

(5%) Nuclear Medicine Department Support

Performs and records daily quality control procedures on specified equipment to ensure correct and accurate operation

Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission

Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer

Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades

Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary

Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable

(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned

Required:

NMTCB registered technologist, current and in good standing

Graduate of the American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography

Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable

Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Must have training and experience sufficient to competently perform Nuclear Medicine procedures independently

Certification in imaging specialty

Preferred:

Bilingual

Registered/licensed in PET and PET/CT

RAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion for and superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services - all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.

We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services! RAYUS Radiology is an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

We offer benefits (based on eligibility) including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k with company match, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, pet insurance, PTO and holiday pay and many more!

DailyPay implementation is contingent upon initial set-up period.

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