Nuclear Med Tech Registered

Job Summary

Performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures using radioisotope material and Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of disease in humans. Accurate and methodical record-keeping and safety techniques must be employed.

Responsible To:
Diagnostic Imaging Management and Radiologists.

Workers Supervised:
None

Inter-Relationships:
Patients, visitors, physicians, and all department/hospital personnel, office personnel, vendors, and community.

• Produces images of high diagnostic quality for all Nuclear Medicine procedures which are to include: preparing and administering correct isotope material and dose, establishing IVs on patients for appropriate exams, utilizing computer with ease and accuracy for appropriate exams, positioning patients accurately, maintaining correct film and part identification, critiquing completed images, and following exam through to a taken status.
• Responsible to assist with Nuclear Medicine quality assurance, inspections, record keeping and current NRC license and licensing compliance issues.
• Must interpret and implement federal, state and hospital regulations/requirements regarding the handling of radio nuclides.
• Handles Radioactive material appropriately and safely by receiving, handling and returning all Radioactive material in a timely, efficient and safe manner, maintaining accurate records of all radioactive material, maintaining accurate records of the calibration data, maintain accurate records of patient monitor/history, decontaminates areas as needed and informs the proper personnel of precautions or dangers as needed and reports.
• Acquires complete and appropriate patient history and conveys all pertinent information to radiologist.
• Familiarity with terminology and the procedures performed in all of Diagnostic Imaging. Demonstrates a working knowledge of all front desk and file room procedures.
• Communicates delays to patients. Explains procedures so that patients are comfortable. Obtains thorough and pertinent patient history and prepares patients for examination.
• Encourages and assist in research at the technologist level. Keeps abreast of new procedures and exams as it pertains to area of diagnostic imaging practice.
• Selects the appropriate equipment and is aware of the set up based on procedure protocol, specifications, and standards.
• Evaluates the technical quality of images and is able to record, archive, retrieve, compile, and calculate data.
• Independently capable of assisting the radiologist during invasive procedures such as biopsies and abscess drainages.
• Positions the patient based on anatomy in question and provides accurate measurements, educates and can clearly explain procedures before imaging, and follows age-specific guidelines.
• Practices positive patient identification
• Confers with radiologist regarding patient care and protocol as necessary.

• Act as a leader in Nuc Med by providing education and information for all procedures.
• Assist Radiation Safety Officer with the Radiation Safety program for the facility.
• Responsible for Nuclear Medicine quality assurance, inspections, record keeping and current NRC license and licensing compliance issues.
• Must interpret and implement federal, state and hospital regulations/requirements regarding the handling of radio nuclides.
• Handles Radioactive material appropriately and safely by receiving, handling and returning all Radioactive material in a timely, efficient and safe manner, maintaining accurate records of all radioactive material, maintaining accurate records of the calibration data, maintain accurate records of patient monitor/history, decontaminates areas as needed and informs the proper personnel of precautions or dangers as needed and reports.

• Consistently treats patients and co-workers with dignity and respect. Observes patient and employee confidentiality as described by the privacy policies of Memorial Healthcare and complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports…