Description

Shift Info:  The need for this current position is cover to call outs, techs wanting time off, and/or to help with weekend staff.  These shifts range from 6am to 7:30pm Monday to Friday, Weekend hours are from 8am- 4:30pm.

RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Performs diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine and/or Nuclear Cardiology procedures according to all Protocols, Policies and Procedures and adhering to A.L.A.R.A. programs. Performs all quality control procedures in accordance with manufacturer, state and federal guidelines.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Demonstrates competence and proficiency in performing all required nuclear medicine exams on patients of all age groups, positioning the patient and equipment, selecting the protocol, technique and utilizing all required equipment.
2. Reviews all exam requisitions for pertinent information and makes notes on all additional pertinent information.
3. Determine the quality of radiopharmaceutical received from suppliers.
4. Explains test procedures and safety precautions to patients and provide them with assistance during test procedures.
5. Protects self, patient and other personnel during all nuclear medicine exams.
6. Maintains all required records, reports, licenses and files as required by Federal, State and other regulatory agencies.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
1. Knowledge of human physiology
2. Must be able to perform quality Nuclear Medicine examinations in accordance with all standards.
3. Must be able to provide other technologists instruction on the same equipment.
4. Must deliver SAFE care in accordance with the Alwaysafe program.
5. Must use AIDET with every encounter and be proficient with service recovery.