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Job Description Summary

The Nuclear Medicine Technologist assists the Radiologic Physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disease by the administration and detection of radioactive drugs. Maintains documentation of use and disbursement of all radioactive material. Performs daily and weekly calibrations on radioactive equipment and instruments. Maintains records on all calibrations and maintenance of equipment. Complies and updates records and files on all patients. Identifies, documents, and reports any incident or unsafe condition. Maintains proper level of supplies and isotopes within the department.

Job Description

Essential Functions

• Patient Assessment and Preparation - Review patient history, verify orders, and screen for contraindications to radiopharmaceuticals or imaging procedures.
• Radiopharmaceutical Preparation- Accurately prepare and handle radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with safety and regulatory guidelines.
• Diagnostic Injections - Administer radiopharmaceuticals, under physician direction, for diagnostic imaging procedures.
• Therapeutic Injections - Administer therapeutic doses (e.g., I-131, Ra-223) under physician direction, ensuring proper patient monitoring and documentation.
• PET/CT Imaging - Operate PET/CT scanners to acquire high-quality hybrid images
• Image Processing and Analysis - Process and analyze images using specialized software to ensure diagnostic accuracy and clarity.
• Radiation Safety - Implement ALARA principles to protect patients, staff, and self from unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Quality Control - Perform daily, weekly, and periodic quality control tests on imaging equipment and dose calibrators.
• Documentation and Recordkeeping - Maintain accurate records of administered doses, imaging procedures, and patient interactions in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Equipment Operation and Maintenance - Operate and troubleshoot imaging systems, hot lab equipment, and radiation detection instruments.
• Regulatory Compliance - Adhere to NRC, state, and institutional regulations regarding radiopharmaceutical handling, storage, and disposal.
• Emergency Response - Recognize and respond to adverse reactions or medical emergencies during or after radiopharmaceutical administration.
• Patient Education and Support - Explain procedures, answer questions, and provide emotional support to patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
• Provides age-specific care to all age groups.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration - Work closely with nuclear medicine physicians, radiologists, oncologists, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care.
• Continuing Education and Professional Development - Stay current with advances in nuclear medicine, PET/CT technology, and therapeutic applications through ongoing education and certification. Is familiar with and follows hospital wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control.
• Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to ensure the quality of patient care.
• Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies.
• Performs other duties as requested by primary manager that do not compromise moral code of conduct or protocols set in place for patient or employee safety

Supervised Positions

• None

Qualifications

Minimum Education Required

• Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Associate of Science in Radiology Technology
• Start a formal Nuclear Medicine education program within one year of start date.
• Complete a formal Nuclear Medicine program within 3 years of start date.
• Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist within 6 months of graduation from a formal Nuclear Medicine program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within six (6) months of hire

Minimum Education Preferred

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Minimum Experience Preferred

• Two (2) or more years of healthcare experience

Required Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Ability to achieve and hold a current and active registry from ARRT or NMTCB.
• Must meet all continuing education requirements for credentials and registry.
• Ability and actions to adapt to changes in work/work flow.
• Demonstrates effective time management techniques.
• Demonstrates responsibility for educational requirements as evidenced by reading all assigned related references, and attending all required educational programs relative to responsibilities, or webinars, completing annual Symplr requirements, and completing annual performance evaluation requirements.
• The ability to operate large, complex electronic equipment and use various technology platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care.
• Detail oriented.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department to include General Nuclear Medicine, Cardiology Nuclear Medicine, and PET/CT
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with all levels of staff: doctors, medical physicists, nuclear pharmacists, computer specialists, nurses, and administrative staff.
• Basic typing and computer skills.
• Experience in operating personal computers in a Windows environment.
• Customer service oriented.
• Annual completion of competency requirements.
• Demonstrates proper reliability for on-call coverage.
• Call support to the hospital within forty-five (45) minutes of Radio-iosotope delivery.
• Demonstrates commitment to organizations five (5) priorities and Six Ground Rules
• Person in this position is required to understand, agree upon and follow our Six Ground Rules:
  • No excuses.
  • We are a team.
  • Bring up your ideas.  Poor performance will be addressed.
  • ‘That’s not my job’ is not acceptable
  • Manage Up.

Shift

Day

Shift Details

FTE

1

Type

Regular

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Southeast Health is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Southeast Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.