$10,000 Sign-on Bonus and Relocation Assistance Available

Facility

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center

Location

Fayetteville, North Carolina

Department

Nuclear Medicine

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Summary

Perform all procedures and operate all equipment designated within the assigned section of the Nuclear Medicine Department. Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job.  The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below.  In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Perform all Nuclear Medicine procedures performed in the technologist’s primary assignment section (General Nuclear Medicine, Nuclear Cardiology) for the diagnosis and treatment of specified diseases or conditions.

• Fully demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age to include neo-natal, newborns, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

• Assesses the patient, reviews the order or chart as appropriate reason for exam or pertinent patient complaint is documented.

• Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or refers questions to the radiologist or cardiologist when appropriate.

• Responsible for the prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the interpreting physician.

• Maintains accurate record of patient care.

• Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to radiation exposure, infection control guidelines and Universal Precautions.

• Maintains exceptional guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff..

• Monitors the timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals, striving for continuous quality improvement.

• Performs QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality, correct post processing) prior to sending to radiologist or cardiologist for interpretation.

• Actively participates in the clinical education of student technologists.

• Actively assists the Imaging Department in its efforts of reaching patient satisfaction goals by providing quality care, explaining procedures and performing procedures in a timely manner.

• Assist in all nuclear medicine areas as needed.

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training: 

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Certificate or Diploma Program required 

• ARRT (Nuclear Medicine) or NMTCB certified or board eligible.  Recent graduates must be registered by ARRT or certified by the NMTCB within twelve months of hire date.

Work Experience: 

• 1 year nuclear medicine technologist clinical experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required: 

• Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills.

• Verbal and written skills required. 

• Demonstrates good patient care. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development and understands the range of treatment needed for all age groups. 

• Provides care based on the patient’s developmental need.

• Experienced in the treatment of and interacts effectively with patients of all ages to include neo-natal, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to communicate orally. 

• Must have manual dexterity and visual acuity. 

• Must have mobility to assume awkward positions.

• Must have mobility to respond to emergency situations. 

• Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. 

• Ability to lift 100 lbs./ carry objects up to 50 lbs.

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Required Licenses and Certifications

ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity