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NUCLEAR MED TECHNOLOGIST II

The Methodist Hospitals

Merrillville, INJobNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoChecked 1w ago
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Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Merrillville, IN
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ARRT RegistrationNMTCB RegistrationIndiana State LicenseCertified Nuclear Med TechCertified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

Job overview

The Methodist Hospitals is hiring a NUCLEAR MED TECHNOLOGIST II. The Nuclear Med Technologist II performs all types of nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapy on patients under the direction of an authorized radiologist. This role involves communicating unsafe conditions, conferring with radiologists on unclear orders, and documenting radioactive materials in accordance with regulations.

Key focus areas include Communicate with supervisor or designee regarding unsafe conditions, equipment malfunction, and departmental needs, Confer and obtain guidance from a radiologist on unclear procedure orders, and Document and record receipts, returns, and disposals of radioactive materials.

Successful candidates bring ARRT Or NMTCB Registration, Indiana State License, and Nuclear Medicine. Important skills include Nuclear Medicine Procedures, Interpersonal Skills, Computer Skills, Work With Minimal Supervision, and Team Environment. Preferred (not required): Work Under Stressful Situations.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Nuclear Medicine ProceduresInterpersonal SkillsComputer SkillsWork With Minimal SupervisionWork Under Stressful SituationsTeam Environment

Qualifications

ARRT RegistrationNMTCB RegistrationIndiana State License2 Healthcare/Medical - Nuclear Medicine ExperienceCertified Nuclear Med TechCertified Cardiac Pulmonary ResuscitationBachelor's Allied Health-Nuclear Medicine

Full job description

Overview Under direction of an authorized radiologist, this position performs all types of nuclear medicine imaging procedures and therapy on patients as requested by physicians. Responsibilities PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES(*Essential Functions)

  • Communicates with supervisor or his/her designee of any unsafe condition, equipment malfunction and other departmental needs.

  • Confers and obtains guidance from a radiologist on all unclear procedure orders before proceeding with the exam.

  • Documents and records receipts of all radioactive materials, returns and disposals of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Department of Transportations (DOT).

  • Orders radiopharmaceuticals as needed.

  • Performs all types of nuclear medicine imaging procedures, as requested by a physician, by using Gamma camera and by using the department and radiologist set protocols.

  • Verfies patient name and date of birth, and explains in full details the procedure to be performed prior to start of exam.

  • Performs daily surveys, collects flood data, bar phantoms, calibration check of dose and calibrator at the appropriate times as outlined in the documents and procedure manuals.

  • Prepares assays in the prescribed dose and route administration, performs quality control radiopharmaceuticals on patients in accordance with Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and the Indiana State Board of Health (ISBH) regulations.

  • Prepares necessary paperwork after completion of exam and forwards them to radiologist for reading. Qualifications JOB SPECIFICATIONS(Minimum Requirements)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Must be proficient in performing all Nuclear Medicine procedures.

  • Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and computer skills.

  • Ability to work with minimal supervision, under stressful situations, and in a team environment.

  • Must be registered by ARRT and/or NMTCB.

  • Must have Indiana State License.

EDUCATION

  • Bachelors Allied Health-Nuclear Medicine Preferred

  • 1 Healthcare/Medical - Radiology (Imaging and Therapy) Preferred

  • 2 Healthcare/Medical - Nuclear Medicine Required

  • Certified Nuclear Med Tech

  • Certified Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation

STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR Meets the Standards of Behavior as outlined in Personnel Policy and Procedure #1, Employee Relations Code. CONFIDENTIALITY/HIPAA/CORPORATE COMPLIANCE Demonstrates knowledge of procedures for protecting and maintaining security, confidentiality and integrity of employee, patient, family, organizational and other medical information. Understands and supports the commitment of Methodist Hospitals in adhering to federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations governing ethical business practices for healthcare providers. DISCLAIMER - The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

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