Nuclear Medical Tech*/Part-Time/Needmore Rd/No Call at Premier Health

Dayton, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Nuclear Medicine Procedures, Radiopharmaceutical Administration, Venipuncture, Radiation Protection, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Patient Education, Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Radiology Information System (RIS), Anatomy and Physiology

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

**NO CALL REQUIRED** Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Tech Unit: Needmore Road Medical Imaging Shift: 6:30a-2p Facility: MVH-Needmore Medical **Sign on Bonus Eligible $12,500** Independently performs Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing proper techniques and administration of radiopharmaceuticals. Works under their scope of practice and in accordance with certificate/licensure in the administration of medications, operation of equipment, and venipuncture. Coordinates patient flow and the activities of the Nuclear Medicine department including radiation protection practices. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of his/her duties in order to maintain equipment in good working condition. May perform procedures in other imaging modalities based on departmental needs. Essential Duties & Functions: 1. Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures of diagnostic and therapeutic quality as ordered by the referring physician and/or radiologist on patients of all ages according to established protocols. Evaluates diagnostic Nuclear Medicine studies for technical image quality. 2. Obtains clinical history and data for correlation with the Nuclear Medicine procedure. 3. Implements screening and safety measures in accordance with prescribed Nuclear Medicine safety standards. Performs Quality Control/Quality Assurance as required. 4. Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals to the patient according to policy. Practices sterile techniques. 5. Assists Radiologist in special procedures and in performing medical treatment during emergency situations. 6. Coordinates patient care with other areas in order to optimize patient time and satisfaction 7. Assesses learning needs and educates patients/families regarding procedures based on individual needs. Thoroughly educates patients about exam. 8. Ensures that all records, files and reports are properly recorded as required, performs clerical duties when necessary, verifies a signed physician order is received and corresponds with the billed procedure. 9. Maintains knowledge of the locations and operation of all emergency equipment in the unit. 10. Follows radiation safety policies and procedures. Education Required: Associate degree Additional requirements: Type of degree: Allied Health Area of study or major: Nuclear Medicine Technology Licensure/Certification/Registration: CPR Certification required Nuclear Medicine registry required ODH licensure required ARRT RT (R) registry required and/or NMTCB Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience Preferred experience: One year experience in specialized field of Nuclear Medicine Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge in anatomy and physiology Knowledge of Ohio Department of Health rules & regulations Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Proficient in Radiology Information System (RIS) and Image Storage

Responsibilities

Independently perform diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine procedures and administer radiopharmaceuticals. Coordinate patient flow and maintain equipment while ensuring strict adherence to radiation safety policies.