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Nuclear Medicine Technologist- CVCA Clinic Tuscaloosa

DCH Health System
Posted 2 months ago, valid for 9 days
Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position requires an enhanced knowledge in Nuclear Medicine and a minimum of 2 years of experience in the field.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for providing imaging services to patients of all ages, ensuring safety standards, and maintaining a quality care environment.
  • Candidates must hold current registration by the ARRT in radiography and/or nuclear medicine or be a graduate of a CNMT program with CNMT certification.
  • The role offers a competitive salary of $70,000 per year, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Strong communication skills and adherence to safety protocols are essential for maintaining patient satisfaction and departmental efficiency.

Overview

He/she must have an enhanced knowledge in the area of Nuclear Medicine. They must have the specific expertise and skills necessary for maintaining a safe Nuc Med environment daily. They must know basic anatomy, physiology and physics as it pertains to Nuc Med patient care.

Responsibilities

 

  • Provides imaging services and transportation to patients of all ages; including neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric. Provides patients and families with thorough explanations and adequate communication.
  • Upholds all safety standards related to assigned position. Follows the established protocols, practices and guidelines for assigned area of expertise to provide quality service. Observes accreditation standards.
  • Prioritizes customer and patient satisfaction and utilizes AIDET principles. Works with other departments, modalities and personnel to provide above average care to patients and families.
  • Uses I Care principles to ensure proper patient identification, correct exam, and to improve patient communication and engagement.
  • Practices good stewardship with supplies, equipment and department resources to assist in maintaining the financial viability of the DCH Health System.
  • Administers radiopharmaceuticals to all assigned patients according to policy and procedure.
  • Practices Nuc Med pharmaceutical safety. Follows department policies related to radiopharmaceutical safety and as dictated by the State of Alabama regulation for Radioactive Materials.
  • Performs nuclear medicine procedures in accordance with the authorized users of the facility Radioactive Materials License.
  • Understands clinical history, supply and exam charges. Follows billing practices.
  • Correlates clinical history with the exam(s) being performed.
  • Performs duties necessary to maintain accreditation.
  • Participates in Nuc Med QC and completes appropriate documentation for all Nuc Med equipment.
  • Provides all QC and documentation of assay, dispensation and disposal of radioactive materials.
  • Participates in the development of exam procedures and performance of necessary inspections by regulatory and accrediting organizations.
  • Works with the manager/supervisor/staff to control and maintain inventory and supplies and communicates problems and supply needs as required.
  • Understands, utilizes and takes responsibility for the care, cleaning and maintenance of all imaging, transport and office supplies, equipment and software as required by assigned area. 
  • Functions proficiently in specified area with little or no supervision.

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    DCH Standards:

    • Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
    • Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
    • Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
    • Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
    • Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
    • Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
    • Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
    • Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
    • All other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

     

  • Must be efficient in the use of imaging equipment in the area of expertise, office equipment and related material essential to good patient care, imaging exams and Synapse.
  • Must be able to read, write legibly, speak, and comprehend English.
  • Must fulfill the graduation and registration requirements as follows:

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    Nuclear Medicine (CNMT, ARRT (N)) – Must have current registration by the ARRT in radiography and/or nuclear medicine or a graduate of a CNMT program with CNMT certification.

     

    WORKING CONDITIONS

     

    WORK CONTEXT

    • Interpersonal Relationships
    • Contact with others
    • Electronic mail
    • Frequency of Conflict Situations
    • Face-to-Face Discussions
    • Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
    • Telephone
    • Work with Work Group or Team
    • Physical Work Conditions
      • Awkward Positions
      • Exposed to Disease or Infections
      • Exposed to Radiation
      • Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
      • Physical Proximity
      • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
      • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
      • Wear Radiation Protection
    • Structural Job Characteristics
      • Consequence of Error
      • Freedom to Make Decisions
      • Frequency of Decision Making
      • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
      • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

     

    PHYSICAL FACTORS

    • Physical Abilities
      • Dynamic Flexibility
      • Extent Flexibility
      • Gross Body Coordination
      • Gross Body Equilibrium
      • Stamina
      • Static Strength
      • Trunk Strength
    • Must be able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
    • Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range.
    • Physical presence onsite is essential. 

     

    OTHER JOB FACTORS

    • Work Styles
      • Adaptability/Flexibility
      • Analytical Thinking
      • Attention to Detail
      • Concern for Others
      • Cooperation
      • Dependability
      • Independence
      • Initiative
      • Integrity
      • Self-Control
      • Social Orientation
      • Stress Tolerance
    • Work Values
      • Achievement
      • Independence
      • Relationships
      • Working Conditions


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