Overview

Performs nuclear medicine imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.

Prepares and transports patients as necessary.

Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation.

Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS. Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as Instructed.

Responsibilities

Prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.
Fill hypodermic syringe with specified amount of isotope and tagging component
Observe strict precautions in handling isotopes to safeguard against overexposure to radiation.
Follow recommended guidelines of the nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) A. L.A.R.A. program.
Operate gamma camera and related computers.
Keep records of tests conducted, test results, use, and disposition of isotopes.
Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- and intradepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.
Must be available for on call assignments, as needed.

Minimum Education

Must have completed an approved nuclear medicine program and be certified by the nuclear medicine technology certification board.

Minimum Work Experience

Minimum of three years of nuclear medicine experience with progressive responsibilities.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Provides overall supervision for nuclear medicine personnel, including scheduling and distribution of workload.
Participates in the evaluation of job performance of subordinates.
Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately
Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals
Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred
Basic computer knowledge is preferred
Ability to move or lift patients and equipment
Ability to work independently within general guidelines
Ability to communicate in English, both orally and written
Required to comply with OSHA regulations for the N95 respirator training and fit testing

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