Dual Certified Nuclear Medicine/CT Technologist 1Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including:
- Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans
- Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision
- Disability and Life Insurance options
- On Site Child Care
- Educational Reimbursement
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts
- Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more!
Location: Sussex Campus Hospital (Occasional Float)Status: Full Time 80 Hours per pay period
Shift: Days
SALARY RANGE: 40.87 + BOE, HOURLY
General Summary:Under the direction of the Cardiology Manager or Nuclear Med Lead Technologist demonstrates competency and actively functions in Nuclear Medicine procedures.
Responsibilities:1. Prepares procedure room and patient for all studies. Properly disinfect all equipment after each patient, following cleaning policies and protocols. All dirty linen should be disposed and replaced after every patient. Monitor patient flow for efficient daily operations.
2. Educates patient regarding ordered procedure and answers any related questions.Obtain patient history and written consent for exam. Verify patient information, check for appropriate ICD-9/10 codes. Utilize appropriate patient safety screening/consent forms to ensure all safety precautions have been addressed prior to procedure.
3. Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures in accordance with established protocols. Positions patients and selects appropriate equipment necessary to accomplish procedure depending upon the age of the patient and the physical capabilities. Adjusts scan times and pregnancy forms as needed for patient age or limitations. Monitors patient during procedures; notifies Cardiologist of reactions or problems. Assist the radiologists when necessary. Every effort must be made to minimize patient discomfort.
4. Demonstrate competency on all general diagnostic imaging equipment in Nuclear Medicine. Ensure quality images for all completed procedures prior to releasing patient by reviewing films or sending images to the PACS Imaging System, depending on type of procedure.
5. Carries out duties and assumes responsibility for portions of the quality assurance program, as directed by the equipment vendors. Maintain competence with the hospital Medical Record (HMR) software and PACS system.
6. Review unspecified the work report daily to ensure all exams have been properly charged and send to PACS.
7. Maintain adequate supplies. Responsible for stocking the room, as assigned, at the beginning of each shift and throughout the day to ensure that the room is always ready to perform the required procedures. Be aware of supply needs and par levels, and report all items that fall below par level to the designated person.
8. Demonstrate competency on CT QC and CT Attenuation correction for Nuclear Medicine images as needed according to standards of practice.
9. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities.
NMTCB (CT) or R.T.(N)(CT)(ARRT)
Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience:- Education: Associate Degree; Nuclear Medicine.
- Credential(s): Basic Life Support Or RT (N)(CT) through ARRT Or NMTCB (CT).
- Experience: Cardiac CT and Nuclear familiarity; highly autonomous role.
Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience:- Education: None.
- Credential(s): Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
- Experience: Nuclear Medicine Experience.
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