Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Technical

White Plains , NY

Full Time

WPH CAMS - Nuclear Medicine

Day: Monday - Friday varied shifts

Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares patient for procedures. Assists radiologists when needed. Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Develops/processes film/CDs when needed. Adheres to established radiology "standards of care". Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to hospital wide customer service programs. Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance.

Performs diagnostic and some special procedure medical radiographic images utilizing CT assistance. Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following:

Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies and Behaviors

Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires

Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces good technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered

Assists physicians during procedures as necessary

Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed, orders supplies

May be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when situations arise in the department. Works on call, holiday, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department

Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.

Processes films, or prints CD's if needed

Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/ films, documents information on patients' request, Meditech or hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system

Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors

Shows radiologist films and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (wet readings)

May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor

Treats all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.

Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.

Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups

Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services

Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital

Performs all other related duties as assigned

Education& Experience Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required

Nuclear Medicine Technologist must be a graduate of an allied health education and accredited radiography school or equivalent.

NY State DOH Licensure required.

ARRT - NMTCB required.

BLS certified through the American Heart Association required.

Core Competencies Team work, adaptability, communication skills, problem-solving skills, planning and organizing, attention to detail, judgment and decisions making skills, stress tolerance.

Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment

Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the department to access patients and paperwork.

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery

The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.

Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in the department.

Frequently move and position patients for exams

May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access). A copy of the SDS data base can also be found at the hospital switchboard, saved on a disc.