Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: MedStar Health
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Job SummaryPerforms a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic
procedures involving the use of radioactive materials in accordance
with department policies and procedures and mandated regulatory
agency requirements.Minimum QualificationsEducation/TrainingAn
Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an A.M.A
approved school is required or a Certificate from a US Armed Forces
Nuclear Medicine program with a minimum of 3 years of registered
experience.ExperienceAt least three months of PRN or on the job
experience.On The Job ExperienceApproximately three to six months
to gain familiarity with the Hospital environment, department
routines and procedures, and the full range of job
duties.License/Certification/RegistrationNMTCB or ARRT(N)
registration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is required for
employment.Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesPROBLEM SOLVING: Job
requires a moderate level of problem-solving. However, the problems
are usually not very complex. Standard methods, guides, and
procedures are generally available.INTERNAL CONTACTS: Internal
contacts necessary to effectively explain and interpret information
for others inside the Hospital. Exhibits service excellence
behaviors in all interpersonal interactions. Acts as liaison
between physicians, technologists, nurses, and
management.INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT: Work generally has standard
procedures and instructions but frequently requires deviation from
established methods to achieve results.Primary Duties and
ResponsibilitiesOrders, prepares, measures, calculates and
administers radiopharmaceuticals in therapeutic, diagnostic, and
tracer studies as prescribed by the Nuclear Medicine
physician.Selects proper kit and performs independent in-house
preparation of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with
manufacturer's specifications and hospital policy. Performs proper
quality control of preparation, and maintains documentation of
radiopharmaceutical records.Interviews patients regarding medical
background and if necessary, obtains appropriate consent. Reviews
patient's electronic chart, along with physician's order and
performs appropriate study. Recognizes inadequate orders and takes
appropriate action.Prepares and positions patients, transfers
patients in a safe manner according to department policy. Obtains
pertinent and good quality images, recognizes artifact and other
imaging issues and takes appropriate action. Measures glandular
activity, and reviews images to ensure that the required
information has been acquired and that the images have been
processed properly and are of the highest obtainable
quality.Coordinates assigned section efficiently in order to
maintain smooth patient flow, minimizes waiting time and expedites
patient discharge while avoiding delaying studies after own shifts
ends in conjunction with Floor Coordinator and Advanced Nuclear
medicine technologist.Surveys and calibrates camera equipment and
instrumentation as necessary. Maintains clean imaging rooms and
equipment.Takes appropriate action when equipment fails and reports
equipment malfunction to supervisory personnel.Correctly places,
connects and tests 12 lead EKG monitoring cables; and initiates EGK
strips during cardiologist monitored Nuclear stress tests.Handles
radioactive material safely according to Nuclear Regulatory
Commission (NRC) rules and regulations. Identifies, stores, and
disposes of decaying material in accordance with federal and state
regulations and institutional policies.Practices good hand
monitoring, completes room surveys daily and complies with
radiation safety bio-assay policy. Returns film badge in a timely
manner.Orders and cancels radiopharmaceuticals appropriately and
maintains computerized records in order to maintain optimal flow
and decrease waste. Ensures that documentation of study cancelation
or rescheduling is appropriately documented and patients' folders
are discarded or filed as appropriate. Utilize all department
information systems to complete billing appropriately.Adhere to
Joint commission guidelines by following policies regarding record
keeping, aseptic technique, equipment maintenance and cleaning,
isolation technique and signage. Follows infection control
practices to provide a safe and sanitary working environment for
patients and the general public.Works in a safe and timely manner
following ALARA guidelines, minimizing radiation exposure to self
and patient. Adheres to department personal monitoring policy and
turns in film badge in accordance with.Takes call on a rotating
basis, for after hours/weekend and holiday coverage.May be asked to
participate in students training by assisting, teaching, and
testing students.Performs other position related duties as
assigned.
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