Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech - Springfield Regional Medical Center

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

Up to $15000 Sign On Bonus

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech applies the skills and art of nuclear medicine imaging through safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment while leading the daily operations of the section.

Essential Job Functions

Schedules and triages procedures based on priority level and skills needed.

Assures the smooth flow of section activities recognizing when other staff members need assistance or other resources.

Provides expertise in decision making problem solving conflict resolution and section operations.

Acts as the point of contact and resource for hospital staff physicians patients and their families.

Updates imaging guidelines and disseminates protocol changes to staff.

Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal state and local agency audits

Develops and maintains schedules with oversight from the manager.

Radiopharmaceuticals Involved in the procurement preparation quality control calculation identification documentation administration disposal storage and safe handling of radiopharmaceuticals and other radioactive materials.

Monitors equipment and coordinates repairs.

Coordinates and participates in the training of new employees and staff.

Monitors supplies and equipment inventories.

Coordinates reconciliation of patient charges.

Coordinates holiday and back up coverage with oversight from the manager.

Contributes to decision making for hiring and performance evaluation of imaging employees.

Maintains the quality assurance program for the section.

Develops and expands staff members imaging skills.

Develops protocols and implements quality performance standards.

Researches and implements new imaging techniques.

Instructs and provides guidance for affiliate imaging training program students.

Prioritizes tasks and duties of all other staff in the section.

Provides suggestions and recommendations regarding supplies and equipment.

Assists with collection and data analysis.

Implements techniques to minimize the occurrence of artifacts and repeats.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other jobrelated duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required)

State Licensure (preferred unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

BLS Basic Life Support American Heart Association (preferred upon hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)

Education

Associates from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Work Experience

2 years experience practicing Nuclear Medicine (required)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)

Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Language

None

Patient Population

Adults (1864 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions use personal protective equipment and devices and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Acuity far

Acuity near

Depth perception

Hazards

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Gaseous risk exposure

Other Exposure to radiation sources

Skills

Monitor patient conditions during treatments

Administer oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticals

Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care

Record patient information and medications within EPIC as indicatedAttention to detail

Acceptance of authority

Critical thinking

Communication with team members patients physicians and family members

Teamwork

Active listening

Relationship building

staff scheduling

Leadership

managing staff

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive affordable medical dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 601.4(a) 60300.5(a) and 60741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .