Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Days
Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Days
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Benefits with a whole-person approach to wellness
- Lifestyle Engagement
- e.g. health coaches relaxation rooms health focused apps (Wonder Ripple) mental health support
- Access & Affordability
- e.g. minimal or zero copays team member cost sharing premiums daycare
Summary :
The Nuclear Medicine Technologist works within state regulatory guidelines to perform nuclear medicine procedures under the supervision of the radiologist cardiologist and/or radiation oncologist.Job Description:
Schedule: days position 8 hour shifts. Rotates to TCA TCN and Cancer Center. Holiday and weekend call rotation.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Understands and applies state regulatory requirements related to the handling administration and storage of radiopharmaceuticals to protect team members and patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Performs ordered examinations (including therapies) of appropriate anatomical regions in accordance with accepted standards of practice and protocols of the individual site reading physician.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform planar SPECT (single-photon emission computerized tomography) and dynamic nuclear medicine imaging on a variety of equipment to create the best possible images of specific areas of the body.
Under the supervision of a provider demonstrates knowledge and skills needed to perform nuclear medicine procedures per protocol and adjusts techniques according to patient needs.
Communicates effectively with patients families nursing and team members to provide the best care to our patients.
Shows competency in intravenous access and administration of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with established protocols while using aseptic technique.
Completes documentation on time and accurately in accordance with department policy/procedure including proper image management and accurate documentation in electronic medical record.
Applies critical thinking skills and maintains order accuracy when triaging and prioritizing patients.
Practices safety at all times which includes adhering to ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles for proper radiation safety for self and patients using mobilization and immobilization devices following safe patient handling practices following infection prevention practices (proper personal protective equipment) and following hand hygiene to comply with all government agencies or other regulatory bodies.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associates degree
NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) Technologist AART(N) The American Academy of Radiology Technologists Nuclear Registered
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to move freely (standing stooping walking bending pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts fumes or airborne particles toxic or caustic chemicals and risk of electrical shock
Possible exposure to communicable diseases hazardous materials and pharmacological agents
Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients
Use of computers throughout the work day
Frequent use of keyboard with repetitive motion of hands wrists and fingers
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
32Scheduled FTE:
0.8Location:
ThedaCare Regional Medical Center - Appleton - AppletonWisconsinOvertime Exempt:
NoEmployment Type
Full-Time