Nuclear Medicine Technologist/CT Hybrid

HSU is Oregons only public academic health center. We are a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and southwest Washington. We are an institution of higher learning with schools of medicine nursing pharmacy dentistry and public health and with a network of campuses and partners throughout Oregon. We are a national research hub with thousands of scientists developing lifesaving therapies and deeper understanding. We are a statewide economic engine and Portlands largest employer. And as a public organization we provide services for the most vulnerable Oregonians and outreach to improve health in communities across the state.

The Nuclear Medicine/CT Technologist performs a comprehensive range of diagnostic and therapeuticnuclear medicine procedures that utilize a variety of equipment for use in diagnosis and treatment ofpatient disease. Nuclear Medicine Technologists work with infant pediatric adult and geriatric patients.

Nuclear Medicine:

• Performs all phases of diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures. These procedures include but are not limited to imaging bone liver kidney brain infection and tumor localization and pharmacologic / stress exercise myocardial perfusion. Prepares various diagnostic and therapeutic isotopes for patient administration. Utilizes applications of Planar In-vitro SPECT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography) SPECT/CT (Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography/Computerized Tomography) and PET/CT (Positron Emission Tomography/Computerized Tomography) to optimize each image during the examination to obtain the highestquality study with the least discomfort to the patient.
• Assists thephysician in invasive and/or specialized procedures such as a therapysentinel node injection/localization brain shunts as directed. Provides quality Planar SPECT SPECT/CT PET/CT and In-Vitro applications to acquire images or in-vitro testing using optimal skills and knowledgeof equipment. Evaluates normal/abnormal anatomy and any related abnormalities or artifacts for presentation to Radiologist using knowledge and principals of nuclear medicine Gamma Camera planar SPECT SPECT/CT and PET/CT physics. Recognizes and reports significant situations relating to patient care. Participates in research protocols under the supervision of physicians and supervisor.

CT Imaging:

• Provides quality multi-slice computed CT applications to acquire examswith accuracy and efficiency using optimal skills and knowledge and demonstrates knowledge and skill to evaluate normal/abnormal anatomy and any related pathologies for presentation to knowledge and skill in CT physics.
• Exercises responsible judgment in recognizing and reporting significantsituations relating to patient and instructs the patient for the diagnostic study using ageappropriate communication each image during the examination to obtain the highest qualitystudy with the least discomfort to the be able to perform all ranges of exams after completion of technicalcompetencies. Continues to stay current in regards to new CT technologyhardware and software upgrades.

Documentation:

• Verifies complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers. Verifies and initials orders in patient chart. Responsible for correctly identify patients by complying with Imaging dept. Patient Identification images completely with patient demographics position or other required documentation.
• Follows through with all aspects of scanning duties in order to provideefficient and timely completion of examinations with correct data entrybegin and complete with correct billing and verification that images are prescreen all patients for sensitivity to medication materials.
• Implements the correct types of contrast and injection factors on a case-by-case basis. Films or burns a CD of selected images on hard copy in a manner which best illustrates anatomy and pathology specific to each individual examination.

Other duties as assigned.

• Must be ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB and ARRT (CT) registered or eligible and be credentialed within 12 months of hire. Student applicants must be registry eligible upon hire and successfully obtain the ARRT (N) and/or NMTCB registry within 6 months and successfully obtain the ARRT (CT) registry within 12 months of hire and licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical have current approved CPR card.
• Will consider qualified new graduate students that meet the education requirements.
• Must have good judgment decision-making and communication skills.

• Graduate of an approved Nuclear Medicine and CT training program.
• Be qualified to sit for the ARRT (CT) exam.
• 1 Year of previous hospital experience.

This is a fulltime position. Employee may be required to work overtime. This position is eligible for medicaland other benefits. This position works in a busy environment with frequent interruptions multiple demandsand continuous interaction with patients and other medical professionals. It requires being exposed tochemical solutions and human tissue/fluids.