Nuclear Medicine Tech PRN
Plymouth, MA - USA
Job Summary
Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Description:
Performs both diagnostic and therapeutic radioisotope studies which assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment ofdisease. Performs technical tasks to facilitate the use of nuclear medicine including administering prescribed
radiopharmaceuticals and isotopes patient positioning and film processing. Responsible for quality control record maintenance and other components critical in the operation of the nuclear medicine department.
1. Actively demonstrates the organizations mission and core values and conducts oneself at all times in a mannerconsistent with these values.
2. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health safety and medical information.
3. Assists in scheduling and coordinating patient exams within the daily schedule to ensure proper utilization.
4. Reviews patients charts and history to ensure the correct test is being performed ensuring there are no counterindications for performing the study.
5. Orders and administers correct radiopharmaceuticals and dosages as needed for various patient exams.
6. Maintains adequate records of radioisotope receipt use storage and disposal in accordance with state and federalregulations.
7. Transfers patients to imaging camera and assists with patient positioning and comfort.
8. Explains procedures in a clear understandable manner to patients family and students.
9. Administers injections of radioisotopes for exams using established sterile techniques.
10. Operates scanner and positions patient to achieve procedures of high diagnostic quality.
11. Manipulates images using various computerized controls to prepare study for the physician.
12. Ensures that images are permanently archived to appropriate media or Picture Archiving and Communication System(PACS) server.
13. Performs quality control procedures and calibrations on equipment to ensure reliable operation.
14. Discards radioactive remnants in appropriate waste or storage containers.
15. Performs other duties consistent with purpose of job as directed.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.
About Company
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 25 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity ... View more