Nuclear Medicine Tech-PRN

6 days ago

Dallas TX United States Parkland Health and Hospital System Full time

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion.

Primary Purpose

On a PRN/Float Pool basis, responsible for performing nuclear medicine processes according to patient needs, Parkland procedures and other regulatory agency standards.

 

Minimum Specifications

 

Education

 

•Must be a graduate of a JCERT accredited school and or program.

•Must be a graduate of an accredited college program in Nuclear Medicine Technology, Science, or other allied health care field.

 

Experience

 

•None

 

 

 

Certification/Registration/Licensure

 

•Must have current ARRT (N) Certification OR current CNMT certification.

•Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board. Incumbents whose certifications expire(d) between December 2015 and February 2016 will have until February 28, 2016 to renew.

•Must have a current Healthcare Provider CPR course completion card prior to hire and/or placement in job from one of the following: American Heart Association, American Red Cross Rescuer, Military Training Network.

 

Skills or Special Abilities

 

•Must have a thorough working knowledge of the field of nuclear medicine technology, and those aspects of chemistry, physics, mathematics and biomedical sciences that relate to nuclear medicine technology and its growth.

•Must have basic knowledge of EKG to perform cardiac studies.

•Must be able to administer intramuscular and intravenous injections and start intravenous lines.

•Must be able to operate Gamma cameras, including SPECT/CT and PET/CT scanners, nuclear medicine computers, and Cardiac Stress equipment.

•Must have basic knowledge of nuclear medicine therapeutic treatments.

 

Responsibilities

 

1.           Acquires adequate knowledge of patient's medical history and analyzes emergency patient conditions, instructs patients prior to and during procedures and initiates life saving first-aid prior to physician's arrival to ensure appropriate patient care.

2.           Performs cardiac imaging and assists physicians in the performance of stress exercise examinations to provide diagnostic tools for physicians.

3.           Calculates, prepares, and administers radiopharmaceutical dosages and other agents in conjunction with nuclear medicine procedures to patients ensuring compliance with Parkland, Texas Department of Health, and other regulatory guidelines. Accesses and handles selected medications.

4.           Performs quality control measures on nuclear medicine equipment and devices including troubleshooting and maintenance ensuring quality management programs for all procedures.

5.           Confers with Physicians to determine appropriate procedures, in order to ensure effective operations.

6.           Documents all operations of the laboratory including the receipt and disposition of radioactive materials, instrument and procedural quality control data, patient procedures, and medical records. Exercises judgement in the performance of scheduled examinations and procedures to ensure compliance with established guidelines.

7.           Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer (internal as well as external) satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements and monitors results as appropriate in the support of the overall goals and mission of the Parkland.

8.           Provides clinical instructions for Radiology students and residents to ensure that all health care providers are well informed of all radiologic information.

9.           Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements and trends in the nuclear medicine field by attending seminars or workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations such as the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, and maintaining licensure in Nuclear Medicine from the Texas Department of State Health Services. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices. Responsible for taking 15 hours of continuing education classes per year.

10.         Maintains a positive working relationship with physicians, nurses, residents, and patients to ensure interdepartmental cooperation and an efficient flow of information.

11.         Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the Nuclear Medicine area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with

applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as necessary to ensure proper understanding.

 

Job Accountabilities

 

1.           Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.

2.           Stays abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional journals, actively participating in professional organizations, and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge gained into current work practices.

3.           Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper understanding.

 

 

Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, disability, national origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to our patients and employees’ wellness, Parkland Health is a tobacco and smoke-free campus.

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