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Nuclear Med Tech
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Overview
Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Radiology Diagnostic
PRN/OCC, Hours and Shifts Vary
Fort Loudoun Medical Center is equipped with a team of more than 200 doctors in more than 29 specialty areas. Our 87,000-square-foot hospital features advanced technology, including state-of-the-art Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Computerized Tomography (CT), Ultrasound, Diagnostic X-Rays and Women’s Imaging Services, as well as Nuclear Medicine technology unique to our surrounding counties. The physicians, staff and volunteers of Fort Loudoun Medical Center are dedicated to providing excellent care to every patient, every time.
Position Summary:
Performs physician defined routine and specialized diagnostic imaging procedures. Provides support assistance/activities as needed.
Recruiter: Erin Wood || apply@covhlth.com
Responsibilities
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Performs routine diagnostic imaging procedures through technical expertise of equipment and procedure protocol. Technically proficient in the operation and quality control aspects of scanning and image recording equipment specific to the assigned work area. Evaluates equipment performance, initiates corrective action when necessary, and maintains records for the quality control program of gamma camera imaging systems in accordance with federal and state regulations and institutional polices. Collaborates patient’s clinical history with procedure, ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner. Completes and verifies accurate informed consents.
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Performs procedures or examinations under the order of a licensed medical practitioner for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic intervention.
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Maintains established radiation safety standards that involves practicing techniques that will minimize radiation exposure to the patient, health care personnel, and general public, through consistently using protective devices, shields, dose reduction, and monitors consistent with ALARA principles and establishing protocols for managing spills and unplanned releases of radiation. Knowledgeable and proficient in the safe handling, security, and storage of radiopharmaceuticals. This includes, but is not limited to, the procurement, identification, dose calculation, and administration of radiopharmaceuticals. It also includes all associated documentation and disposal as appropriate. Proficient in the documentation and record keeping as regulated and required by the State, Joint Commission, ACR and NRC to include the handling and administration of radioisotopes.
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Proficient in the utilization of appropriate techniques, radiopharmaceuticals, and adjunctive medications as part of a standard protocol to ensure quality diagnostic images and/or laboratory results. Obtains biological samples to perform testing as required for the optimization of patient care and quality of diagnostic procedures. Proficient in oral administration of radioisotopes. Performs venipuncture, starts and maintains intravenous access as prescribed by a licensed dependent practitioner. Ensures correct drug, procedure and supply charging, stock maintenance and vendor ordering procedure. Practices aseptic technique and applies universal precautions at all times. Applies appropriate infection prevention techniques and processes.
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Educate, train, orient and assist new staff members. Provide education for student technologists. Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
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Assists licensed independent practitioner with interventional procedure, including time outs according to policy. Proficient in patient assessment, monitoring and sterile technique as required. . Assumes responsibility for patient needs before, during and post procedures; proactively assists patients, families, licensed independent practitioners and visitors as needed.
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Stays current in Basic Life Support (BLS) and performs BLS as needed.
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Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education: None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience: Must have successfully completed an educational program that is accredited
By a mechanism acceptable to the NMTCB or ARRT Registry eligible candidates must have the following documentation:-
- Documentation of training /competency checklist
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Authorization to inject radiopharmaceuticals notice signed by an authorized user
Licensure Requirement: One of the following must be met successfully
Path 1: American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 1 year ARRT (N) required or path 2.
Path 2: Nuclear Medicine Technology certification board certified (NMTCB) within 1 year CNMT required
State licensure in accordance with Tennessee guidelines
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- Computerized Tomography, BLS, ACLS is preferred.
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Job Title Nuclear Med Tech
ID 4320260
Facility Fort Loudon Medical Center
Department Name RADIOLOGY DIAGNOSTIC
