Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1 - Our Lady of the Angels

Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures as ordered by attending physician.

* TECHNICAL TASKS * Exhibits working knowledge of all Nuclear Medicine equipment and procedures as outlined in the Department protocol manual.

Has completed required competencies for equipment and procedures in Nuclear Medicine.

* Refers to physician's orders/chart for any special instructions that may be indicated.

Corroborates clinical history with procedure ordered.

* Routinely questions the patient before procedure to obtain patient's history.

Asks females of child bearing age if they may be pregnant * Explains procedure completely to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety * Documents all pertinent information, i.e., history, tech initials, exception codes, etc., appropriately.

* Prepares films for interpretation including pulling all previous films and providing completed work sheets.

* Always demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and patient; wears protective clothing when necessary; wears film badge at all times.

* Maintains room and work area in neat orderly fashion.

* Regularly checks equipment, accessories and supplies; keeps area stocked at all times.

* Assumes responsibility for portions of department quality improvement program as requested including QI suggestions, exception reporting, data gathering etc.

* Assists in other areas of the department as work load permits * Is available to work a rotating on-call schedule to ensure 24 hour coverage of the Nuclear Medicine department.

* CRITICAL THINKING * Always obtains information necessary for successful completion of duties; regularly confers with radiologist; asks for assistance with patients who present difficulties * Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner and prioritizes procedures in periods of crisis and/or emergent situations.

Strives to complete all scans as they are requested/scheduled during the shift.

* Performs all scans in an efficient and timely manner without compromising quality * Coordinates Nuclear Medicine schedule with other areas to prevent patient waiting; knows how to coordinate all procedures with other areas.

Example: Ultrasound, Diagnostic, etc.

* Other duties * Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality.

Education - High school diploma or equivalent education plus graduate of an AMA accredited school for Nuclear Medicine Technology.