Nuclear Medical Technologist 1 / PET

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Job Location (Full Address):

200 E River Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500249 Imaging Sciences - OP Bldg

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCA 215 H

Compensation Range:

$37.93 - $49.31

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Performs a Nuclear Medicine studies, which require theoretical insight and experience. Exercises complex skill, judgment and knowledge of the principles and methods of the Nuclear Medicine field.

Performs a Nuclear Medicine studies, which require theoretical insight and experience. Exercises complex skill, judgment and knowledge of the principles and methods of the Nuclear Medicine field.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED:

Please refer to the Career ladder

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Systems: Medical record (eRecord), PACS, Radiology Information System (RIS), patient transport, communication systems, web paging, telephone/fax, printers. Equipment: Wheelchairs, Stretchers, Patient beds, Medrad Injector, patient transfer assist devices (slider boards, lifts, hover mats), Point of Care Testing (POCT). Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment, gamma counters, electronic instruments, recorders, computer equipment and other equipment of similar scope and complexity.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

- Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.

- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).

- Ensures proper imaging techniques related to patients age and ability to understand procedure (sight, hearing needs, ability to cooperate) to ensure image quality is successfully obtained.

- Reviews patient information and interpretation of data to confirm an appropriate plan and intervention specific for age related needs and provision of care.

- Performs nuclear medicine imaging and therapy in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

- Orders, prepares, administers, stores and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols and applicable regulations/standards. Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.

- Maintains appropriate inventory of supplies in the Clinical Nuclear Medicine rooms.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or registered as a Radiologic Technologist (RT) and certified in Nuclear Medicine (NM) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). Maintains current NYS licensure. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. 1-2 years' experience preferred.

Career Ladder: The three bands within this position are differentiated by level of independence, supervision required, ability to precept new employees in the use of all equipment, and the ability to lead and meet established departmental goals.

Band One (I): Entry Level Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Technologists new to URMC Nuclear Medicine Imaging Department who require training as well as regular direct supervision or guidance from a more senior technologist. This generally involves orientation to the Departments infrastructure, policies, protocols, workflows, procedures and routines. During this period the Technologists must demonstrate an ability to progress towards proficient and competent performance of required tasks of a Nuclear Medicine Technologist. Success within this band requires independent responsi