Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Department:

36315 Advocate South Suburban Hospital - Nuclear Medicine

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Will be taking call, weekends. Cover daily schedule

Major Responsibilities:

• Meet department standards of care and/or respond to demands by the customer or referring physician.
  • 1)Respond to patient/physician requests
  • 2)Monitor supplies for department to assure continuity in patient care
  • 3)Participate in on-call and weekend coverage as necessary.
• Scan patients properly, using correct selection of technical factors, fully understanding the physics of nuclear medicine in order to operate the equipment at its most optimal settings for quality procedures.
  • 1)Perform Planar and SPECT Nuclear Medicine procedures utilizing single and dual detector Gamma cameras and properly position patients to obtain high quality images.
  • 2)Carefully complete and obtain a thorough patient history and properly document all pertinent information on requisition
  • 3)Accurately prepare and formulate all radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with package insert and Department policy
  • 4)Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and procedural adjunctive medication by proper route per clinician prescription and according to approved exam parameters.  Competently performs venipuncture and placement of peripheral IV catheters for medication administration.  Accesses other vascular access devices, as determined by department training and need.  Follows correct procedures for handling radioactive materials.  Understands and implements ALARA measures.  Maintains accurate records of pharmaceutical doses.
  • 5)Utilize proper sterile techniques in needle placement for the administration of radiopharmaceuticals
  • 6)Routinely monitor storage area for disposal of radionuclides and maintain records for accountability.
  • 7)Perform daily calibration and radiation safety checks on dose calibrator, survey meters, well and probe systems.
  • 8) Maintain accurate records with regard to the receipt, transfer and disposal of radioactive material
  • 9)Perform daily floods, bars, center of rotation and uniformity on Gamma cameras to ensure accurate imaging, patient safety and operating performance
  • 10)Perform advanced computer manipulation assessment and analysis of data. K. Determine and select appropriate data filters, programs and protocols to provide desired information.
• Compliance with established safety standards to ensure patient and staff well-being at all times
  • 1) Maintain annual CPR certification to further ensure safety of patients in department
  • 2)Use Universal Precautions in daily performance of procedures and protect self against bodily fluid contact
  • 3)Performs quality assurance of equipment to ensure safe and accurate performance of units as required by the IDNS and Accrediting Organization regulations.
  • 4)Observes radiation safety precautions as required by IDNS
  • 5)Orders the daily supply of radiopharmaceuticals needed to perform the necessary scheduled exams.
• Maintain technical and communication skills.
  • 1)Maintain technical expertise by attending seminars and conferences. Remain knowledgeable by reading current literature.
  • 2)Maintain good communication between all internal and external customers
  • 3) Maintain knowledge of department Disaster, Fire and Safety policies. Maintain knowledge and constant implementation of universal and infectious safety procedure

Education/Experience Required:

• 1 year experience preferred - Graduate of an approved program of Nuclear Medicine Technology

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Basic knowledge of single and dual detector SPECT camera and computer systems (GE equipment experience preferred)
• Licensed by IL Department of Nuclear Safety - Registry eligible - CPR Certification

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Lifting and transportation of patients - Participate in on-call rotation between 5 p.m. and 7 a.m. - Participate in Saturday rotation - Work overtime based on patient volume This position can recognize needs a