Independent Nuclear Medicine Technologist — Imaging & Hot Lab Expert

UPMC; Steubenville (OH); Hybride; USD 60 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UPMC is seeking a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform nuclear medicine procedures with limited supervision, utilizing established standards and independent judgment in routine exams. The role involves handling radiopharmaceuticals, operating CT and localizing systems, and ensuring patient safety and compliance with regulatory bodies.

Responsibilities include completing patient testing procedures, maintaining documentation, and supporting the division in the absence of supervisory staff,

Qualifications

• Performs nuclear medicine procedures at a technical level with limited supervision.
• Demonstrates independent judgment in completing routine exams.
• Ensures compliance with NRC, state, JCAHO, ODH, DOT and other regulatory bodies.

Responsabilités

• Performs duties in Radiology/Nuclear Medicine including patient testing procedures.
• Proficient in Hot Lab procedures and equipment operation, CT and Laser localization systems.
• Transcribes/implements orders and administers medications; may assume responsibility for the division in absence of supervisor.

Description du poste

Purpose:
Performs nuclear medicine procedures at a technical level requiring limited or no supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures utilizing existing standards as a guide. Demonstrates the ability to utilize independent judgment in the completion of routine exams procedures. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required in conjunction with a Nuclear Medicine Tech III, or in absence of supervisor and may be assigned station fill position within other areas of the department. Assures compliance to all NRC, state, JCAHO, ODH, DOT and other regulatory bodies through on going review of required documentation and system analysis. Recognizes the purpose of employment is to prioritize the patient as number one, and to put forth the utmost quality as a technologist.

Responsibilities:

• Performs duties pertinent to practice area in Radiology/Nuclear Medicine including the completion of all appropriate patient testing procedures. Demonstrates proficiency in Hot Lab procedures and equipment operation, including CT and Laser localization systems. Completes clinical diagnostic/therapeutic procedures. Provides protection from radiation exposure. Transcribes/implements orders and administers medication. In absence of administrative technologist assumes responsibility for the division.