Nuclear Cardiology Technologist

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Hamot is seeking a full-time Nuclear Cardiology Technologist to join our team in Erie, PA. The role supports UPMC Hamot and the Hamot Heart Institute with a consistent Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm and no weekends.

The candidate will perform imaging procedures at a technical level with independent judgment, applying ionising radiation for diagnostic purposes, while maintaining high standards of patient care and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program.
• ARRT(N) or CNMT registry or registry eligible.
• Must obtain registry within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Explain procedures to patients and obtain cooperation.
• Identify patients using two identifiers and review orders.
• Ensure exams are coded and archived properly; enter charges.
• Measure and record patient dose per safety guidelines.
• Maintain records of radiopharmaceutical receipt and disposal.
• Perform quality control on imaging and non-imaging equipment.
• Conduct nuclear cardiology exams to high professional standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to expedite patient care.

Skills

Patient communication

Team player

Independent judgment

Education

Nuclear Medicine Technology Program

Tools

RIS system

Radiopharmaceutical handling

Job description

UPMC Hamot is seeking a full-time Nuclear Cardiology Technologist to join our team supporting both UPMC Hamot and the Hamot Heart Institute. This position offers a consistent weekday schedule, working Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm, with no weekends required.

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionising radiation for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Calculates, measures and records patient dose according to departmental policy and Radiation Safety Guidelines.
• Maintains appropriate records of the receipt, use and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Performs all quality control checks on imaging and non-imaging equipment to ensure proper performance and functioning.
• Competently performs nuclear cardiology exam at a high level of proficiency producing technically optimal results.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program required

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

ARRT(N) or CNMT registry or registry eligible.

Must obtain registry within 12 months of hire. CPR or BLS RequiredAct 33, 34, 73 or as required by BU

Act 31 Mandated Reporter Training within 90 days of hire or transfer

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran