Nuclear Med Tech - $10,000 sign on bonus

Good Shepherd Health Care System; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 93,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Good Shepherd Health Care System in Oregon seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures and image acquisition, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process.

The role requires an accredited nuclear medicine degree with OBMI & ARRT registration and current BLS certification. Prior experience is welcome but not required; a 2-year preference is noted. The position supports the Diagnostic Imaging department on day shifts.

Qualifications

• Requires Associate or bachelor’s degree from nuclear medicine accredited program.
• OBMI and ARRT registered nuclear medicine technologist. Current BLS certification.
• Experience: none required; preferred 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures and image acquisition.
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains equipment, supplies and quality control across the imaging workflow.
• Participates in department quality assessment and education.

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Nuclear Medicine

Job description

Overview

Employer paid benefit premiums

- Medical, Dental, and Vision.

Compensation

$44.10 - $73.84 - $10,000 sign on bonus

Schedule

3/12's/Fri, Sat, Sun/Day Shift

Job Title

Nuclear Med Tech

Department

Diagnostic Imaging

Reports to

Diagnostic Imaging Manager, Assistant Manager

Definition Of Position

Provides health care services applying radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs nuclear medicine procedures, and related techniques producing images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanour complementary to medical ethics. Provides appropriate patient care and recognises patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures:
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares patient for procedures; provides instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimise anxiety.
• Select and operate radiation detection, imaging and/or associated equipment to successfully perform procedures.
• Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Immobilises patients as required for appropriate examination.
• Prepares, calculates, identifies and/or administers radiopharmaceutical and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
• Verifies informed consent for, and assists a licensed practitioner with, interventional procedures.
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary.
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and emotional needs of patients during procedures.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
• Maintains knowledge of and observes Universal precautions.
• Venipuncture
• Assists in maintaining records, respecting confidentiality, and established policy.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and report equipment malfunction.
• Provides input for equipment purchase and supply decisions.
• Provides practical instruction for students and/or other health care professionals.
• Participates in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan. May be responsible for specific quality control duties in the assigned area.
• May be responsible for control of inventory and purchase of supplies for the assigned area.
• Understands and applies patient relations skills.
• Pursues the appropriate continuing education needed to maintain license or certification.
• Accomplishes other duties as assigned.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Associate or bachelor’s degree from nuclear medicine accredited program.

Preferred: NA

Licenses/ Certifications/ Registrations

Required: OBMI and ARRT registered nuclear medicine technologist. Current BLS certification.

Preferred: NA

Experience

Required: None.

Preferred: Minimum of 2 years’ experience.

Other

NA

36 Hours USD $44.10/Hr. USD $73.84/Hr. 01-7030 Diagnostic Imaging Day