Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Team Member Services; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; GBP 49,000 - 67,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Nuclear Medicine technologist to perform a range of imaging procedures with emphasis on patient safety and quality. You will collaborate with radiologists to ensure accurate imaging and continuity of care, while maintaining room readiness and documenting workflow.

The role requires proficiency with camera acquisition, processing, and new technology adaptation. You will support coworkers and students and participate in quality control activities.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of human physiology
• Knowledge of Scintigraphic equipment, Acquisition computers, and processing stations
• Knowledge of Hot Lab equipment
• Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Radiation Safety
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of diverse backgrounds
• A high level of multitasking, organization, and proactive customer service skills
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Ability to perform Nuclear Medicine procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail
• Knowledge of communication styles and proper engagement with patients, staff, and physicians
• Patient care and communication across age groups
• Basic clerical skills for filing, record keeping, and documentation
• Independent judgment and initiative
• Ability to learn and use Radiology software packages such as Cerner, Radworks, and Pacs
• Ability to follow departmental policies and Basic Radiation Safety concepts to keep exposure ALARA
• Appropriate technical skills in Nuclear Medicine

Responsibilities

• Ensures equipment meets all quality control requirements and performs patient examinations utilizing age-specific care techniques in a safe and responsible manner, evaluating image quality for good technical and diagnostic detail.
• Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.
• Performs a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing, adapting to new technology, and helping develop the knowledge and competency of coworkers and students.
• Maintains room readiness by keeping the room neat, supplies well stocked, and equipment prepared for the next patient, initiating and documenting work order requests for any malfunctioning equipment.
• Plans and manages time to accurately perform and enter all required quality control, patient radionuclide administration data, and exam charges into the Nuclear Medicine Information System and Order Communication System in a timely manner.
• Confirms proper examination/patient assignment on images before releasing images for interpretation, follow up to correct any erroneous accession numbers in the applicable system, and notify appropriate personnel when transmitting "after hours" exams.
• Identifies patients using approved guidelines to confirm patient/exam accuracy before continuing with patient examination.
• Reviews and ensures physician requests meet clinically valid exam indicator requirements.
• Prepares appropriate radionuclide for procedures, explains procedures to patients, and aseptically administers radionuclides using universal BSI principles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Human physiology

Scintigraphic equipment

Acquisition computers

Processing stations

Hot Lab equipment

Effective communication

Multitasking

English literacy

Tools

Cerner

Radworks

PACS

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

24 Hours (United States of America)

Address:

410 S 11TH ST

City: LAKE WALES

State: Florida

Postal Code: 33853

Job Description:

Ensures equipment meets all quality control requirements and performs patient examinations utilizing age-specific care techniques in a safe and responsible manner, evaluating image quality for good technical and diagnostic detail.

Collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.

Performs a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing, adapting to new technology, and helping develop the knowledge and competency of coworkers and students.

Maintains room readiness by keeping the room neat, supplies well stocked, and equipment prepared for the next patient, initiating and documenting work order requests for any malfunctioning equipment.

Plans and manages time to accurately perform and enter all required quality control, patient radionuclide administration data, and exam charges into the Nuclear Medicine Information System and Order Communication System in a timely manner.

Confirms proper examination/patient assignment on images before releasing images for interpretation, follow up to correct any erroneous accession numbers in the applicable system, and notify appropriate personnel when transmitting "after hours" exams.

Identifies patients using approved guidelines to confirm patient/exam accuracy before continuing with patient examination.

Reviews and ensures physician requests meet clinically valid exam indicator requirements.

Prepares appropriate radionuclide for procedures, explains procedures to patients, and aseptically administers radionuclides using universal BSI principles.

Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of human physiology [Required]
• Knowledge of Scintigraphic equipment, Acquisition computers, and processing stations [Required]
• Knowledge of Hot Lab equipment [Required]
• Ability to learn and master new tasks related to Image Quality and Radiation Safety [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with people of diverse backgrounds [Required]
• A high level of multitasking, organization, and proactive customer service skills [Required]
• Must possess sound judgment, critical thinking skills, ability to manage multiple details, tasks, and decision-making abilities under busy and stressful working conditions [Required]
• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Ability to perform Nuclear Medicine procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail [Required]
• Knowledge of communication styles and constant deployment of proper engagement behaviors when encountering patients, staff, and physicians [Required]
• Patient care and communication skills to deal with patients from infant, childhood, adolescent, adult and geriatric age groups [Required]
• Basic clerical skills as needed for filing, record keeping, and documentation [Required]
• Independent judgment and initiative [Required]
• Ability to assist in a wide range of duties to ensure the smooth operation of the department [Required]
• Age-specific care [Required]
• Ability to learn and use Radiology software packages such as Cerner, Radworks, and Pacs [Required]
• Ability to quickly learn and follow departmental policies and procedures [Required]
• Ability to follow Basic Radiation Safety concepts of time, distance, and shielding to keep exposure levels ALARA for patients and staff [Required]
• Appropriate technical skills in Nuclear Medicine [Required]
• Active Listening, Reading Comprehension, Active Learning, Speaking, Time Management, Critical Thinking, Science, Social Perceptiveness, Coordination, Instructing, Monitoring, Operation Monitoring, Learning Strategies, Writing, Quality Control Analysis, Operation and Control, Mathematics, Service Orientation, Troubleshooting, Equipment Selection, Judgment and Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Equipment Mainten