Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Per Diem - Flex - MHW

CO043 Memorial Hospital West; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines, FL seeks a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to perform imaging and therapy in accordance with approved standards. Responsibilities include patient positioning, image optimization, radiopharmaceutical handling, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.

The role requires an accredited Nuclear Medicine program, ARRT and NMTCB certifications, Florida CRT license, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Accredited Nuclear Medicine program required.
• ARRT certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• CRT license in Florida required.
• NMTCB certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs nuclear medicine imaging and/or therapy per department standards.
• Positioning patient and executing imaging procedures.
• Analyze images for quality and take corrective actions as needed.
• Prepare, administer, and handle radiopharmaceuticals according to protocols.
• Monitor patient condition and respond to status changes.
• Educate patients about procedures and ensure cooperation.
• Take on-call shifts as required by department.

Skills

Radiation safety

Image quality

Patient care

Equipment troubleshooting

On-call readiness

Education

Accredited Nuclear Medicine program

ARRT Certification

BLS Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

CRT License (Florida)

NMTCB Certification

Job description

Location

Pembroke Pines, Florida Employees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.

Summary

Performs nuclear medicine imaging and/or therapy in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Manages radiation emergencies and monitors radiation safety in accordance with radiation safety policy under the guidance of the radiation safety officer.
• Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.
• Orders, prepares, administers, stores and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols and applicable regulations/standards.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.

Competencies

• ACCOUNTABILITY
• ACCURACY & QUALITY
• CUSTOMER SERVICE
• IMAGE PRODUCTION
• ANALYSIS AND ARCHIVAL
• PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE
• PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE
• PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES
• RADIATION PROTECTION
• RADIOPHARMACEUTICAL UTILIZATION TEC
• RESPONDING TO CHANGE
• STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOR

Education and Certification Requirements

• Accredited Program: Nuclear Medicine (Required)ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
• Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

Additional Job Information

• Complexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Required Work Experience: No prior work experience required.

Other Information

Must be certified as Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT) and can be certified as American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

Additional Education Info

Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technologist program.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Bending and Stooping = 60%
• Climbing = 0%
• Keyboard Entry = 60%
• Kneeling = 40%
• Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 20%
• Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 60%
• Reaching = 60%
• Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 20%
• Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 20%
• Running = 0%
• Sitting = 60%
• Squatting = 20%
• Standing = 40%
• Walking = 60%
• Audible Speech = 80%
• Hearing Acuity = 80%
• Smelling Acuity = 0%
• Taste Discrimination = 0%
• Depth Perception = 80%
• Distinguish Color = 80%
• Seeing - Far = 80%
• Seeing - Near = 80%
• Bio hazardous Waste = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 60%
• Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 60%
• Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 60%
• Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 60%
• Asbestos = 0%
• Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
• Dust = 0%
• Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 60%
• Hazardous Chemicals = 60%
• Hazardous Medication = 60%
• Latex = 20%
• Computer Monitor = 60%
• Domestic Animals = 0%
• Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
• Fire Risk = 20%
• Hazardous Noise = 0%
• Heating Devices = 0%
• Hypoxia = 0%
• Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
• Magnetic Fields = 0%
• Moving Mechanical Parts = 60%
• Needles/Sharp Objects = 60%
• Potential Electric Shock = 20%
• Potential for Physical Assault = 20%
• Radiation = 60%
• Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
• Unprotected Heights = 0%
• Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 20%

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer.

Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing.

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