Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Following established protocol and under the medical supervision of certified radiologists, nuclear medicine technologists will perform procedures for the direct results of interpretation.
• Technologists will assist the radiologists with procedures as needed and be responsible for supervision of student Radiologic Technologists assigned to them.
• Encourages and maintains good customer relations.
• Responsible for the care and safety of patients during imaging procedures utilizing appropriate age care.
• Following established protocols and under the direction of Radiologists, clinical staff will perform procedures for the direct results of interpretations.
• Obtains correct written order for procedure.
• Efficient use of time to accomplish patient care assignments while meeting work quality, quantity and timeliness expectations.
• Assists in the clinical education of student technologists.
  Efficient utilization of imaging equipment with attention to minimizing repeat examinations.
• Uses supplies with emphasis on cost containment.
  Instructs and prepares patients regarding imaging procedures and assists in obtaining informed consent as needed.
• Ensures patient’s understanding of procedure.
• Communicate with family members regarding discharge instructions.
• Responds actively and with sensitivity to the needs of internal and external customers.
• Ensures correct orders, diagnosis and clinical history are entered into computer system.
• Communicating with Radiologist regarding procedure is effective in communications in both verbal and in written situations and presents a positive and professional demeanor.
• Adheres to hospital, departmental and safety policies and procedures.
• Practices good radiation protection and follows established guidelines for DHEC and TJC and other governing organizations.
• Practices radiation safety in accordance with ALARA principles.
• Completes annual mandatory in-services and maintains current licensure requirements; submits copies of professional license as requested.
• Supports and promotes department efforts in meeting established projects and goals and/or specific individual goals.
• Holds medical and sensitive information in confidence.
• Assists other members of the Imaging Team and/or other disciplines including clerical staff to maintain records, reports and files.
• Consistently assists others in their own section or helps other sections of the imaging department.
• Functions as a team player by helping wherever help is needed.
• Demonstrates flexibility and accountability in job duties and is a self-starter.
• Takes initiative towards improving departmental operations (offers ideas and solutions) and consistently completes EDE.
• Performs other job duties and responsibilities as required.

Required Education:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Allied Health Professionals.

Required Certification & Licensure:

• South Carolina Radiation Quality Standard Association (SCRQSA) Radiographer Certification.
• Nuclear Medicine Certification from AART or NMTCB -BLS thru the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform and teach Nuclear Medicine exams to produce satisfactory diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DHEC, FDA and TJC standards and regulations.
• Responsible for safe operation of Nuclear Medicine and post processing equipment.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Requires a mature individual who projects a professional and business-like appearance.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality of work-related information.
• Frequent personal contact with patients, staff, physicians and student Technologists.