Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN

Qualifications – External

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology or nuclear medicine (required) or
• Associate’s Degree (preferred)
• 2 Years in nuclear medicine Preferred
• ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Medicine (required) or
• CNMT – Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (required)
• CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist either by the TDH or TMB (required)

• BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care (required)

Position Responsibilities

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing

• Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam
• Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest
• Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations
• Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors
• Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique
• Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed
•  Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS
• Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS
• Prints laser images, CD, or sends images from modality, Ambra, or PACS
• Coordinates with Scheduling and other modalities for patient care

Patient Care

• Uses multidisciplinary, team-oriented actions
• Assesses and recognizes the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions
• Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)
• Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures
• Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID
• Obtains patient history
• Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging
• Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment
• Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient
• Administers Radioactive isotopes and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines
• Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• Adjusts technical factors
• Operates, cares for and maintains equipment
• Applies knowledge of physics and accessories
• Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, table tops, floors)
• Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames

Professional Accountability and Partnership

• Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement
• Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner
• Utilizes ADKAR and CLAK during times of change 

 

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• A “100 Best Workplaces for Millennials” by Fortune and Great Place to Work®

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Nuclear Medicine Specialist

• Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing in a teamwork environment
• Positively impact patients’ quality of life
• Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training and dedicated clinical leadership resources

• Enjoy opportunities for growth

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