Lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist – Multiple Locations Position Available In Dorchester, South Carolina

• Thank you for considering a career at
• Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

• Scheduled Weekly Hours:

• 40 •

Work Shift:

• Days (United States of America)

• Work Shift:

• Monday
• Friday, 8:00am
• 4:30pm w/ some flexibility needed based on department needs + on call requirements

• On Call Requirements:

• Every 4th weekend (Saturday and Sunday, 7:00am
• 4:00pm)

• Floating Requirements:

• Floating as needed to all department locations including St. Francis Hospital (West Ashley), Berkeley Hospital (Summerville), West Ashley Cancer Center, Roper Hospital (Downtown Charleston), and Mount Pleasant Hospital.
• Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
• The Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech applies the skills and art of nuclear medicine imaging through safe and effective use of radiopharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine equipment while leading the daily operations of the section.
• Essential Job Functions
• Schedules and triages procedures based on priority level and skills needed.
• Assures the smooth flow of section activities, recognizing when other staff members need assistance or other resources.
• Provides expertise in decision making, problem solving, conflict resolution, and section operations.
• Acts as the point of contact and resource for hospital staff, physicians, patients, and their families.
• Updates imaging guidelines and disseminates protocol changes to staff.
• Assists department in achieving successful results in all federal, state, and local agency audits
• Develops and maintains schedules with oversight from the manager.
• Radiopharmaceuticals
• Involved in the procurement, preparation, quality control, calculation, identification, documentation, administration, disposal, storage and safe handling of radiopharmaceuticals and other radioactive materials.
• Monitors equipment and coordinates repairs.
• Coordinates and participates in the training of new employees and staff.
• Monitors supplies and equipment inventories.
• Coordinates reconciliation of patient charges.
• Coordinates holiday and back up coverage with oversight from the manager.
• Contributes to decision making for hiring and performance evaluation of imaging employees.
• Maintains the quality assurance program for the section.
• Develops and expands staff members imaging skills.
• Develops protocols and implements quality performance standards.
• Researches and implements new imaging techniques.
• Instructs and provides guidance for affiliate imaging training program students.
• Prioritizes tasks and duties of all other staff in the section.
• Provides suggestions and recommendations regarding supplies and equipment.
• Assists with collection and data analysis.
• Implements techniques to minimize the occurrence of artifacts and repeats. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
• Licensing/Certification
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) or Certified by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) (required) State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed) BLS Basic Life Support
• American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) (required)
• Education
• Associate’s from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)
• Work Experience
• 2 years’ experience practicing Nuclear Medicine (required)
• Training
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred) Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)
• Language
• None
• Patient Population
• Adults (18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older)
• Working Conditions
• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials May have periods of constant interruptions _
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._
• Physical Requirements
• Physical Demands
• Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) x Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) x Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) x Stoop, Kneel x Crawling x Climbing x Balance x Bending x
• Work Position
• Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100% Sitting x Walking x Standing x
• Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
• Physical Requirements
• Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Acuity
• far Acuity
• near Depth perception
• Hazards
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Gaseous risk exposure Other
• Exposure to radiation sources
• Skills
• Monitor patient conditions during treatments Administer oral and intravenous radiopharmaceuticals Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care Record patient information and medications within EPIC as indicated Attention to detail Acceptance of authority Critical thinking Communication with team members, patients, physicians and family members Teamwork Active listening Relationship building staff scheduling Leadership managing staff Roper St.

Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward

• your hard work with: + Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans + Prescription drug coverage + Flexible spending accounts + Life insurance w/AD&D + Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible + Paid time off + Educational Assistance + And much more
• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

• Department:

• Radiology Services Ancillary
• Nuclear Medicine
• Roper Hospital _It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.

4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at_ _recruitment@RSFH.com_ _._