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Nuclear Med Tech
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What they do
A Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs procedures that use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat illnesses. Works under the supervision of a physician, including physicians that specialize in nuclear medicine, in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$63,109 / year median in Ohio
+14% projected growth
Job Description
You will perform specialized imaging procedures that use small amounts of radioactive materials to help diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions. You will prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, operate imaging equipment, monitor patients during procedures, and ensure compliance with radiation safety standards. Working collaboratively with healthcare professionals while providing safe, compassionate care allows you to provide a positive experience for patients. What You Will Do Accurately, timely, and efficiently performs moderate and highly complex Nuclear Medicine patient exams & provides patient care within the scope of Nuclear Medicine Maintains Quality Control on Nuclear Equipment Maintains Compliance with State and Federal Agencies Consistently follows hospital and department guidelines for patient identification and safety. Maintains licensure and continuing education requirements. Maintains a responsibility for self-development with support for the learning environment of the Hospital and the department of Imaging. Uses administrative skills to contribute to the successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the RIS and on the patient billing sheets. Collaborates effectively with co-workers and staff to ensure that assignments are completed in a professional and effective manner. Displays a commitment to Hospital mission and values Provides age-specific care to patients from neonates through geriatrics. Effectively follows directions to maintain department readiness based on DNV standards. Uses administrative skills to contribute to successful operation of the department by entering and completing correct billing codes in the EMR Additional Responsibilities Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation. Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace. Education Qualifications High School Equivalent / GED (Required) and Graduate of an AMA approved program in Nuclear Medicine Technology (Required) Experience Qualifications 1+ year Experience in Nuclear Medicine (Preferred) Skills and Abilities Must demonstrate effective organizational, written and oral communication skills and knowledge of all various equipment. (Required proficiency) Proficient in computer applications. (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications Registered Technologist Nuclear Medicine (ARRT-N) (Required Upon Hire) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board and maintain registry (Required Upon Hire) Basic Life Support (BLS) (Required Upon Hire) Licensed by the State of Ohio (Required Upon Hire) Physical Demands Standing
- Frequently Walking
- Frequently Sitting
- Rarely Lifting
- Frequently (50 lbs) Carrying
- Frequently (50 lbs) Pushing
- Frequently (50 lbs) Pulling
- Frequently (50 lbs) Climbing
- Occasionally (50 lbs) Balancing
- Occasionally Stooping
- Frequently Kneeling
- Frequently Crouching
- Frequently Crawling
- Occasionally Reaching
- Frequently Handling
- Frequently Grasping
- Frequently Feeling
- Constantly Talking
- Constantly Hearing
- Constantly Repetitive Motions
- Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination