Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Company: CDI Management Corporation
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: May 13, 2022

Job Description:

Job SummaryRAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging and Insight Imaging, is looking for a casual Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining the light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! This position performs all nuclear medicine procedures according to the established policies and protocols, methods and standards to provide quality patient care. This roleis per diem (casual) working 7:00am-3:30pm Monday-Friday as needed.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:(80%) Nuclear MedicinePossesses the knowledge and ability to perform all technical procedures in a timely, efficient mannerScreens patients before exams for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examinationPrepares patients for nuclear medicine procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedureAssesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to NuclearRegulatory Commission regulations and departmental policiesExhibits excellent customer relations with patients/clients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sourcesFollows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkersDemonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care servicesExhibits excellent customer relations with patients/clients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sourcesMaintains accurate patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)(15%) Operational SupportPerforms and records daily quality control procedures on specified equipment to ensure correct and accurate operationTroubleshoots when possible, and reports problems to supervisorPerforms daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory CommissionReports contamination to Radiation Safety OfficerMaintains the nuclear medicine equipment in good working orderMaintains an orderly and clean work area to promote good safety habits for patients and co-workers(5%) Performs other duties as assignedRequirementsRequired:NMTCB registered technologist, current and in good standingGraduate of American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiographyLicensed technologist in the appropriate state, if applicableMinimum 1 year experience in an acute care settingCurrent Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificationTraining and experience sufficient to competently perform radiographic procedures independentlyPreferred:BilingualRegistered/licensed in PET and PET/CTRAYUS is committed to delivering clinical excellence in communities across the U.S., driven by our passion forand superior service to referring providers and patients. RAYUS Radiology is built on our brilliant medicine, brilliant team, brilliant technology and services-all to provide the highest level of patient care possible.We bring brilliance to health and wellness. Join our team and shine the light on Radiology Services!RAYUS Radiologyis an EO Employer/Vets/Disabled.

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