Nuclear Medicine Technnologist - Lancaster, United States - ANTELOPE VALLEY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT

ANTELOPE VALLEY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
ANTELOPE VALLEY HEALTHCARE DISTRICT
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Lancaster, United States

2 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Job Objective:


Under the direction of the Assistant Director, Director of Radiology, and Medical Director, the Radiation Safety Officer, and Nuclear Medicine Section Chief (if applicable), the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs all diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine procedures using radiopharmaceuticals, with latitude for independent judgment and initiative.


Duties and Responsibilities:


  • Nuclear Medicine Technologist
  • Performs all Invivo diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures.
  • Performs all in vitro diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures.
  • Receives and records receipt of Radiopharmaceuticals from suppliers.
  • Sets up and elutes Technetium from molybdenum generator.
  • Prepares Technetium pharmaceuticals from kits.
  • Labels patient WBC with Indium or Technetium.
  • Labels patient RBC with Technetium.
  • Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for administration by intravenous injection, ingestion and inhalation.
  • Implements administration of physicianordered radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Assists physician in administration of therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals.
  • Operates all equipment in the Nuclear Medicine Department including total body and SPECT cameras, computers, GE Infinia/Axis and other gamma detection devices including survey meters and well counter.
  • Prepares radioactive wastes for disposal.
  • Observes all State, Federal and Radioactive Materials License regulations.
  • Observes Radiation Safety procedures and ALARA.
  • Assists radiologists with intravenous administrations, maintains records required by radioactive materials license.
  • Maintains patient records.
  • Obtains patient history and clinical information data for correlation with imaging procedures.
  • Processes exams, archives, and develops studies.
  • Works dependently and independently of others, as needed.
  • Uses good judgment in all areas of work performed.
  • Demonstrates knowledge regarding special needs and behaviors of age specific groups.
  • Participates in agespecific and special needs educational training programs and demonstrates proficient competence in the material.
  • Practices costcontainment measures.
  • Orders radioactive materials.
  • Complies with the policies and procedures set forth by Antelope Valley Hospital and those established by the Director of Clinical and Diagnostic Services, Medical Director and Radiation Safety Officer.
  • Covers calls/standby hours according to department needs.
  • Accepts oncall responsibilities.

Non-Essential Duties:


  • Assembles pertinent patient information for Radiologist's interpretation. Performs various clinical duties, as needed.
  • Transports patients from Medical Imaging procedures, as needed.
  • Performs various clerical duties, as necessary.
  • Schedules studies.
  • Answers telephones.
  • Prepares and distributes daily schedule.
  • Correlates Nuclear Medicine studies with other diagnostic studies.
  • Rotates shifts and days, as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:


Knowledge

  • Knowledge of all diagnostic and therapeutic Nuclear Medicine studies approved for routine use in Radioactive Materials License.
  • Knowledge of EKG equipment and recognize Rwave.
  • Knowledge of supplies needed for Nuclear Medicine procedures.
  • Knowledge of proper radiation protection.
  • Knowledge of Federal and State regulations pertaining to Radioactive Materials license.
  • Knowledge of anatomical positioning and physiology.

Skills

  • Demonstrated skill in maintaining professional relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, and staff.
  • Good communication skills
  • Skill in working well with others.
  • Skill with attention to detail.

Abilities

  • Ability to perform SPECT procedures.
  • Ability to prepare radiopharmaceutical kits according to manufacturer's specification.
  • Ability to perform intravenous injections and establish intravenous line.
  • Ability to recognize lifethreatening situations and initiate life support measures.
  • Ability to plan assignment area for patients in Nuclear Medicine Section.
  • Ability to coordinate appointment schedule.
  • Ability to recognize and report Nuclear Medicine equipment failures.
  • Ability to troubleshoot all equipment.
  • Ability to work all diagnostic equipment in the Nuclear Medicine Department.
  • Ability to operate Unit Dose Manager.
  • Ability to evaluate Nuclear Medicine studies for technical excellence.
  • Ability to perform workload in a timely manner.

AVH Values:
All AVH employees will effectively demonstrate these values:

  • Patients Come First
  • We listen actively and communicate with our patients and families, placing safety as a top priority.


  • Accountability & Ownership

  • We fully complete tasks, are transparent, effectively communicate, and recognize that what we do reflects on us.


  • Teamwork

  • We build trusting relationships, promote a sense of community, and are respectful of everyone. Success is about the whole team.


  • Integrity & Honesty

  • We tell the truth at all times, speak up when something is wrong, and do the
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