Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Urbana - Carle Health

    Carle Health
    Carle Health Urbana

    1 week ago

    Full time
    Description
    Overview


    The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs diagnostic studies and assists with therapeutic administrations utilizing radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment in accordance with Carle policies and procedures and IEMA Department of Nuclear Safety regulations.


    This role qualifies for a sign-on bonus

    Qualifications

    Education Level

    Field of Study

    College Diploma

    Related Field

    Or

    Certificate of Completion

    Radiologic Technology

    Licenses/Certifications

    Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Radiography - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)

    And

    Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)

    And

    Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - Varies

    And

    Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)

    Specialized Knowledge and Skills Requirements

    Positive attitude and demonstrated willingness to assess and improve work environment.

    Ability to perform multiple tasks while coordinating patient flow and a variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment and initiative.


    Responsibilities

    Essential Functions

    Performs diagnostic studies and radiopharmaceutical therapeutic administration by utilizing Nuc Med and/or PED/CT equipment by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accreting bodies and/or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols.

    Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate. Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam. Administers IV radiopharmaceuticals by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line. Screens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable.

    Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.

    Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.

    Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the web servers and email systems to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.

    Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.

    Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety. Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.

    Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary. May perform duties of Nuc Med Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his/her absence.

    Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking. Assists other areas during downtimes so to maintain productivity.


    May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensers are held by the technologist/sonographer.

    Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.


    Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.

    Department Specific Job Function

    Performs diagnostic studies by utilizing Nuc Med and/or PET/CT equipment by acquiring and processing patient studies and assists in radiopharmaceutical therapeutic administration as outlined in exam protocols listed in Nuclear Medicine procedure manual.

    Reviews studies with the radiologist when appropriate. Administers IV radiopharmaceuticals by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line.

    Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and/or Radiologist.

    Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment. Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.

    Transfers and verifies images data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation. Utilizes the RIS for proper scheduling, billing and coding procedures.

    Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area. Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.

    About Us

    Find it here.

    Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.


    Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses.

    Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care.

    The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance.

    We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.


    We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

    Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

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    Compensation and Benefits

    The compensation range for this position is $38.93per hour - $66.96per hour.

    This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health.

    The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.

    Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit

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