What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Medicine Technologist position at Stillwater Medical?
The Stillwater Cardiology Clinic is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist to join our team and help take great care of our patients!
Are you someone who:
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is independent and self-directed while working as part of the care team?
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is flexible and adjusts to the needs of the patients and providers each day?
Why choose the Cardiology Clinic?
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Competitive wages
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Excellent benefits
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Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work since 2012
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A World's Best Hospital (Newsweek)
Details:
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Full-time, 40 hours per week
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Clinic hours are Monday-Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
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On call rotating weeks (only to call in doses for add-on inpatient testing if needed)
JOB SUMMARY:
The Nuclear medicine Technologist, under the supervision of the lead Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Cardiologist, performs diagnostic procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals, exercises professional judgement in performance of services, and applies principles of radiation protection for self and the patient. Must be proficient in vascular access. The Nuclear medicine Technologist operates nuclear medicine equipment to produce diagnostic images, processes images using computer manipulation, burns images to CD as needed, prepares room, equipment, supplies and radiopharmaceuticals. They provide care to the patient during imaging procedures, records information for the patient’s medical records, and explains the procedure to the patient. Requires detailed concentration for extended periods of time, stocks an adequate inventory of supplies at all times, and maintains quality control of procedures and quality assurance of equipment. The Nuclear medicine Technologist will also help to ensure that the department meets DNV-GL standards and achieves the organizations objectives. Must assist with the development and revision of policies, procedures and protocols as requested.
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QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduated from a Radiological Technology Nuclear Medicine training program in an AMA approved school, or equivalent training.
- Current ARRT or NMTCB registry card on file. Registry eligible technologist can work under the supervision of a registered technologist or physician.
- Understand the ethics of confidentiality.
- Documentation of continuing education required.
- Preferred registry card on file.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
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Current CPR card or completion of course within 30 days of hire
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Must have adequate perception of sounds or adequate hearing with corrections.
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Must have strength and stamina for prolonged walking and standing.
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Able to frequently lift up to 60 pounds, reach, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel.
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Demonstrates adequate vision or correctable glass to read, write, and evaluate medical images.
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Able to hear or correctable with hearing devices and able to talk to converse with others in person and over the telephone.
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Able to hear, see and feel to accurately observe, monitor and administer care.
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Possess fine motor skills and hand/eye coordination.