What are the responsibilities and job description for the SEH-NUCLEAR MED TECH position at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow?
Job Opportunity Job ID: 55388 Positions Location: Charlotte, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job: Performs nuclear Description:
Positions Location: Charlotte, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders .
Essential Duties
General Requirements
Requirements
Job Family Radiology/Imaging Requirements:
Shift Days
Degree Type / Education Level Bachelor's
Status Full-time
Facility Sparrow Eaton Hospital
Experience Level New Grad
Positions Location: Charlotte, MI
Job Description
General Purpose of Job:
Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders .
Essential Duties
- Prepares patients for nuclear medicine procedures by explaining procedure to be performed, preparing/administering radio pharmaceuticals, and properly positioning patients for the imaging procedure.
- Performs nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures on patients in accordance with physicians’ orders.
- Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the radiologist in a timely manner.
- Prepares and maintains patient records and files.
- Assumes responsibility for maintaining radiation detection equipment and nuclear medicine examination rooms; performs quality control tests to assure all equipment is functioning properly and initiates corrective action as necessary.
- Maintains an adequate inventory of nuclear medicine supplies; orders supplies as needed.
- Schedules patient appointments.
- Leads and/or participates on various hospital committees/task forces such as the Radiation Safety Committee and other customer services initiatives; attends meetings and in-service programs.
- Trains and conducts in-services on radiation safety and protection procedures for hospital staff.
- Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision, values and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization’s polices & procedures, and compliance guidelines.
General Requirements
- American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) nuclear medicine certification or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) licensure is required within one year of board eligibility
- None
- Completion of an accredited Radiology Technology or Nuclear Medicine Technology program
- Knowledge and understanding of usage of radio pharmaceuticals and nuclear medicine imaging techniques
- Knowledge of accrediting and regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the radiology function including HIPAA confidentiality and JCAHO mandates
- Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation
- Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other Hospital staff in the exchange of information. The incumbent is also required to communicate technical information in non-technical terms
- Analytical ability to calculate radio pharmaceutical concentrations and dosages
- Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, deal with the emotional needs/concerns of patients, complete multiple nuclear medicine exams in a timely manner, and work on tasks requiring accuracy and attention to detail
- Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job
Requirements
Job Family Radiology/Imaging Requirements:
Shift Days
Degree Type / Education Level Bachelor's
Status Full-time
Facility Sparrow Eaton Hospital
Experience Level New Grad