Rad Tech III Nuc Med

• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear studies and procedures.
• Performs computerized nuclear cardiology procedures.
• Provides explanation and instruction to the patient and pertinent information to attending physicians and radiologist.
• Prepares and administers isotope agents to patients.
• Calculates amount and type of radioactive isotope needed in preparation for examinations.
• Operates all specialized equipment.
• Practices and maintains all safety regulations established or required, completes incident Maintains patient's disposition records of isotope agents.
• Reconciles, acquires and processes images in the PACS settings.
• Applies appropriate applications/functions within the Radiology Information System (RIS).
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.
• Contributes to a positive climate and the overall team effort of the department and maintains a "CAN DO" attitude.
• Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.

EDUCATION:

• Skills and proficiency in the technical field of Nuclear Medicine.
• Such proficiency is acquired through completion of a 2-year AMA approved training program in Radiologic technology or the equivalent plus completion of a 1 year AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology School.

LICENSURE, REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION:

• Certification in Nuclear Medicine Technology by the NMTCB must be ocmplted within 90 days of completion of Accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program. CPR certification must also be completed within 90 days of employment.
• Is proactive and insure the availability of a current license, does not let license lapse at the end of birth month.
• Notifies any known problems with their license immediately to the Director.

EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledge of hospital, department and Nuclear Medicine Unit policies and procedures, equipment, record keeping and forms as acquired through 3 months of orientation.