Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Digirad Corporation
Location: Allentown
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Nuclear Medicine TechnologistPosition Overview:The Nuclear
Medicine Technologist will work will work under the direct
supervision of site physician, performing various duties related to
nuclear stress testing.Performs patient care functions related to
perfusion imaging and stress testing at customer sites. Essential
Functions: 1.Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress
cardiac studies, including processing images for physician review.
2.Transports equipment and supplies to customer sites using company
vehicles.Performs patient care functions related to perfusion
imaging and stress testing at customer sites. 3.Perform daily
quality control checks and calibrations on camera and completes
required NRC/State documentation. 4.Follow radiation safety policy
and NRC/State guidelines for handling of radioactive
pharmaceuticals, including but not limited to conducting daily
surveys of hot lab, exam room, camera and personnel. 5.Responsible
for radiation safety in assigned location(s).This includes but not
limited to maintaining records, coordination of film badges for all
clinical staff, coordination of disposal/removal of RAM waste,
ordering and inventory of RAM 6.Assisting the Radiation Safety
Officer as needed as it relates to location(s) audits and
maintenance of licensing.Follow company procedure for the handling
of spills and/or personnel contamination and appropriate removal,
storage and disposal of decay. 7.Place IV and heplock for patients
in states where state law does not allow the CST/CCT to perform
this function. 8.Order, calibrating and inventorying
radiopharmaceuticals needed for the day of service; assists in
loading/unloading of equipment in/out of van; sets up/tears down
DIS equipment in customer site. 9.Drive company van and follows
government regulations and Company policies governing the receipt,
handling, transport, use, and disposal of radioactive materials and
related equipment and medical supplies. 10.Manage hub records and
filing according to regulatory guidelines and company policy.
11.Perform random audits of NMTs image quality control and
radiation safety. 12.Compile daily paperwork at customer site,
including obtaining physician signature(s), photocopying, and
faxing.Qualifications:oEstablish and maintain effective
relationships with customers and patients and gain their trust and
respect.oMaintain patient confidentiality in all areasoAbility to
react in an emergency and determine the best course of action or
care for the patient.oAble to work independently and under
pressure.oMust have valid driver's license with no major violations
Education and Experience:oMust have a certification or degree in
Nuclear Medicine.oA minimum of one-year experience performing
nuclear medicine imaging procedures, specifically cardiac exams and
performing quality assurance on the equipment is preferred.oMust
have an active NMTCB or ARRT(N) license, and, if applicable, a
state license in good standingoAmerican Heart Association Basic
Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and CPR courses. Physical
Activities:oMust be able to stand for long periods of timeoRequired
to push/pull 800lbs+ of medical equipment. An Equal Opportunity
Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran
status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of
disability.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Keywords: Digirad Corporation, Allentown , Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Healthcare , Allentown, Pennsylvania
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