Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Imaging Nuclear Med - PRN
Company: CHRISTUS Health
Location: Lake Charles
Posted on: April 30, 2024
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Job Description:
Description
Summary:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for coordinating and
performing diagnostic medical imaging procedures utilizing
radiopharmaceutical and medical imaging equipment. Professional and
departmental protocols are followed to provide the physician
diagnostic images to identify and/or plan appropriate treatment for
the patient's condition. Behavior and communication skills must
align with the organizations mission, values and culture.
Responsibilities:
--- Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
--- Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate
waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing
specific tasks mandated by Federal, State and Hospital
policies.
--- Documents daily all calibrations and flood films for all
Nuclear Medicine imaging equipment, Dose Calibrator accuracy check,
Hot Lab area survey, dispensed pharmaceuticals and radioactive
source disposal.
--- Practices safe handling of radio nuclides and radiation safety
procedures at all times.
--- Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals, as prescribed by
the Physician, by adhering to established procedures.
--- Performs periodic quality control tests, documenting according
to Hospital policies and procedures.
--- Demonstrates adherence to the CORE Values of CHRISTUS
Health.
--- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Education/Skills
--- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiology Technology or
other accepted and approved equivalent required
Experience
--- 1 year of experience in a clinical nuclear medicine setting
required
--- 2 years of experience in a clinical Radiology setting is
preferred
Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
--- Current State Licensure required
--- Current BLS (American Heart Association) required
--- Nuclear Medicine Technologist registration from ARRT or NMTCB
required
Work Schedule:
TBD
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
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