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Nuclear Medicine Technician -- Bons Secours

By Nikhil Gudupalli posted 09-27-2022 14:32

  

Full Job Description

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JOB SUMMARY

Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine clinical imaging as prescribed by physicians using radiopharmaceuticals for imaging under the direction of a qualified Radiologist and supervision of the Imaging Department Director. With the assistance and guidance of a qualified nuclear physicist assures department compliance with all state and NRC qualifications.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates gamma camera within the NM department selecting technical factors and proper doses of radioisotopes to ensure high-quality, studies.

Assists in maintaining gamma and employed equipment in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.

Receives and reviews requests for nuclear studies.

Explains and prepares the patient for all nuclear studies.

Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safely position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

Maintains customers' rights (confidentiality, privacy, safety, security, and decision making)

Documents all radioisotope usage and disposal in the NMIS software program.

Is proficient in operation of Capintec Dose calibrator and Captus thyroid uptake machine.

REQUIRED MINIMUN EDUCATION

Vocational Technical Degree

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS

Virginia Radiation Operator License; AART; NMTCB; BLS

PREFERRED

AART (N)

MINIMUN QUALIFICATIONS

Basic knowledge of radioactive materials and how they pertain to Nuclear Medicine. Demonstrates proper operation of gamma cameras, PET/CT scanner, dose calibrator, well, uptake probe and Geiger counter. Knowledge of how the PACS system works acquired through on-the-job training.

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w/AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
  • And much more
  • Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

    Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20

    Work Shift: All

    Department: Nuclear Medicine - Richmond Community Hospital

    All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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