Lead - Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Avera•Aberdeen, SD

8d•$37 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety diagnostic imaging techniques to detect and map radioactive drugs in the human body. Administers radioactive pharmaceuticals to patients, then monitors the characteristics and functions of tissues or organs in which they localize. Responsible for day to day operations of the Nuclear Department. Delegate specific responsibilities to the technical staff as needed.

Requirements

The individual must be able to work the hours specified.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.
Certified Nuclear Medical Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Upon Hire
1-3 years Related experience and/or training
Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
Maintain confidentiality.
Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Responsibilities

Performs quality control tests on both radiopharmaceuticals and imaging equipment.
Accurately operates Nuclear Medicine equipment and related computer data systems.
Calculates and administers diagnostic radiopharmaceuticals to patients (IV or oral) and maintains accurate records of radionuclides (patient dose, receipt, and disposal of materials).
Participates in patient care activities including, but not limited to organizing and maintaining patient schedule and drawing blood specimens for Nuclear Medicine.
Monitors the day-to-day operations of Nuclear Medicine and hot lab equipment “Key operator” responsibility.
Responsible for troubleshooting, procedural updates or specific Nuclear Medicine instrumentation or disciplines.
Responsible for inventory control of specific laboratory instrumentation or disciplines.
Provides at least one quality assurance project per year as pertains to specific Nuclear Medicine instrumentation or disciplines.
Serves as “Super User” for all new equipment and software.
Responsible to provide new employee orientation and on-the-job training.
Assists in radionuclide Rx procedures and performs the necessary monitoring for these procedures.
Acts as liaison between NCH physicians, Avera leadership, and the Nuclear Medicine Supervisor.
Compiles the billing for the clinic and hospital and answers coding questions.