Nuclear Medicine Tech - Radiology - PRN

Company: Haywood Regional Medical Center
Location: Clyde
Posted on: April 16, 2024

Job Description:

Administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications for patient imaging and therapeutic procedures.Processes data and enhances digital images using advanced computer technology.Provides images, data analysis and patient information for diagnostic interpretation or therapeutic procedures.Evaluates images to determine the technical quality and calibration of instrumentation.Processes the images for radiologist review.For Stress Lab Tech:
Required Licensure: Registered ARRT Radiologic Technologist - RT(R)
AND/OR
NMTCB or Registered ARRT Nuclear Medicine - RT(N)

Essential Functions:
Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

Prepares preliminary paperwork for final interpretation by the cardiologist.

Performs exercise, pharmaceutical, and echo stress tests.

Recognizes chest pain, arrhythmias with stress testing. Responds/obtains appropriate and immediate assistance as needed.

Monitors, receives, and stocks stress lab supplies.

Disassembles, cleans, and sterilizes equipment as needed.

Troubleshoots minor problems, makes adjustments as needed during the procedure and prepares recordings for interpretation.

Collects and/or reviews pertinent medical, historical, and medication information in order to perform the appropriate study prescribed by the physician.

Assists with computerized charting, MUSE, and Paragon.

Assists with activities to improve department processes, facilitate testing, and maintain quality to achieve optimal patient results.
Minimum Education
Graduate of an approved course in Nuclear Medicine Technology.Minimum Work Experience
One or more years of experience in NM with NM registration.Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Required Skills
Certifications:
AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)Required Licenses
Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Must be registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology.Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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