Are you a Nuclear Medicine Technologist who is looking to grow their career with an exceptional Cardiology practice known for its superior care and quality?
In this role the successful candidate will function as a PET & MI SPECT Technologist in performing examinations of adult patients for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis of patient illness.
This role is designed as a full-time, 10 hour shift position.
Responsibilities:
· Performing PET and MI SPECT diagnostic imaging procedures on appropriate anatomical regions according to department procedures and protocols.
· Locating and recording internal elements of the body, and identifying any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant conditions.
- Adjusting equipment and calming patient to eliminate test artifacts.
- Monitoring the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes.
- Evaluating test results for clarity and accuracy.
- Reviewing tests with peers and physician.
- Informing physicians of preliminary findings as requested according to department procedures.
- Distributing completed test results to physicians and service providers.
- Preparing diagnostic information for physician interpretation.
- Maintaining patient charts, entering diagnosis and billing codes, logging data into patient information systems, and updating file systems for tests performed.
- Cleaning and sterilizing equipment and workspace.
- Recognizing equipment malfunctions and readjusting equipment or writing referrals for repair.
- Instructing patients in pretest preparation, answering questions, and explaining procedures.
- Performing additional duties as required.
Experience Required for Your Success
· Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine technology program
· Clinical Nuclear Medicine Technologist background with a minimum of 3 years PET & MI SPECT clinical experience required
License/Certification:
· CA Licensure or eligible to attain
· Valid ARRT (CT) required, ARRT (N) OPTIONAL
· NMTCB required
· Preferred Qualifications:
· Professional communication skills both written and verbal needed
· Ability to interact with client personnel and team members in an autonomous responsible, professional and ethical manner
Must be flexible, reliable and demonstrate sound judgment and initiative
