Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB) - Cardiology

Location Detail: 14 Jones Hollow Rd Marlborough (10387)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

Overview

Performs Nuclear Medicine diagnostic procedures in a hospital outpatient setting in accordance with state and NRC regulations. Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs to create diagnostic images. Positions patients and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies in adherence to professional and department protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operates nuclear detection and imaging equipment and prepares radiopharmaceuticals for nuclear radiologic studies. Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures on identified patients according to department procedures and protocols and in accordance with NRC regulations by selecting anatomic and technical factors accurately and operating cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient\'s body to create diagnostic images.
• Prepares and positions patients for exam. Injects and images patients with proper isotopes. Monitors patients while scanning.
• Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols. Adheres to standards for radiation safety and for appropriate waste separation and disposal of radioactive agents by performing specific tasks mandated by the NRC in order to maintain compliance with NRC licenser regulations.
• Adheres to HIPAA, OSHA, Joint Commission and NRC guidelines regarding radiation protection, patient protection and record keeping.
• Reviews physician's order and patient's CPOE requisition for completeness by reviewing the clinical information, pertinent laboratory results and the patient\'s chart to ensure the correct procedure is performed and the proper patient preparation administered.
• Assesses the appropriateness of requested exams by using pre-established guidelines for exam ordering to ensure that the exam is performed accurately the first time. Interv iews patient for medical history. Reviews images for quality and abnormalities. Exhibits proficient IV skills.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel from home location in Marlborough to Middletown or Old Saybrook if needed for coverage
• Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program
• Associates or Bachelor’s Degree

Licensure

• Certified Nuclear Medical Tech credentialed from Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or ARRT
• Basic Life Support (BLS)