What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nuclear Med Techg II position at Advocate Aurora?
Performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Proficiently performs basic to advanced nuclear medicine diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Must perform and be proficient with all of the following procedures if performed at assigned facility which include therapy, QMP, PET/CT, and nuclear pharmacist backup.
Reviews patient's medical record to obtain necessary clinical information including patient history, lab results, and physician orders, obtains medical history from patients, and compares requisitions to physicians' orders to ensure exam accuracy.
Injects patients with all radiopharmaceuticals used in procedures observing proper veni puncture techniques and complying with appropriate radiation safety considerations and techniques. Labels and dispenses Nuclear Pharmacy drugs per physician prescription.
Relays pertinent patient history information to appropriate staff and departments.
Post-processes images as directed and accurately identifies and labels images identifying patient name, medical record unit (MRU) number, and location or position of scan on all images.
Maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges.
Identifies equipment performance issues and performs equipment quality assurance tests and calibration procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to appropriate staff.
Serves as a technical resource, role model and/or preceptor for students and staff. Acts as a resource to staff at own facility and throughout the system.
Facilitates clinical problem solving and collaborates with other departments to provide education on managing patients after procedures and any other imaging department processes and procedures.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Scheduled HoursM-F, 1st shift, included in call and holiday rotation
Licenses & Certifications
Nuclear Medicine Tech (N) registration issued by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or
Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification (CNMT) issued by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), and
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.
Degrees
Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Nuclear Medicine.
Required Functional Experience
Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Nuclear Medicine Technologist role.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiation safety.Advanced knowledge of Radioactive Materials Program Requirements (State of WI) DHS 157. Proficient in IV and venipuncture. Proficient ECG interpretation, heart rhythm recognition and pharmacological knowledge.Excellent communication, interpersonal and patient service skills to work effectively with physicians, patients and other staff members.Ability to work independently. Intermediate computer skills.
Salary : $1 - $1,000,000
