NUCLEAR MED TECH

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FTE: 1.000000

Shift: Days

Location: RIVERSIDE MEDICAL CENTER

Summary:

• Should be experienced in medical imaging technology demonstrating competency to successfully complete nuclear medicine procedures and maintain additional education in radiographic anatomy, preferred.
• License or Certification Requirements:
• Graduate of Committee of an Allied Health and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited program in medical imaging or equivalent.
• IEMA required or registry eligible for IEMA
ARRT-N preferred

Responsibilities:

• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize risk to patient, self and others.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunction.
• Provides input for equipment purchases and supply decisions.
• May be responsible for control of inventory and purchase of supplies for assigned area.
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary.
• Attends department monthly meetings.
• Available on an 'On Call' basis for emergency procedures and administrative direction when necessary.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure.
• Evaluates images and data for technical quality, manipulates display parameters and provides hard copy record of procedure.
• Gastric Cleaning & Sanitization
• Maintains storage of digitized data as appropriate.
• Maintains adequate records of radioisotope receipt, use, storage, and disposal.
• Participates in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan.
• May be responsible for specific quality control duties in the department.
• Practices aseptic technique when necessary.
• Initiates basic life support action when necessary, CPR.
• Prepares patient for procedure, positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest.
• Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
• Prepares, identifies and/or administers radioisotopes and/or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Provides practical instruction for students and other healthcare professionals. Provides patient education.
• Secures and returns pharmaceuticals and supplies as needed.
• Selects and operates radiations detection, imaging and/or associated accessories.
• Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures.
Verifies informed consent.

Riverside Healthcare is revolutionizing care using leading-edge technology to diagnose and treat patients. We are ranked top in the nation for performance in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and heart surgery and have also been named one of the nation's 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics seven times. Riverside is nationally recognized for our specialty programs in obstetrics, trauma, oncology, rehabilitation, geriatrics, occupational health, psychiatric services, and treatment of alcohol and chemical dependency, as well as patient safety. We combine innovation and convenience at state-of-the-art facilities located in communities throughout the greater Kankakee area.

Riverside Medical Center proves that truly progressive medicine is being delivered in Chicago's southwest suburbs and East Central Illinois. Join a team that is not only concerned with providing the best care possible but also with offering a work environment of advancement and growth. Riverside is a place that embraces a culture where opinions count and dedications is respected, where superior performance is rewarded with competitive salaries and excellent benefits.

Other information:

Exposure to:
Chemicals: Chemicals used in processing x-ray film.
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: May be responsible for injection of radioisotope doses as part of their job function. May assist Radiologist in procedures that may cause contact with body fluids.
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Direct contact with patients and have potential of normal exposure to airborne pathogens.

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch):
Speech: Needed for communication with patients for education, pre-procedure history information, procedure manipulation, and post-procedure instructions.
Vision: Needed to identify, from radiograph, the automany and manipulate for correct density and contrast levels for the proper filming technique. Constant visional contact with patient to assure proper positioning of patient and for patient safety.
Smell: Electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for obtaining patient education and understanding of procedure and history information gathering.
Touch: Needed for operating computer equipment, key boarding of entry and/or other functions for communication of information necessary for patient care.

Average Hours per Week: 40

Shift: Days

Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 20%
Twist: 5%
Stand: 40%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 10%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 5%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 5%
Reach above shoulders: 5%

The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs:Frequently
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 60 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs: Not Required
Up to 100 lbs: Not Required
Over 100 lbs: Not Required

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.):
Lift cassettes from storage area and carry to darkroom for processing. Distance carried is approximately 20-30'. Must be able to lift lead container for isotope generator and carry approximately 6-8'. May need to assist patients from wheelchair and/or gurney on to and off of procedure table.

Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 96
Twist: 24
Stand: 192
Crawl: 0
Walk: 48
Kneel: 24
Lift: 24
Drive: 0
Squat: 24
Climb: 0
Bend: 24
Reach above shoulders: 24

Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated):
Simple grasp up to 15 lbs. Normal weight: frequently
Pushing & pulling Normal weight: up to 50-200# frequently
Fine Manipulation: Adjustment of CRT screen and nuclear camera setting

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Occasional stepping on to fluoroscopic exposure button when assisting Radiologist or licensed physician during radiographic procedure(s), pushing and locking beds, carts and wheelchairs.

Environmental Factors (Time Spent) :
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0

Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Very Dark
Noise levels: Average
Humidity: Normal Range
Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors

Special Hazards : Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Radiation - Responsible for preparation of doses and injection of patients. Also responsible for processing x-ray film using an automatic film processing.
Protective Clothing Required: