Registered Nuclear Med Tech

Appalachian Regional Healthcare Beckley, WV 25801, US

Overview

Performs nuclear medicine imaging studies in accordance with physician orders and departmental guidelines.Prepares and transports patients as necessary.Prepares imaging equipment, room, and images, as need for interpretation.Verifies and completes studies in RIS and PACS.Maintains Quality Control on Equipment as Instructed.

Responsibilities

Prepare radioactive isotopes for administration to patients.Fill hypodermic syringe with specified amount of isotope and tagging componentObserve strict precautions in handling isotopes to safeguard against overexposure to radiation.Follow recommended guidelines of the nuclear regulatory commission (NRC) A.L.A.R.A. program.Operate gamma camera and related computers.Keep records of tests conducted, test results, use, and disposition of isotopes.Follows the hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensurea professional, responsible, and courteous environment.Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team inter- andintradepartmentally to facilitate the department's/unit's ability to meet its goals and objectives.Attends all required safety training programs and can describe his/her responsibilities related to general safety,department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards.Must be available for on call assignments, as needed.

Qualifications

Education (experience can be substituted for education)Associate's Degree Graduate of an approved nuclear medicine program that meets requirementsfor Certification as established by State Guidelines Required

Work Experience (education can be substituted for experience)1-3 years Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCurrent CPR CertificationBasic Computer SkillsALARA guidelinesMust be able to meet hospital on-call requirements.

Licenses and Certifications

Must be certified by the Nuclear MedicineTechnology Certification Board (N.M.T.C.B.),or be ARRT Registered or be certified with theState. State license required.

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