Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN at SSM Health summary:
As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital, I perform therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures, ensuring high-quality imaging for radiologists and physicians. My responsibilities include operating imaging equipment, preparing and administering radiopharmaceuticals, and adhering to strict radiation safety protocols. I am certified in Nuclear Medicine Technology and maintain a clean and orderly department environment while being vigilant and safe during all activities.
It's more than a career, it's a calling
MO-SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton
PRN
Job Highlights:
· Department: Nuclear Medicine
· Schedule: PRN as needed
· Pay Range starts at: $34.23 Daily pay available!
· Shift Differentials: Available for night, weekend, and additional shifts
· Location: SSM St. Clare - Fenton, MO
Job Summary:
Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation.
Job Responsibilities and Requirements:
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images.
- Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately.
- Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols.
- Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
- Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
- Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
- Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department.
- Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION
- completion of a Nuclear Medicine certification program
EXPERIENCE
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Constant standing and walking.
- Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more).
- Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication.
- Frequent use of hearing to distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
- Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.
- Frequent lifting/moving of patients.
- Frequent reaching, gripping and keyboard use/data entry.
- Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.
- Occasional use of vision to identify and distinguish colors.
- Occasional bending, stooping, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
- Rare kneeling and sitting.
REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
- And
- Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
- Or
- Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) Certification and Registration - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Work Shift:
PRN / Per Diem Shift (United States of America)
Employee
4204000113 Nuclear Medicine
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
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Keywords:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Diagnostic Imaging, Radiopharmaceuticals, Radiation Safety, Healthcare, Medical Imaging, Patient Care, Therapeutic Procedures, BLS HCP Certification, Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
