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RAYUS Radiology is looking for a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Training to join our team. We are challenging the status quo by shining light on radiology and making it a critical first step in diagnosis and proper treatment. Come join us and shine brighter together! As a Nuclear Medicine Technologist in Training, you willperform all nuclear medicine procedures according to the established policies and protocols, methods and standards to provide quality patient care.
This is a part time position working 7am-5pm. This role requires traveling between Massachusetts and Connecticut. Prior PET experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(80%) Nuclear Medicine
- Possesses the knowledge and ability to perform all technical procedures in a timely, efficient manner
- Screens patients before exams for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
- Prepares patients for nuclear medicine procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
- Assesses, prepares, records and administers radio pharmaceuticals according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission regulations and departmental policies
- Exhibits excellent customer relations with patients/clients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sources
- Follows physicians’ orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect themselves, their patients, and coworkers
- Demonstrates knowledge of safety-related work behaviors to ensure safe job performance and the maintenance of a safe work environment as an integral part of the quality of patient care services
- Exhibits excellent customer relations with patients/clients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, community and referral sources
- Maintains accurate patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
(15%) Operational Support
- Performs and records daily quality control procedures on specified equipment to ensure correct and accurate operation
- Troubleshoots when possible, and reports problems to supervisor
- Performs daily and weekly departmental surveys to ensure compliance of radiation standards of the department and Nuclear Regulatory Commission
- Reports contamination to Radiation Safety Officer
- Maintains the nuclear medicine equipment in good working order
- Maintains an orderly and clean work area to promote good safety habits for patients and co-workers
(5%) Performs other duties as assigned