Nuclear Medicine Technologist

General Information:

Job title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist

Schedule: PRN; scheduled as needed.

Position Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Medical Imaging, performs all nuclear medicine procedures requiring independent judgment, and initiative. Demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning, technique selection, administration of radiopharmaceuticals, and application of immobilization and radiation protection devices according to policy and procedure.

Position Responsibilities:

• Administer radiopharmaceuticals and non-radiopharmaceuticals to patients to detect or treat diseases, using radioisotope equipment under direction of the radiologist.
• Calculate, measure and record radiation dosage or radiopharmaceuticals received, used and disposed, following physician order.

• Dispose of radioactive materials and store radiopharmaceuticals, following radiation safety procedures.

• Ensures compliance with all applicable rules, regulations and orders of the state Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services, including the requirements of the administrative code and any conditions specified in the Radioactive Materials License.

• Performs necessary clerical work by assuring proper scheduling, correct exam, prior authorization, obtaining prior report/scan, patient lab values, and review of clinic notes for all PET, and Nuclear Medicine scans.

• Performs all required diagnostic nuclear medicine scans, consistently demonstrating good judgment in evaluating the diagnostic studies for quality and diagnosis.

• Exercise responsibility for the maintenance and accuracy of facility reports, database records and logs.

• Maintains a safe and clean work environment.

• Orders and maintains adequate supplies.

• Attends monthly department meetings.

• Maintains quality control of Nuclear Medicine equipment to ensure the scanner is operating properly.

• Carry out quality assurance protocols and quality improvement measures within the facility.

• Troubleshoots equipment problems, calls for service, and notifies pertinent team members.

• Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns to the Medical Imaging Director.

• Assume responsibility for evening, night, weekend, and holiday on call duties.

• Assist director with accreditation paperwork or duties.

• Other duties as assigned within scope, responsibility and certification of position.

• Maintains compliance with continuing medical education requirements through professional journals, on the job training and other educational opportunities.

Position Requirements:

Minimum Education

Graduate of approved School of Nuclear Medicine

Wisconsin state licensure and NMTCB certification

BLS certification (within the first three months of employment)

Minimum Work Experience

One year related recent work experience preferred in the field of Nuclear Medicine

Required Skills

Good sense of organization and the ability to work independently

Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks

Ability to adapt to change with a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn new ways to accomplish work activities and objectives.