Cardiac Imaging Nuclear Medicine Technologist
US-TN-CHATTANOOGA
commonspirit_careers
Req #: 411042
Type: Day
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Overview: CHI Memorial, a member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI(tm), CMS, Healthgrades(r), Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Responsibilities: Cardiac Imaging Nuclear Medicine Technologist 1st Shift, Monday- Friday The Staff Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs departmental Nuclear and PET/CT examinations, assists the radiologist during procedures and produces high quality images. The technologist follows the standards established by the radiologist and such state, local, and federal standards which may apply. Serves the following age - specific patient populations: pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics. * Uses two patient identifiers * Compares doctor's order to requisition for accuracy * Assesses patient for possible artifacts and takes appropriate action to prevent interference with image * Calculates, prepares, and administers proper patient dose and correct radiopharmaceutical according to dept. standard. * Properly disposes of radioactive waste, contaminated lines, and spent radiopharmaceuticals * Routinely demonstrates the ability to prioritize workload. * Coordinates multiple exams into the proper sequence to ensure no conflicts of exams. * Assesses the doctor's order and the patient's diagnosis to determine optimal images. * Assesses patient's condition, comfort, and safety during procedures. * Observes and reports to physician any change in patient's condition during the procedure. * Communicates accurate patient information in a timely manner to peers, physicians, and other departments. * Uses all diagnostic, computer, and communication equipment within safe limits. * Other duties as assigned by management. Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program Registered/registry eligible in Nuclear Medicine Must be registered within 3 months of hiring AHA BLS
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