Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Nuclear Medicine Technologist today with LewisGale Hospital Alleghany.
Job Summary and QualificationsPrepares,calibratesand administers radio pharmaceuticals for diagnostic examinations.
Operates nuclear imaging systems and computer applications andassistsphysicians with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
Prepares Technetium Radionuclide Kits, as needed.
Performs nuclear imaging studies; obtains pertinent patient information and history.
Prepares patient for the procedure, gathering relevant information for documentation & scanning. (orders, questionnaires, consents)
Operates diagnostic equipment safelymaintainingawareness of ALARA standards while performing procedures.
Practices radiation safetyin theadministration of radioisotopes topatients.(Assessment of LMP, Shielding and Lowest exposure doses)
Evaluates images foroptimaltechnical quality priorto sending to PACS.Is proficient in all PACS and digital imaging applications.Reviews studies as needed with the Radiologist todetermineany need foradditionalimaging.
Prepares radiographicand Nuclear Medicinerooms with the necessaryequipment and supplies for the procedure.
Assistsphysicians with diagnostic & therapeuticprocedures.
Administers contrastmediae, as required & performseMARfunctions, as necessary.
Performs quality control procedures in compliancewith state and federal regulations tomaintainquality and safety standards &in accordance withthe nuclear physicist’s recommendations.
Maintains established departmental policies/procedures,objectives, performance improvement measures, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
Receives, administers,recordsand disposes of all radioactive substancesin accordance withstate and federal guidelines.
Performsappropriate qualitycontrol including daily room surveys and wipe tests. Maintainsappropriateand complete documentation.
Participate in the Patient Satisfaction Survey process.
Performs Time Outprocedureas necessary.
Performs Medication Reconciliation, as needed.
Performs patient assessments, obtaining pertinent patient information and history.
Assistswith patient transport and transfer as needed,assuring patient comfort & safety atall times.
Provides patient and family education, as necessary.
Maintains orderly & clean work area.Checks equipment, supplies and accessories on a regular basis.
Performs clerical,receptionand scheduling duties, as necessary.
Operates Meditech,hot lab computer, and other computers, printers & copiers withproficiency. Enters allpatient,radiopharmaceuticaland exam data accurately and appropriately.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, currentliteratureand in-services to meet the continuing education requirements of the ARRT or other professional organizations.
Attends andparticipatesin departmental and hospital wide meetings, as designated.
Establishes andmaintainsa good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, otherdepartmentsand the medical staff.FollowsStandards of Behavior.
Able to access MSDS sheets.
Performs other related duties as assigned orrequired.
Qualifications/Licensure/Certification/Registration/:
Required: Current certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
Required: Graduation from an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology is required for the lead position of the department.
Required: BLS Certified
Education:
Required: Graduate of an accredited School of Radiologic Technology.
Hours: Full time, day shift
BenefitsLewisGale Hospital Alleghany, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
LewisGale Hospital-Alleghany is a 204-bed acute care facility in Low Moor, Virginia. We serve patients in both Virginia and West Virginia. We have delivered a decade-long commitment to help save and improve patients’ lives. We are committed to giving back to the extended community that we call home. We offer a full range of medical specialties from emergency medicine to general surgery. Our facility is home to the Senior Transitions program. This program is a 15-bed specialty unit for seniors with emotional and behavioral issues requiring short-term acute stabilization. We are an important part of LewisGale Regional Health System. This Health System is an integrated network of closely aligned patient-care facilities that consistently rank among the top in the nation for patient care.
HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Nuclear Medicine Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.