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General Summary of Position
MedStar Health is looking for a Nuclear Medical Technologist to join our team! We are looking for a registered Nuclear Medical Technologist with on-the-job experience.
PRN Schedule: Must be available to take at least 8 calls per month on weekday evenings and weekends (weekday call starts at 4:00 pm through 6:00 am. With a 1 hour call range, it would be expected that the PRN would arrive no later than 5:00 pm)
As a Nuclear Medical Technologist, you will perform a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures involving the use of radioactive materials in accordance with department policies and procedures and mandated regulatory agency requirements.
Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!
Primary Duties:
Orders, prepares, measures, calculates, and administers radiopharmaceuticals in therapeutic, diagnostic, and tracer studies as prescribed by the Nuclear Medicine physician. Selects proper kit and performs independent in-house preparation of radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and hospital policy. Performs proper quality control of preparation and maintains documentation of radiopharmaceutical records.
Interviews patients regarding medical background and if necessary, obtains appropriate consent. Reviews patient's electronic chart, along with physician's order and performs appropriate study. Recognizes inadequate orders and takes appropriate action. Prepares and positions patients, transfers patients in a safe manner according to department policy. Obtains pertinent and excellent quality images, recognizes artifacts and other imaging issues, and takes appropriate action. Measures glandular activity, and reviews images to ensure that the required information has been acquired and that the images have been processed properly and are of the highest obtainable quality.
Coordinates assigned section efficiently to maintain smooth patient flow, minimizes waiting time and expedites patient discharge while avoiding delaying studies after own shifts ends in conjunction with Floor Coordinator and Advanced Nuclear medicine technologist. Surveys and calibrates camera equipment and instrumentation, as necessary. Maintains clean imaging rooms and equipment. Takes appropriate action when equipment fails and reports equipment malfunction to supervisory personnel.
Correctly places, connects, and tests lead EKG monitoring cables; and initiates EGK strips during cardiologist monitored nuclear stress tests. Handles radioactive material safely according to Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) rules and regulations. Identifies, stores, and disposes of decaying material in accordance with federal and state regulations and institutional policies.
Practices good hand monitoring, completes room surveys daily, and complies with radiation safety bio-assay policy. Returns film badge in a timely manner. Orders and cancels radiopharmaceuticals appropriately and maintains computerized records to maintain optimal flow and decrease waste. Ensures that documentation of study cancelation or rescheduling is appropriately documented, and patients' folders are discarded or filed as appropriate. Utilize all department information systems to complete billing appropriately.
Adhere to Joint commission guidelines by following policies regarding record keeping, aseptic technique, equipment maintenance and cleaning, isolation technique and signage. Follows infection control practices to provide a safe and sanitary working environment for patients and the public, and ALARA guidelines, minimizing radiation exposure to self and patient. Adheres to department personal monitoring policy and turns in film badge in accordance with. May be asked to participate in students training by assisting, teaching, and testing students.
Qualifications:
Associate's degree in Nuclear Medicine Technology from an A.M.A approved school.
PRN or on the job experience.
NMTCB (Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board) or ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) registration as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
Why MedStar Health?
At MedStar Health, we understand that our ability to treat others well begins with how we treat each other. We work hard to foster an inclusive and positive environment where our associates feel valued, connected, and empowered. We live up to this promise through:
- Strong emphasis on teamwork—our associates feel connected to each other and our mission as an organization. In return, our effective team environment generates positive patient outcomes and high associate satisfaction ratings that exceed the national benchmark.
- Strategic focus on equity, inclusion, & diversity—we are committed to equity for all people and communities. We continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace where people feel a sense of belonging and the ability to contribute to equitable care delivery and improved community health outcomes at all levels of the organization.
- Comprehensive total rewards package—including competitive pay, generous paid time off, great health and wellness benefits, retirement savings, education assistance, and so much more.
- More career opportunities closer to home—as the largest healthcare provider in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C. region, there are countless opportunities to grow your career and fulfill your aspirations.
About MedStar Health
MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.
MedStar Health is an Equal Opportunity (EO) Employer and assures equal opportunity for all applicants and employees. We hire people to work in different locations, and we comply with the federal, state and local laws governing each of those locations. MedStar Health makes all decisions regarding employment, including for example, hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefit eligibility, discipline, and discharge without regard to any protected status, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, sex, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local EO laws. If you receive an offer of employment, it is MedStar Health's policy to hire its employees on an at-will basis, which means you or MedStar Health may terminate this relationship at any time, for any reason.
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