Description
Are you a Nuclear Med Tech looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of your patients? At UPMC, our Imaging professionals master cutting-edge technology to aid our physicians in providing world-class care. You'll work alongside an interdisciplinary team to make an impact on the lives of community members in the Chautauqua area. If this sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply to this great opportunity with UPMC, where you can be a Life Changer and advance your career.
Purpose:
Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
- Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient's fears and solicit their cooperation.
- Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
- Maintains appropriate records of the receipt, use and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
- Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
- Calculates, measures and records patient dose according to departmental policy and Radiation Safety Guidelines.
- Competently performs nuclear medicine exam at a high level of proficiency producing technically optimal results.
- Performs all quality control checks on imaging and non-imaging equipment to ensure proper performance and functioning.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology Program required
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- ARRT(N) or CNMT registry or registry eligible
- Must obtain registry within 12 months of hire
- CPR or BLS Required
- CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
- ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
COVID-19 Vaccination Information:
Individuals hired into this role must comply with UPMC’s COVID vaccination requirements upon beginning employment with UPMC. Refer to the COVID-19 Vaccination Information section at the top of this page to learn more.
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Our Values
At UPMC, we’re driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community. Ready to join us? Apply today.