Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Company: Kaiser
Location: Coronado
Posted on: March 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Under direct supervision, performs diagnostic and therapeutic
procedures utilizing radiopharmaceuticals. Prepares pharmaceuticals
for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Applies principle of
radiation protection. Calibrates radiation detection equipment.
Exercises professional judgment in performance of service. Provides
patient care. Essential Responsibilities:Upholds Kaiser
Permanente's Policies and Procedures, Principles of
Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local
laws.Customer Service: Is responsive to the needs of others by
maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers
and creating a positive image for the department, as demonstrated
by: willingness to take the initiative to resolve member issues.
handling a high number of member contacts. dealing with customer
complaints in a positive way. providing compassionate service.
treating coworkers with respect and appreciation. fostering
teamwork and thinking positively.Identifies the impact of cultural
diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes
accommodations for such differences.Demonstrates competence in the
operation of complex Nuclear Medicine equipment, both mobile and
stationary in various patient care settings. --consistently selects
correct technical factors relative to the requirements of the
study. consistently selects other equipment settings/parameters
appropriately. consistently processes electronic images properly,
utilizing automated equipment. consistently selects, prepares and
assays the correct radiopharmaceutical for the required exam.
routinely selects and operates quality control monitoring equipment
appropriately to produce accurate results.Administers
radiopharmaceuticals safely and properly. always administers the
correct isotope. always measures and administers the correct dose.
always verifies the identity of the patient before administration.
routinely adheres to infection control techniques relative to
radiopharmaceutical administration. routinely performs venipuncture
in accordance with established department procedure.Age Specific
Criteria: Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical,
emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of
services to patients of the age group served. --Able to assess data
reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate
information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative
to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed in
accordance with department policy. neonatal. pediatric. adolescent.
adult. geriatric. adjusts dosage and technical factors relative to
the requirements of the study and the physical maturation of the
patient. modifies patient positioning techniques relative to the
patient's physical and cognitive abilities. always takes special
care in handling, positioning and/or restraining infants and
geriatric patients to avoid injury or excessive radiation exposure.
never leaves infant, pediatric or disoriented geriatric patient
unattended.Exercises Good Clinical Judgment. consults with the
radiologist or nuclear medicine physician for purposes of
clarifying orders. selects alternate or additional view
appropriately relative to the patient's condition. does not attempt
to perform an exam in any case in which it cannot be performed
safely and/or properly.Documents clinical activities in a timely,
comprehensive, and accurate manner. completes and initials the
standard consultation form and the Radiology Processing Record
accurately and immediately following each procedure. consistently
documents required statistics relative to the use of
radiopharmaceuticals (e.g. dosage, dose administered, disposal
records, etc.) --Additional Performance Standards for Senior
Nuclear Medicine Technologist.Provides effective, functional
direction to assigned staff. consistently assigns work to staff
appropriately so that exams are performed in a timely manner.
routinely provides timely feedback to management regarding
operational problems and personnel issues. communicates effectively
with other departments to promote positive interdepartmental
relationships. demonstrates organizational skills and creativity in
the resolution of operational problems within the department.
--Organizational Rules, Policies and Procedures.Observes all
organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic
Imaging Department policies and procedures. oIs compliant with
organizational, regional and medical service area policies and
procedures. observes Regional Radiation Safety Standards and
Department Safety Policies. --Quality of Service.Maintains
standards or professional behavior established to enhance quality
of service. greets members promptly and courteously with eye
contact and a pleasant expression and tone of voice. informs
members of reason for any delays or anticipated delays in their
care. treats patients in accordance with the Patient's Bill of
Rights. conducts only work related conversations when members are
waiting for service. --Communication.Demonstrates good
communication skills.--Communicates verbally in a clear and concise
manner. Communicates verbal instruction to member in a manner that
is conducive to understanding and compliance. demonstrates
courteous and appropriate telephone skills. speaks English in the
presence of patients except as required to interpret for non
English speaking patients. communicates in writing accurately,
completely and legibly, and routes such communication appropriately
and in a timely manner. Professional Maturity.Demonstrates
professional maturity in all interactions with patients and staff.
strives to maintain good working relationships and rapport with
patients, other members of the department and the health care team.
oIs flexible and cooperative about schedule changes made to
maximize productivity and efficiency. responds appropriately to
constructive criticism from supervisors and peers. functions
independently within the defined scope of position.
--Productivity.Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within
the department or the Region. Equipment, Supplies, and Work Area.
Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with
department guidelines. keeps equipment and work area clean at all
times. routinely handles equipment with care to avoid damage.
reports equipment malfunctions to supervisory staff promptly.
--orders, receives, handles, and stores radiopharmaceuticals
appropriately and in accordance with Regional Radiation Safety
policies.Reports to Assistant Director, Diagnostic Imaging.Assume
other activities and responsibilities from time to time as
directed.Basic Qualifications:ExperienceN/AEducationPlease refer to
the minimum work experience.License, Certification,
RegistrationSPECT imaging experience.Certified Technologist,
Nuclear Medicine.Registered with ARRT(NM) or NMTCB.CPR (BLS-C)
(must be obtained during the probationary period).Additional
Requirements:N/APreferred Qualifications:Two (2) years of
experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist in a major medical
center.Knowledge of Marconi, GE, and Siemens equipment.Job
Schedule: Job Category: Imaging & Radiology
Keywords: Kaiser, San Diego , Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Healthcare , Coronado, California
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