Nuclear Medicine Technologist - MethodistCarle Health • Peoria, Illinois, United States

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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Methodist

Carle Health

Peoria, Illinois, United States

Peoria, Illinois, United States

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Overview Sign-on Bonus Available! Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and >50mi To perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist. QualificationsCertifications: Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - VariesVaries; Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)American Heart Association (AHA); Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), Education: Certificate of Completion: Nuclear Medicine; Bachelor's Degree: Related Field; Associate's Degree: Radiologic Technology, Work Experience: ResponsibilitiesClinical Excellence/Patient CarePerforms diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages.Exhibits competency in performing diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapyCompletes scheduling, ordering radiopharmaceutical and patient preparation guidelinesPerforms and documents administrations of all RadiopharmaceuticalsMaintains quality care throughout the procedure practicing radiation protection maintaining personal exposure ALARAPerforms required equipment quality controlDocuments quality control records and images camera floodsFollows all conditions of MMCI radioactive material license and IDNS regulationsCompletes all radiation safety documentationPossesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing.Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies.Clinical ExcellenceMaintains working knowledge of equipment and procedures in order to function in multiple areas of the department.Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation and performs reasonable troubleshootingChecks and observes equipment for general safety and appropriate operationMaintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that roomKnowledgeable of Hot Lab and proceduresReceives radioactive packages; prepares doses for disposition; maintains radioactive waste for storageKnowledgeable of thyroid ablations and therapiesFulfills all documentation for IDNS requirementsPerforms Schilling's and Red Cell mass proceduresDemonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues.Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment.Building RelationshipsPerforms support functions of the Nuclear Medicine/PET Department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective care for our patients.Promptly processes films and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a reportMaintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care by transporting to and from the department as required and working with multiple patients at one time utilizing appropriate resources to ensure safetyPromptly and accurately enters patient information into RIS system and all other medical records to ensure efficient patient throughputMaintains the QA, QC and QI programsShares knowledge, guides, and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and proceduresDisplays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment About UsFind it here.Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: . Compensation and BenefitsThe compensation range for this position is $37.08per hour - $63.78per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

Peoria, Illinois, United States

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