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REGISTERED NUCLEAR MEDICINE TECHNOLOGIST - IMAGING - 20 HOURS WEEKLY - DAY SHIFT

Schedule: 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Rotating every third weekend

General Summary:

• The Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist is responsible for supporting the Mission and Vision of Crittenton Hospital Medical Center (CHMC) by, following written orders from a physician and under the direction of a Radiologist, performs a variety of procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of radionuclides for diagnosis and treatment.

• Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures and/or may be assigned duties as an instructor in areas of specific competence.

• Charged with patient care responsibilities while the patient is in the department.

• Recognizes the purpose of employment is to prioritize the patient as number one, and to put forth the utmost quality as a Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist.

• Maintains a positive and professional atmosphere for patients.

• Demonstrates interpersonal skills necessary in order to interact effectively with patients who may be under physical or emotional stress.

• Gather and exchange patient information with nursing personnel and physicians as required.

• Maintains logs of daily quality control of instruments, monitors incoming shipments of radionuclides and keeps required records mandated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) and state agencies.

• Orders radionuclides and other supplies for patient procedures and office needs.

• Assures the “two step” identification of all patients without fail, before injecting radionuclides.

• Explains the procedure and provides detailed instructions as required to the patient.

• Prepares the radionuclides based on the physician’s order and the departmental protocols.

• Injects the isotopes under the general radiologist’s supervision and subsequently performs the ordered scans using various cameras, computers, and imagers.

• Monitors the department for contamination and adheres to all other applicable licensing agencies rules and regulations.

• Makes patient appointments and provides preparatory instructions to patients, physicians, physician’s offices, and nursing unit personnel as required.

• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination free condition of rooms, equipment and personnel.

• Secures and returns supplies.

• Assists in equipment calibration and radioisotope assay operation.

• Maintains adequate records of radioisotope receipts, use storage, and disposal in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

• Reports equipment failure/malfunction to specified service provider.

• Requests assistance of a Radiology Supervisor or Director if problems are not resolved in a timely manner.

• May be responsible for specific areas of instruction for new employees and/or students.

• Cooperates with all department personnel in a positive and professional manner.

• Serves on specific committees dealing with Quality Assurance and the use of radiation as requested.

• May be required to assist in the development of technical factors and equipment and film selection.

• Performs a variety of related clerical tasks as necessary.

• Adheres to and practices prescribed standards for Radiation Safety.

• Handles equipment in a responsible, professional manner.

• Maintains a professional appearance by adhering to Dress and Grooming Policy of Radiology.

• Maintains Continuing Education Credits as required by SNM or other governing agencies.

• Other related duties as required.

• This position requires the ability to identify age related differences within the persons served and the adjustment of treatment style and expectations as appropriate, including adjustments based on the person’s served cognitive function and learning ability.

• This will include taking into account their religious and cultural needs and preferences.

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s):

• Must possess and maintain a valid nuclear medicine registration from credentialing bodies such as the ARRT, Society of Nuclear Medicine or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) at time of hire/transfer date required.

Education:

• High school graduate.

Work Experience:

• One (1) year of full-time experience in clinical Nuclear Medicine Imaging is preferred.

• Special demands include promptness, accuracy, patience, courtesy, understanding of patients needs and rigid adherence to safety and quality control.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital

• Department: Nuclear Medicine 001

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: MIROC Crittenton Radiologi

  Additional Details

  This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .

Benefits

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.