Nuclear Medicine Coordinator - Bassett Medical Center : Job Details

Overview:

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Responsibilities:

The Nuclear Medicine Coordinator acts as a working leader under the Medical direction of the Radiologist in charge, and under the general supervision of the Medical Imaging Supervisor. The NM Coordinator is responsible technical quality, safety and contribution toward the successful and effective operation of the Nuclear Medicine department. In addition, this individual must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to assist the Radiation Safety Officer, and Radiation Safety Manager with reports, records, and statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes for the Radiation Safety Program. This individual needs to have the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and provide the care needed. The NM Coordinator also serves as a subject matter expert and leadership resource to the Network Nuclear Medicine program as a whole, which may include minimal travel to additional sites.

• To provide high quality test results in a prompt and accurate fashion.
• Explains scans and procedures to the patients to set aside fears; properly performs all Nuclear Medicine studies and records all data into the appropriate logs
• Performs SPECT scans in accordance to our established SPECT scanning protocols
• Capture and process the radiographic images and submits it to the Radiologist before the official reading
• Performs protocol duties that include filing, logbook entries, and distribution of appropriate Nuclear Medicine documents
• Maintains appropriate record keeping for patients medical record, statistical information, radioactive utilization, and billing process
• Responsible for supervising their individual department and making sure there is a good workflow within their department.
• Prepares daily work schedules. Working closely with the scheduling department to maximize work schedules
• Evaluates work performance with competency assessments
• Provides in-service continuing education and maintains a good working relationship with all staff
• Provides leadership and motivation to staff
• Plans for utilization of staff working times, sets work schedules, defines duties, maintains effective attendance/punctuality control, and oversees all timecards are correct in coordination with the Medical Imaging Supervisors.
• Discusses problems and complaints with employees, attempts resolutions, and enlists help of the Supervisor/Manager if needed
• Participates in quality assurance on equipment as well as other Radiation Safety issues.
• Checks instrument calibrations daily; performs quality control procedures daily on equipment and reagents
• Orders isotopes, scanning kits, and exposure protection equipment as noted by the Supervisor, and leadership.
• Conducts ongoing equipment maintenance checks and reports all equipment malfunctions to the Medical Imaging Supervisor or Manager and if necessary will call service engineer for repair.
• Participates in Radiation Safety Issues within the organization.
• Assists Radiation Safety Officer in hospital wide matters relating to radiation protection, new regulations by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the NYS Department of Health, and for all safety matters as they relate to ionizing radiation as noted by the Supervisor.
• Assists in Radiation waste management with consistent and safe practices as observed by the Supervisor and Radiation Safety Manager, etc.
• Helps with the development and maintenance of the Radiation Safety Manual as requested by Radiation Safety Manager and /or Radiation Safety Officer.
• Helps to educate the hospital and other personnel in Radiation Safety matters as requested.
• Oversees the NMIS program for storage, handling and policies for Radiation Safety Maintains adequate level of inventory for routine and emergency Nuclear Medicine scans.
• Maintains adequate inventory of isotopes, scanning kits
• Attends the necessary meetings to keep up with changes within the department.
• Attends monthly department meetings, and leadership meetings and other informational sessions as requested.
• Adheres to Bassett confidentiality Policy and Patient Bill of Rights.
• Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed

Qualifications:

Education:

• Completion of ASRT training program in Nuclear Medicine, required
• Bachelor's Degree of Science, preferred

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years successful experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist, required
• Minimum one year supervisory/Lead tech experience, required

Licensure/Certifications:

• NYS license/Radiology Technologist/nuclear med tech, required
• ARRT-N Registration or CNMT certification, required
• BLS certification, required

Skills:

• Attention to Detail
• Clinical Skills
• Customer Service
• Interacting with People
• Multi-Tasking
• Time Management
• Technical Skills

Physical Requirements:

• Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
• Occasional crouching, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion standing, walking
• Frequent hearing, typing/clerical/dexterity, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)

Hazards:

• Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, burns, chemical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy

Working Conditions:

• Occasional noise

Total Rewards:

Bassett Healthcare Networks commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency Statement (Text Only):Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Min:USD $42.22/Hr.Max:USD $63.33/Hr.EEO Statement (Text Only):We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.