Nuclear Medicine Technologist PRN - Our Lady of the Angels - Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System : Job Details

Job DescriptionNuclear Medicine Technologist (PRN)Our Lady of the AngelsBogalusa, LAJob Summary: Perform Nuclear Medicine procedures as ordered by attending physician.Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent education plus graduate of an AMA accredited school for Nuclear Medicine Technology. ARRT and/or CNMTB registered, current Louisiana state license for Radiology; BLS Certification .#CBResponsibilities

TECHNICAL TASKS

Exhibits working knowledge of all Nuclear Medicine equipment and procedures as outlined in the Department protocol manual. Has completed required competencies for equipment and procedures in Nuclear Medicine.

Refers to physician's orders/chart for any special instructions that may be indicated. Corroborates clinical history with procedure ordered.

Routinely questions the patient before procedure to obtain patient's history. Asks females of child bearing age if they may be pregnant

Explains procedure completely to facilitate cooperation and alleviate patient anxiety

Documents all pertinent information, i.e., history, tech initials, exception codes, etc., appropriately.

Prepares films for interpretation including pulling all previous films and providing completed work sheets.

Always demonstrates an awareness of radiation safety procedures for self and patient; wears protective clothing when necessary; wears film badge at all times.

Maintains room and work area in neat orderly fashion.

Regularly checks equipment, accessories and supplies; keeps area stocked at all times.

Assumes responsibility for portions of department quality improvement program as requested including QI suggestions, exception reporting, data gathering etc.

Assists in other areas of the department as work load permits

Is available to work a rotating on-call schedule to ensure 24 hour coverage of the Nuclear Medicine department.

CRITICAL THINKING

Always obtains information necessary for successful completion of duties; regularly confers with radiologist; asks for assistance with patients who present difficulties

Demonstrates the ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner and prioritizes procedures in periods of crisis and/or emergent situations. Strives to complete all scans as they are requested/scheduled during the shift.

Performs all scans in an efficient and timely manner without compromising quality

Coordinates Nuclear Medicine schedule with other areas to prevent patient waiting; knows how to coordinate all procedures with other areas. Example: Ultrasound, Diagnostic, etc.

Other duties

Consistently performs 12 organizational Service Standards focused on Values, Service and Quality.

QualificationsEducation - High school diploma or equivalent education plus graduate of an AMA accredited school for Nuclear Medicine Technology.About Us Our Lady of the Angels Hospital is part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady Health System. The health system was organized in 1984 to unite three existing hospitals in Louisiana which were already part of the Franciscan Missionaries of Our Lady's mission of extending the healthcare of Jesus Christ to those most in need. Headquartered in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the health system serves patients across the State of Louisiana through a network of hospitals, clinics, physicians, elderly housing and integrated information systems and currently employs over 10,000 individuals. Our Lady of the Angels Hospital's exceptional team members put their hearts and souls into serving the Washington Parish community all day, every day. They appreciate the trust that the community places in them, and they strive to continually offer enhanced innovation and expanded access to quality healthcare, close to home.