Nuclear Medicine Specialist PRN presso Texas Health Resources

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing %3Cbr/%3E1. Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam %3Cbr/%3E2. Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest %3Cbr/%3E3. Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations %3Cbr/%3E4. Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors %3Cbr/%3E5. Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique %3Cbr/%3E6. Maintains attention to details %3Cbr/%3E7. Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed 8. Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS %3Cbr/%3E9. Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS %3Cbr/%3E10. Prints laser images, CD, or sends images from modality, Ambra, or PACS %3Cbr/%3E11. Coordinates with Scheduling and other modalities for patient care 45%%3Cbr/%3EPatient Care %3Cbr/%3E1. Uses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions %3Cbr/%3E2. Assesses and recognizes the patient?��s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions %3Cbr/%3E3. Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies) %3Cbr/%3E4. Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures %3Cbr/%3E5. Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID %3Cbr/%3E6. Obtains patient history %3Cbr/%3E7. Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging %3Cbr/%3E8. Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment %3Cbr/%3E9. Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient %3Cbr/%3E10. Administers Radioactive isotopes and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines %3Cbr/%3E11. Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed %3Cbr/%3E12. Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other departments 20%%3Cbr/%3EEquipment Operation and Maintenance %3Cbr/%3E1. Adjusts technical factors %3Cbr/%3E2. Operates, cares for and maintains equipment %3Cbr/%3E3. Applies knowledge of physics and accessories %3Cbr/%3E4. Troubleshoots and properly documents equipment malfunction %3Cbr/%3E5. Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, table tops, floors)%3Cbr/%3E6. Stocks supplies daily%3Cbr/%3E7. Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames %3Cbr/%3E8. Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards%3Cbr/%3E9. Remains productive during periods of decreased work flow 20%%3Cbr/%3EProfessional Accountability and Partnership %3Cbr/%3E1. Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement %3Cbr/%3E2. Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner %3Cbr/%3E3. Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement %3Cbr/%3E4. Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary %3Cbr/%3E5. Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor %3Cbr/%3E6. Utilizes ADKAR and CLAK during times of change 15%
%3Cb%3EEducation%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3EOther Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology or nuclear medicine Req Or%3Cbr/%3EAssociate%27s Degree Pref%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3EExperience%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3E2 Years in nuclear medicine Pref%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3EARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Nuclear Medicine Upon Hire Req Or%3Cbr/%3ECNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist NMTCB Upon Hire Req And%3Cbr/%3ECMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist either by the TDH or TMB Upon Hire Req And%3Cbr/%3EBCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Req%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3ESkills%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3E Communication, computer, venipuncture%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3ESupervision%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3EIndividual Contributor%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3EADA Requirements%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3EWorking Indoors 67% or more%3Cbr/%3EExplosive Hazards 1-33%%3Cbr/%3EChemical Hazards 1-33%%3Cbr/%3ERadiation Hazards 67% or more%3Cbr/%3EWet Hazards 1-33%%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3EOSHA%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3ETasks involving exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.%3C/br%3E%3C/br%3E%3Cb%3EPhysical Demands%3C/b%3E%3C/br%3EMedium Work%3C/br%3E Candidarsi ora