HVC Nuclear Med Tech (PRN)
Lake Charles Memorial Health System · Lake Charles, Louisiana, US
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: - The Nuclear Med Tech works closely with Radiation Safety Officer to prepare, document and administer diagnostic doses of radiophar...
Job description
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse - The Nuclear Med Tech works closely with Radiation Safety Officer to prepare, document and administer diagnostic doses of radiopharmaceuticals in the performance of clinical nuclear medicine diagnostic procedures. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. - Supervisory Responsibilities include overseeing the care of all assigned patients. - Radioactive material handling and protection. - Perform dept QA measure and cath lab correlations - Participates in ongoing performance improvements. - Keep dept compliant with JCAHO and ICANL regulations/requirements - File reports and communicate with hospitals and other offices as needed. - Competent in venipuncture techniques. - Consistently communicates abnormal variances of data (vital signs, pain) to appropriate staff. - Performs QC protocols on all equipment. - Performs routine scheduled exams in a timely fashion...