Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Full Time, Days (10HR)

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Day - 10 Hour (United States of America)

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

Under medical supervision, performs all Nuclear Medicine procedures on patients of all ages utilizing various types of imaging equipment. Prepares diagnostic and therapeutic radiopharmaceuticals for administration following current radiation safety guidelines and assist in the administration of therapeutic doses. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist follows State and Federal guidelines for the safe use, receipt, and disposal of radioactive materials used in Nuclear Medicine. This position schedules studies in RIS & EPIC computer system using good judgment in prioritizing scheduling, and works with physicians in Nuclear Medicine to provide a safe and effective operation. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist may be responsible for specific areas of instruction in the training of Radiology students, House Staff and Residents in Nuclear Medicine procedures, protocols, equipment and safety issues. Participates in both clinical and research applications and research study development.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What you will do

Assists in instructing the Residents and other technologists.

Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients.

Cleans and organizes the section / unit on own initiative, maintains cleanliness and orderliness in assigned camera room.

Evaluates recorded images for technical quality.

Formulates radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrates instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction.

Monitors supplies and equipment to make necessary orders and helps develops new programs to comply with State and Federal Agencies.

Performs a full range of nuclear medicine prescribed imaging techniques and measurements used in medical diagnosis and evaluation.

Performs general work when able and helps schedules, work assignments, and staff technologists with section organization and development.

Prepares and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing, and disposal activities

Processes computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images and accurately transfer images to the Picture Archive Communication System (PACS)

Serves as a team leader with staff. Sets goals to move section to be a more effective unit.

Works with Lead Tech to have section / unit meet all ALARA (As Low As Reasonably achievable) Goals.

Demonstrates complete knowledge of radiation accidents and is capable of responding to a major accident

Education Qualifications

• Requirement met by License / Certification Requirement.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area

Knowledge of medical equipment, instruments, and related functionalities

Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine & PET-CT techniques, methods, and equipment

Knowledge of principles and procedures involved in the operation of radiologic equipment

Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to PET, Nuclear Medicine and CT

Knowledge of Nuclear Medicine & PET-CT quality control and quality assurance

Knowledge of structural and organic anatomy including cross-sectional anatomy

Knowledge of positioning patients for imaging procedures

Knowledge of the principles of image processing and reconstruction

Ability to perform required sequences of exacting procedures with accuracy and necessary speed

Ability to accurately measure extremely small quantities of liquid samples

Ability to perform standard diagnostic procedures using radioactive isotopes and to prepare reports

Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing

Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Ability to apply judgment and make informed decisions

Ability to demonstrate analytical and problem solving skills

Ability to work effectively as a team player

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with diverse groups, including individuals at all levels within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation

Strong oral and written communications skills

Excellent problem solving skills

Strong ability to handle multiple priorities, develop and deliver cost / time-effective solutions

Ability to work on multiple overlapping projects

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Licenses and Certifications

BLS - Basic Life Support

NMT-RHN - CA Nuclear Medicine Tech

And one of the following licenses : - ARRT-N - Certified as Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists- NMTCB Certified as Nuclear Medicine Technologist by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board- ARRT-CT American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography

These principles apply to ALL employees :

SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

Stanford Health Care sets a high standard for delivering value and an exceptional experience for our patients and families. Candidates for employment and existing employees must adopt and execute C-I-CARE standards for all of patients, families and towards each other. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford's patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions. Simply put, we do what it takes to enable and empower patients and families to focus on health, healing and recovery.

You will do this by executing against our three experience pillars, from the patient and family's perspective :

Know Me : Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care

Show Me the Way : Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health

Coordinate for Me : Own the complexity of my care through coordination

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and / or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale : Generally starting at $84.22 - $94.86 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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