Nuclear Medicine Technologist 2

SUMMARY: Under the general supervision of the Manager, Medical Imaging, performs the routine clinical studies and the daily supportive work necessary to facilitate Nuclear Medicine patient studies and assists the Radiology physicians or Nuclear Cardiologists in the daily operations of the Nuclear Medicine Program. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the age specific needs of the adult and geriatric patient and adapt their care to the physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs.

Fosters patient and family centered care and nursing services in accordance with the Brown University Health and The Miriam Hospital’s mission, vision, values, with consideration of the life span, including all developmental stages as well as cultural patterns. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another.

In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Schedules and performs patient studies and analysis as outlined in the department procedure manual with any special instructions from the Nuclear Medicine Manager, Radiology Physicians or Nuclear Cardiologists.Can operate and navigate all pertinent IS software related to job functions such as MAK, Syngo, PACS, Lifelinks, etc.Proficiently operates all gamma cameras, uptake units, dose calibrator, well counter, survey meters, RIS computers, acquisition and processing workstations, xenon delivery system, EKG machines, imager and all other equipment pertinent to the job.Processes images and inputs required information in PACS system.

Verifies images in PACS system for radiologist review. Properly bills patients for supplies. Ensures that the correct codes and the correct number of codes are applied to the patient’s account. Performs daily quality assurance on imaging and monitoring instruments according to department procedures. Notifies Nuclear Medicine Manager of any irregularities.Performs daily wipe tests on incoming radiopharmaceuticals; unpacks and logs incoming packages according to department procedures; prepares radiopharmaceutical kits for patient studies.Dispenses, calibrates and administers radioactive dosages while maintaining accurate records of clinical radiopharmaceutical acquisition usage.

Orders daily radiopharmaceuticals. Practices good radiation safety as prescribed in Radiation Safety Manual.Performs proper disposal of decayed radioactive material and keeps accurate records as to its destination and activity.May be responsible for: informing Service Representative of equipment problems and following up on repairs, ordering department supplies, performing mandatory camera quality control tests, including but not limited to C.O.R., uniformity, resolution and sensitivity floods at their proper time intervals established by the department, assisting with department accreditation process.May perform quarterly linearity tests on the dose calibrator and other state-required tests.Performs weekly department area wipe tests.Transports patients to and from the department, as needed.Performs housekeeping duties in hot lab, procedure rooms and injection rooms, as needed.May be responsible for training new staff and students.

Performs other related duties appropriate to the department's goals, as assigned by the Nuclear Medicine Manager as well as maintaining established hospital/department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control. Maintains level of knowledge of and expertise in the professional disciplines and educational methodologies by continuing professional development and participating in