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At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Health's four hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties. Job Summary Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation. Responsibilities
Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation, including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma detectors and apparatus for in vitro counting. Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data, including results of patient studies and radioactive decay. Evaluate recorded images for technical quality. Process computerized image data, including function curves and reconstructed SPECT images. Assist in patient care for individuals of all ages during examinations, including initiating life support measures if necessary. Maintain inventory of supplies in the assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities; maintain orders and records including brachytherapy procedures and disposal of all radioactive material in the department. Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging staff; assist in training new employees. Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination; perform EKG prep and tracing. Assist in development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques; consult with physicians regarding applications of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques. Administer thyroid therapy to patients, ensure decay of pharmaceutical and calculate correct dosage; observe patient dosage under direct supervision of radiologist. Assist in quality assurance related to calibration and maintenance of equipment. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Additional Information
DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to use office-related computer software Possess knowledge of radiation protection and safety General computer knowledge IV placement and management skills Level Characteristics
Level I must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of employment. Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist. Level III A minimum of four years' experience within the specialty modality in which promotion is sought. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification. Experience: None required beyond above education/certification requirements. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
ARRT (N) certification and/or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment. BLS certification. Equal Opportunity and Inclusion
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individualu2019s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Health's four hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties. Job Summary Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation. Responsibilities
Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation, including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma detectors and apparatus for in vitro counting. Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data, including results of patient studies and radioactive decay. Evaluate recorded images for technical quality. Process computerized image data, including function curves and reconstructed SPECT images. Assist in patient care for individuals of all ages during examinations, including initiating life support measures if necessary. Maintain inventory of supplies in the assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities; maintain orders and records including brachytherapy procedures and disposal of all radioactive material in the department. Provide instruction and technical guidance to radiologic technology students or other advanced imaging staff; assist in training new employees. Monitor Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination; perform EKG prep and tracing. Assist in development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques; consult with physicians regarding applications of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques. Administer thyroid therapy to patients, ensure decay of pharmaceutical and calculate correct dosage; observe patient dosage under direct supervision of radiologist. Assist in quality assurance related to calibration and maintenance of equipment. Assist with education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein. Additional Information
DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to use office-related computer software Possess knowledge of radiation protection and safety General computer knowledge IV placement and management skills Level Characteristics
Level I must obtain ARRT or NMCTB certification within 18 months of employment. Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine technologist. Level III A minimum of four years' experience within the specialty modality in which promotion is sought. Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification. Experience: None required beyond above education/certification requirements. Degrees, Licensures, Certifications
ARRT (N) certification and/or NMTCB certification within 18 months of employment. BLS certification. Equal Opportunity and Inclusion
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individualu2019s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department. #J-18808-Ljbffr