Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (full-time)
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic quality imaging procedures for patient care population, and participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services. Promotes a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience
2 years of technical experience Preferred Qualifications
Associates degree Experience in pediatrics Education
Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) approved educational program Certification Summary
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Nuclear Medicine (N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Good communication skills Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills Job Responsibilities
Operates modality specific technical equipment related to patient care imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving, and computerized electronic medical records. Updates the electronic medical records through: Order Entry, Exam Scheduling, Exam Check-in, Begin and End Exams, Exam Verification, Exam Merging, and Image Rejection. Ensures accuracy of billing for radiology procedures. Provides radiologists and physicians with patient history relative to exam being performed and obtaining informed consent. Assists radiologists, as required, in the administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams. Collaborates with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel and all staff members to ensure a safe outcome for the patient. Participates in the department and modality specific quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation. Consistently demonstrates proficiency in performing radiologic examinations using appropriate standardized protocols to produce the highest quality images, evaluating images for technical quality prior to sending to picture archiving and communication system for interpretation by radiologists. Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including Neonate to Adult age groups, and includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient and family. Uses critical thinking principles in making decisions which lead to desired outcomes, while participating in the achievement of organizational and department goals by following hospital and departmental policies. Continually demonstrates service excellence behaviors. Attends and/or completes all system and department educational requirements which include mandatory CBTs and annual competencies. Maintains accurate records for state licensure and CLIA and is aware of all state regulations related to the provision of care. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address: 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family: Radiology Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Join to apply for the
Nuclear Medicine Technologist (full-time)
role at
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta . Note: If you are CURRENTLY employed at Children's and/or have an active badge or network access, STOP here. Submit your application via Workday using the Career App (Find Jobs). Work Shift: Day. Work Day(s): Monday-Friday. Shift Start Time: 8:00 AM. Shift End Time: 4:00 PM. Worker Sub-Type: Regular. Job Description
Performs diagnostic and/or therapeutic quality imaging procedures for patient care population, and participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Proactively supports efforts that ensure delivery of safe patient care and services. Promotes a safe environment at Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Experience
2 years of technical experience Preferred Qualifications
Associates degree Experience in pediatrics Education
Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) approved educational program Certification Summary
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) credential in Nuclear Medicine (N) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of employment Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Good communication skills Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills Job Responsibilities
Operates modality specific technical equipment related to patient care imaging, image processing, image transmission, image archiving, and computerized electronic medical records. Updates the electronic medical records through: Order Entry, Exam Scheduling, Exam Check-in, Begin and End Exams, Exam Verification, Exam Merging, and Image Rejection. Ensures accuracy of billing for radiology procedures. Provides radiologists and physicians with patient history relative to exam being performed and obtaining informed consent. Assists radiologists, as required, in the administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams. Collaborates with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel and all staff members to ensure a safe outcome for the patient. Participates in the department and modality specific quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation. Consistently demonstrates proficiency in performing radiologic examinations using appropriate standardized protocols to produce the highest quality images, evaluating images for technical quality prior to sending to picture archiving and communication system for interpretation by radiologists. Demonstrates competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines, including Neonate to Adult age groups, and includes family/caregiver in patient care and provides effective education appropriate for the learning needs of patient and family. Uses critical thinking principles in making decisions which lead to desired outcomes, while participating in the achievement of organizational and department goals by following hospital and departmental policies. Continually demonstrates service excellence behaviors. Attends and/or completes all system and department educational requirements which include mandatory CBTs and annual competencies. Maintains accurate records for state licensure and CLIA and is aware of all state regulations related to the provision of care. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law. Primary Location Address: 2220 North Druid Hills Road Job Family: Radiology Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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