Wellstar Health System
Nuclear Med Tech Reg, FT Days
Wellstar Health System, Marietta, Georgia, United States, 30064
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Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Work Hours: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Job Summary The Nuclear Medicine technologist assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care to patients by performing all exams provided by the department per department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. They are responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist can independently perform job functions, set up the equipment to provide imaging service, and position patients for the procedure.
Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Patient Care
Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
Follows established procedures for the administration of radiopharmaceuticals so that no patient condition deteriorates and no patient suffers undue pain due to error or poor technique.
Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left markers are utilized appropriately.
Reviews images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
Responds to emergency situations and provides for restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment.
Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
Ensures patient privacy and comfort, maintains patient dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
Follows physician’s instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
Uses critical‑thinking skills.
Engages in dialog with patient/family, asks clarifying questions, seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
Understands, demonstrates and documents pre‑procedural verification and “time out” process when appropriate.
Preps patient for the procedure and demonstrates sterile technique.
Maintains competency with venipuncture.
Equipment
Adjusts technique to provide the best study possible and maintain image quality.
Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider to correct promptly.
Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
Education and Communications
Explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting, using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, Thank).
Addresses patient questions, concerns or contraindications, notifying physician when necessary.
Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
Documents clearly and concisely using precise terminology.
Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
Completes mandatory departmental and hospital‑wide education without prompting.
Quality Control
Consistently produces acceptable images, as evidenced by radiologist feedback and quality audits.
Ensures equipment is fully operational prior to each use by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies.
Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion, prints CDs as needed.
Prints completed log from teleradiography and submits to radiologist, if applicable.
Operations
Restocks linens and supplies, maintains NM department in clean and orderly condition.
Transports patients, positions and helps them on and off the procedure table.
Performs patient charging activities on the day of service.
Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
Lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed.
Performs routine clerical and support duties when warranted.
Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities, ensuring prompt notification of problems.
Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co‑workers.
Operates NM equipment within the department and maintains Joint Commission standards and other regulatory agency standards.
Performs any other duties as assigned and takes call when necessary.
Required Minimum Education Graduate of an approved AMA Nuclear Medicine Program.
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
ARRT Nuclear Technology or Certified Nuclear Med Tech
Basic Life Support (BLS) – Instructor
Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year experience in a clinical setting caring for patients (may include clinical rotations).
Preferred Minimum 1 year NM experience.
Required Minimum Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff, and nursing staff.
Independent and team‑orientated performance under pressure.
Customer‑service orientation at all times.
Ability to function effectively in a stressful, fast‑paced environment.
Strong prioritization, detail orientation, and multitasking ability throughout the work shift.
Compliance with all hospital policies and established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and professional standards.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care
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Work Shift Day (United States of America)
Work Hours: 9:30am - 6:00pm
Job Summary The Nuclear Medicine technologist assists with providing safe, age‑appropriate care to patients by performing all exams provided by the department per department procedures. The technologist has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study. They are responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of the equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. The technologist can independently perform job functions, set up the equipment to provide imaging service, and position patients for the procedure.
Core Responsibilities And Essential Functions Patient Care
Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
Follows established procedures for the administration of radiopharmaceuticals so that no patient condition deteriorates and no patient suffers undue pain due to error or poor technique.
Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and right and left markers are utilized appropriately.
Reviews images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
Responds to emergency situations and provides for restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life support equipment.
Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no patient condition deteriorates.
Verifies correct identity of patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure per hospital policy and procedure.
Ensures patient privacy and comfort, maintains patient dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
Organizes schedule, time and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within designated time frames.
Follows physician’s instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
Uses critical‑thinking skills.
Engages in dialog with patient/family, asks clarifying questions, seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
Understands, demonstrates and documents pre‑procedural verification and “time out” process when appropriate.
Preps patient for the procedure and demonstrates sterile technique.
Maintains competency with venipuncture.
Equipment
Adjusts technique to provide the best study possible and maintain image quality.
Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider to correct promptly.
Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.
Education and Communications
Explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting, using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, Thank).
Addresses patient questions, concerns or contraindications, notifying physician when necessary.
Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
Documents clearly and concisely using precise terminology.
Reads email each day scheduled to work and follows through with assignment.
Completes mandatory departmental and hospital‑wide education without prompting.
Quality Control
Consistently produces acceptable images, as evidenced by radiologist feedback and quality audits.
Ensures equipment is fully operational prior to each use by checking for proper calibration and operating deficiencies.
Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion, prints CDs as needed.
Prints completed log from teleradiography and submits to radiologist, if applicable.
Operations
Restocks linens and supplies, maintains NM department in clean and orderly condition.
Transports patients, positions and helps them on and off the procedure table.
Performs patient charging activities on the day of service.
Applies supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
Lends knowledge and assistance to others upon request as needed.
Performs routine clerical and support duties when warranted.
Keeps supervisor informed on all responsibilities, ensuring prompt notification of problems.
Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co‑workers.
Operates NM equipment within the department and maintains Joint Commission standards and other regulatory agency standards.
Performs any other duties as assigned and takes call when necessary.
Required Minimum Education Graduate of an approved AMA Nuclear Medicine Program.
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
ARRT Nuclear Technology or Certified Nuclear Med Tech
Basic Life Support (BLS) – Instructor
Required Minimum Experience Minimum 1 year experience in a clinical setting caring for patients (may include clinical rotations).
Preferred Minimum 1 year NM experience.
Required Minimum Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff, and nursing staff.
Independent and team‑orientated performance under pressure.
Customer‑service orientation at all times.
Ability to function effectively in a stressful, fast‑paced environment.
Strong prioritization, detail orientation, and multitasking ability throughout the work shift.
Compliance with all hospital policies and established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and professional standards.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Health Care Provider – Hospitals and Health Care
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