Registered Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Berkshire Health Systems
Pittsfield, MA 01201
About the Job
Definition/Primary Function
- Performs a wide variety of technical Nuclear Medicine procedures, requiring independent judgment and ingenuity.
- Requires initiative to apply appropriate Nuclear Medicine skills to facilitate a diagnosis.
- May be assigned independent responsibilities by Lead Technologist, Administrative Director, or Operations Manager.
- Proper care of the client in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures is required.
- May be responsible for assigned areas to assume responsibilities of supervision or instruction to Nuclear Medicine personnel as determined by Operations Manager or Lead Technologist.
- Practices infection control and body substance isolation in clinical practice in compliance with departmental and hospital policies and OSHA standards.
- Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
- Demonstrates proper operation of PACS, HIS, and RIS computer systems.
- Demonstrates ability to operate and troubleshoot CR, DR, and PACS applications.
- Attends annual mandatory education to include blood-borne pathogens, infection control, and body substance isolation.
- Maintains department competencies as required.
Position Qualifications (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.)
Experience:
- Minimum of Student Training.
Education and Training:
- Must have completed formal AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Program.
License, Certification & Registration:
- MALIC - Massachusetts Radiology License
- ARRT(N)/NMTCB - Association of Registered Radiology Technology or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist
- CPR certification required.
Other Requirements:
- Ability to function independently and proficiently in a high-stress, work-intensive environment.
- Attendance at all mandatory education is required.
PI251897589
Source : Berkshire Health Systems