Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Registry - Louis A Weiss Memorial Medical Center, LLC

Weiss Memorial Hospital has been serving Chicago’s North Side and surrounding communities providing excellent health care services for over 60 years. We are a 236-bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility providing a full range of health care services to meet the needs of our diverse community. We have grown to better serve our community to include more than 450 doctors representing 42 medical specialties and more than 800 employees, all committed to providing you with personalized care. We are looking for exceptional people who share our mission and values to join our team!

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for performing Nuclear Medicine diagnostic services daily, according to protocols established by the Director. Obtains images of highest quality under minimal direction and supervision.  Responsible for professional performance and decision making in accordance with the clinical, fiscal, and organizational objectives of the department and hospital.

 PRIMARY JOB QUALIFICATIONS

1. Completion of an Allied Health Education and an AMA approved program in Radiology.
2. Current ARRT certification or NMTCB, and IEMA licensure (or Registry eligible with certification within one year of hire)
3. Prefer one-year Nuclear Medicine experience, or related work scope
4. CPR certification - REQUIRED 
5. Excellent interpersonal communication skills
6. Ability to handle information in a sensitive and tactful manner   

PRIMARY JOB DUTIES (* denotes “essential function”)

1. Demonstrates the WSMC Customer Service Values, which are key in providing quality service to patients and customers. *
2. Positions, immobilizes, and performs patient studies according to the established “protocol” set by the Radiologist and as requested by referring physicians. *
3. Formulates appropriate questions for determining history and process for quality outcome.  Makes judgments based on data collected.  Uses data gained through assessment and collaboration with the health care team to develop a plan of care for each individual patient. Evaluates scan results for consistent technical quality by visually analyzing the finished hard copy radiograph or digital information. *
4. Prepares examination rooms according to department specific guidelines.  Ensures adequate supplies and equipment for function of work area.  Initiates work and supply orders. *
5. Assists to schedules patients and provides age-appropriate explanation of procedures-preparation.  Documents data on appropriate forms and enters information into the computer. *
6. Ensures the safety of patients, co-workers, and property, including the safekeeping and maintenance of confidential information.  Participates in related annual reviews. *
7. Demonstrates responsibility for own professional practice and growth by ensuring clinical knowledge base and skills are maintained and enhanced.  Supports and maintains current knowledge of organizational and unit policies and procedures. *
8. Actively participates in QA & I process. *

Weiss Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.