Nuclear Medicine Technologist, Registry

Company: West Suburban Medical Center
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Why Us For over 100 years, West Suburban Medical Center has supported generations of families in the Oak Park and surrounding areas. Our kind, caring hospital staff have a passion to heal and make a difference in our community. We understand that our employees are the heart of our facility. If you are looking for a family atmosphere, a company committed to professional growth and a culture that embraces our five core values of Quality. Innovation. Service. Integrity. Transparency. We offer a competitive benefits package including competitive salary, 401(k) savings plan, medical/dental/vision/life insurance, paid time-off program, Tuition reimbursement, etc. Job Summary Responsible for performing Nuclear Medicine diagnostic services on a daily basis, 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. Job Duties -- Positions, immobilizes and performs patient studies according to the established ---protocol--- set by the Radiologist and as requested by referring physicians. -- 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. -- Prepares examination rooms according to department specific guidelines. Ensures adequate supplies and equipment for function of work area. Initiates work and supply orders. -- Assists to schedules patients and provides age-appropriate explanation of procedures-preparation. Documents data on appropriate forms and enters information into the computer. -- Ensures the safety of patients, co-workers and property, including the safekeeping and maintenance of confidential information. Participates in related annual reviews. -- 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. Job Qualification -- Completion of an Allied Health Education and an AMA approved program in Radiology. -- Current ARRT certification or NMTCB. -- Prefer one-year Nuclear Medicine experience, or related work scope -- CPR certification -- Excellent interpersonal communication skills -- Ability to handle information in a sensitive and tactful manner West Suburban Medical Center and Pipeline Health Network 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training Job Types: Part-time, PRN Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Radiology Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Night shift On call Weekend availability

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