What are the responsibilities and job description for the NUCLEAR MED TECHNOLOGIST PRN position at AdventHealth Zephyrhills and Dade City?
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family :
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you :
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule : PRN
Shift : Days
Location : 13100 Fort King Rd, Dade City, FL 33525
The community youll be caring for : AdventHealth Dade City
Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI & Resuscitation (American College of Cardiology)
Close proximity to many of Floridas finest beaches
An abundance of family attractions (Orlando & Tampa theme parks)
The role youll contribute :
Under supervision, the Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs a variety of technical procedures in the utilization of radionuclides for the diagnosis and treatment of disease in humans. Assumes a variety of responsibilities that will require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative. Authorized and delivers quality care to patients ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value youll bring to the team :
Utilizes two patient identifiers to confirm patient / exam accuracy before continuing with patient examination. Reviews & assures physician request meets clinically valid exam indicator requirements. Prepares appropriate radionuclide for procedure, explains procedure to patient, and aseptically administers radionuclide using universal BSI principles.
Assuring that equipment has met all quality control requirements and working with a minimum of supervision, performs patient examination utilizing age specific care techniques in a safe and responsible manner, and evaluates image quality to insure good technical and diagnostic detail.
Presents completed exam and any patient historical data to radiologist / cardiologist for review. Assisting with image manipulation or additional imaging as requested. Assists patient with dressing, answering any questions the patient may have regarding their exam and expectations of results, and releases patient with directions to exit the hospital if needed.
Is able to perform a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing in assigned area.
Maintains room in ready status by keeping room neat, supplies well stocked, and equipment prepared for next patient. Initiates and documents work order requests for any equipment that is not functioning properly
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences youll need to succeed :
Associates of Science in Nuclear Medicine Sciences
State of Florida Nuclear Medicine Technologist License
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - CNMT
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category : Radiology / Imaging
Organization : AdventHealth Zephyrhills and Dade City
Schedule : Per Diem
Shift : 1 - Day
Req ID : 24021875
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability / handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
