Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor supervises personnel engaged in diagnostic laboratory testing. Performs assigned phases of nuclear research under the guidance of Director of Nuclear Medicine. Being a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor assists medical students with hands-on instruction and equipment training. Monitors inventory of radioisotopes. Additionally, Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine. The Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Nuclear Laboratory Technologist Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job Title: Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Department: Radiology
The scope of the practice of the
nuclear medicine technologist includes but is not limited to the following
areas and responsibilities:
Patientcare: requires the exercise of judgement to
assess and respond to the patients need prior to, during, and after procedures
in the nuclear medicine department. Performs patient assessment and screening
within scope of practice. Uses a variety of imaging equipment and understands
the capabilities and limitations of each piece of equipment. Uses the image
archiving system and maintains an expertise in data and image transfer.
Interacts appropriately with patients and all care providers.
Quality
Control: Requires the
evaluation and maintenance of a quality control program for all instrumentation
to ensure its proper performance and stability. Cleans, disinfects, and
inspects equipment.
Diagnostic
procedures:
requires the utilization of appropriate techniques to ensure quality diagnostic
images and/or laboratory results.
Radiopharmaceuticals: Involves the procurement and
preparation, quality control, dose calibration, identification, documentation,
administration, disposal, storage, and safe handling of radioactive material.
Radiation
Safety: Educates the
public with the practicing techniques that will minimize radiation
exposure to the patient, general public and health care personnel
consistent.
Nuclear
Regulatory Committee:
Able to correspond respectfully. Provides diagnostic aid to physicians by
conducting organ or body scans to patients. Records and administers
isotope dosages in accordance with established departmental protocol.
Observes patients during procedures and reports any abnormal activity.
Follows IAC accreditation guidelines and procedures.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must posses an
American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (AART) or a Nuclear Medicine
Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) NMT certification.
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