Athens, Texas
Woodland Hills, California
Posted: 21-Oct-24
Location: Altamonte Springs, Florida
Salary: Open
Categories:
Internal Number: 24033487
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
· Debt-free Education* (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s 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: VARIBLE
The community you’ll be caring for:
• Located north of Orlando in the community of Altamonte Springs, our facility is consistently named “Best Hospital” for overall quality, reputation, doctors and nurses by local residents
• As the largest satellite campus within the AdventHealth system, AdventHealth Altamonte has been providing state-of-the-art healthcare to the community since 1973
• The 398-bed hospital cares for more than 168,000 patients a year. We are proud to be revolutionizing health care with visionary leadership and world-class resources.
The role you’ll contribute:
Nuclear Medicine Technologist will be responsible for performing Radiographic Imaging procedures independently.
Handles, prepares, calculates dosage and administers radionuclides and interventional medications under the direction of a
radiologist or cardiologist. Maintains records in accordance with departmental and state requirements. Assists the
radiation safety officer as needed. Responsible for patient transportation to imaging room. Will position patient
appropriately to obtain quality diagnostic images that are delivered to radiologist for interpretation via PACS system by
technologist. Responsible to assist Radiologist for any required procedure. Will perform clerical duties and assist in
radiology department as needed. Performs basic patient care within scope of practice and to departmental standards.
Responsibility to adhere to the Corporate Compliance plan, to the rules and regulations of all local, state, and federal
agencies, and to the standards of all accrediting bodies.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
· Identifies patients by using AdventHealth's approved guidelines to confirm patient/exam accuracy before continuing with patient examination. Reviews and ensures 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. [Exam Supervision and Administration]
- Ensuring that equipment has met all quality control requirements and working with a minimum of supervision, performs patient examination utilizing age-specific care techniques (see competencies) in a safe and responsible manner, and evaluates image quality to insure good technical and diagnostic detail. [Image Quality and Documentation]
- Presents completed exam and any patient historical data to radiologist/cardiologist for review. Assists 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. [Personal Productivity and Accountability]
- Performs a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing in assigned area. Learns and adapts to new technology and helps develop the knowledge and competency of coworkers and students. [Clinical Competence]
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
Minimum qualifications:
· Current valid State of Florida license as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
· Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - CMNT OR
· ARRT-N (American Registration of Radiologic Technologists)
· Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Preferred qualifications:
· Associate’s degree or higher in health science related field
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.