To perform various duties related to nuclear stress testing. Performs patient care functions related to perfusion imaging and stress testing.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform functional and/or perfusion rest and stress cardiac studies, including processing images for physician to review.
• Follow radiation safety policy and NRC/State guidelines for handling of radioactive pharmaceuticals, including but not limited to conducting daily surveys of hot lab, exam room, camera and personnel.
• Perform hot lab duties: ordering, receiving, administration and disposal of all radioactive materials in accordance with NRC and state rules and regulations.
• Perform random audits of NMTs image quality control and radiation safety.
• Place IV and heplock for patients in states where state law does not allow the CST/CCT to perform this function
• Call patients with appropriate instructions and answer any question, obtain appropriate consents prior to testing.
• Perform imaging procedures in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Modify techniques as appropriate to patient conditions and situations so that optimum results are achieved.
• Process clinical studies in a timely fashion for prompt results reporting. Notify physicians of abnormal test results for appropriate follow-up.
• Assist in all aspects of stress testing. Monitor patient response to exercise and pharmacologic stress and provide emergency care when indicated. Monitor patients post-stress testing and advise appropriate staff of patient problems.
• Trouble shoots and maintains equipment as required including appropriate calibration to ensure high quality.
• Performs equipment downloads following proper office procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Accurately documents patient care for medical records.
• Perform other duties as needed and required to improve quality and patient satisfaction.