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Posted: 02-Oct-24
Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: DUHDUHUS244627EXTERNALENUS
Duke Health Integrated Practice is an exceptional, multi-specialty physician practice encompassing 140 clinics across North Carolina. We attract and retain premier medical professionals with competitive compensation, benefits, and a nurturing work atmosphere that unites passion and purpose.
Learn more about us: https://dhip.dukehealth.org/about-us
JOB LOCATION
Duke Cardiology of Raleigh - 3320 Wake Forest Rd
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Part-Time Nuclear Medicine Technologist to coordinate and participate in a variety of technical tasks, tests and determinations involving the utilization of radioactive materials and measurement instrumentation.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Coordinate and participate in a variety of technical procedures to include in vivo and in vitro studies; operate radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including stationary imaging devices, scintillation gamma and apparatus for in vitro counting.
- Calibrate and draw up radiopharmaceutical materials for administration to patients; formulate radiopharmaceutical materials from pre-prepared kits. Calibrate instruments and review calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction. Calculate data to include results of patient studies and radioactive decay.
- Evaluate recorded images for technical quality.
- Process computerized image data to include function curves and reconstructed SPECT images.
- Explain the procedure to patients. Assume care for physical and psychological needs of patient of all ages during an examination, initiates life support measures for patient, if necessary.
- Performs IV, EKG prep, tracing
- Maintain daily, weekly, quarterly and annual quality control on nuclear imaging equipment and hot lab equipment. Maintain inventory of supplies in assigned area; prepare and maintain records concerning radiopharmaceutical receiving, dispensing and disposal activities. Maintain records of order, receipt and disposal of all radioactive material in the department.
- Monitor the Nuclear Medicine Department with portable survey meter for possible contamination.
- Insures decay of pharmaceutical and calculates for correct dosage in dose calibrator, observes patient dosage to insure proper dose is given under direct supervision of cardiologist
- Maintain the Nuclear Medicine Department to be in compliance with the ICANL accreditation standards, NC Department of Radiation Protection and JACHO standards.
- Assist in the development and evaluation of new procedures and techniques to meet the needs of specific protocols as required: consult with physician concerning the application of nuclear medicine procedures and techniques.
- Assist in quality assurance program relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment and quality improvement within the Nuclear Medicine Department. Conduct QA and Radiation Safety Committee meetings.
- Provide instruction and technical guidance in training new employees. Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, and fellows) as applicable.
JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Requires successful completion of an AMA approved Nuclear Medicine Technology training program.
Minimum of two years' experience as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist, with experience in Cardiology.
JOB HOURS
The schedule for this position is day shifts, Monday-Friday, with no weekends or holidays.
Some roles within our organization may encompass essential job functions requiring distinct physical and/or mental capabilities. Further details and accommodation requests will be addressed by individual hiring departments.
Duke Health Integrated Practice is dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment, fostering a diverse workforce without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
We aspire to build a community grounded in collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our shared achievements rely on a dynamic exchange of ideas, flourishing best when a multitude of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences thrive. Upholding these values is a collective responsibility within our community.
This job description aims to outline representative responsibilities for this title, not an exhaustive account of specific duties. Employees may be assigned job-related tasks beyond those explicitly outlined here.