Shift: Hourly on call, Days, Rotating weekend, with Call rotation

Reporting to the Director of Radiology/Imaging with accountability to the team facilitator and the team, performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures; monitors patient's condition; maintains department equipment and supplies.



1. Performs diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures assigned by the team facilitator, operates nuclear medicine units.



2. Explains examination procedures to patient and provides necessary instructions.



3. Assists patients from wheelchairs and stretchers on and off the imaging table. Positions patients for examination and applies immobilization devices and compression bands, as needed.



4. Frequently monitors patient's condition in the Nuclear Medicine area; reports any critical change in the patient's condition to the Radiologist or department nurse.



5. Administers correct radioisotope to the patient with the proper dosage according to department policy and procedure. Accurately documents the dosage on dose sheet in compliance with IEMA regulations.



6. Retrieves medications that are not controlled substances.



7. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and care for all age groups of patients (neonatal through geriatric) patients; implements assessment/treatment/care based on the developmental stages of the patient. Involves family/guardian in plan of care and conducts patient and family education, as appropriate, considering the developmental needs of the patient.



8. Labels images with patient's medical record number, date, and last name; verifies patient's scan with radiologist regarding proper imaging record.



9. Participates in departmental Quality Improvement activities.



10. Maintains equipment and accessories; cleans when needed; reports all broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor.



11. Maintains adequate levels of supplies; stocks area with supplies and orders additional supplies, as needed; orders cleaning service for area, as needed.



12. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth by attending Continuing Education classes, seminars, and by reading professional journal



13. Performs on-call duties according to scheduled rotation.



14. Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

1. Graduate of an accredited Nuclear Medicine program; thorough knowledge of radioisotopes.

2. Current registration by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

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3. Current Illinois Emergency Management Agency license (IEMA) .

4. Knowledge of and/or experience in the correct use of body mechanics.

5. Current CPR certification from American Heart Association.

6. The interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with patients who may be anxious or confused and to interact with physicians and other hospital staff.

7. The analytical ability to determine proper patient positioning and to determine the correct radioisotope and quantity to administer to patient.

8. The communication skills necessary to inform patients regarding examination procedures.

9. The ability to use a computer to perform the representative functions of the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Moderate physical effort. Requires continuous standing or sitting. May require frequent lifting or moving of average weight material and occasionally lifting or moving heavy weight material in difficult work positions.

2. Flow of work and character of duties involves concentrated attention much or all of the time along with manual coordination.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

1. Conditions are acceptable. At least one disagreeable element or hazard, i.e. risk of exposure to radiation, is frequently present in the environment and there is occasional exposure to infectious diseases.

About Us

Serving Chicago's northwest suburbs since 1959, we are an independent, not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to providing outstanding care in the communities we call home. Our comprehensive, patient-centered system of care has dozens of locations throughout the area.

Our award-winning care has been recognized on a national level. Some of our top awards include:

• America's 250 Best Hospitals™ Award recipient for three years in a row from Healthgrades®
• Magnet® designation for nursing excellence, received consecutively since 2006
• The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval and Comprehensive Stroke Center designation

Our team includes:

• 4,000 employees
• 1,200 physicians on staff
• 200 primary are and specialty physicians

Annually, we treat an average of 20,000 inpatients and provide:

• 350,000 outpatient visits
• 76,000 emergency department visits
• 38,000 home care visits
• 2,700 newborn deliveries

A growing healthcare system

Over the years, we have continued to grow to meet the area's changing needs. Today, we're a world-class healthcare provider that combines compassionate care with a healing environment, cutting-edge clinical expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• A 509-bed hospital, including the South Pavilion with 200 private rooms
• The William J. and Marian H. Busse Center for Specialty Medicine, an eight-floor facility housing physician offices, medical specialty services and advanced diagnostic technology
• A Level III NICU, Level II Trauma Center and a dedicated pediatric emergency department
• Five Immediate Care Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
• 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
• Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advanc emergency department
• Five Immediate Care Centers, in Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine and Schaumburg
• 23 physician offices in Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Kildeer, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Rolling Meadows and Schaumburg
• Nine outpatient imaging locations that provide advanced imaging technology, including MRI, CT, ultrasound, X-ray and 3D mammography
• 13 clinical laboratory sites in seven suburbs and at the hospital
• 33-bed acute inpatient rehabilitation unit and seven outpatient rehabilitation centers
• The Wellness Center, a premier health and fitness center and spa on the NCH campus
• A full-service, retail pharmacy on the hospital campus