Nuclear Med Tech

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health This position qualifies for a $12,500 sign on bonus. Follows guidelines as established by the ARRT, NMTCB, ODH, NRC, ACR, and ICANL. Performs clinical diagnostic nuclear medicine testing, including general studies, and the computer interactions associated with these studies according to established policy and procedure for interpretation and subsequent evaluation by attending physician. The technologist will be required to rotate between Springfield and Urbana Heart House facilities. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, performance improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Assists with departmental QA as assigned as per ODH rules. Performs Nuclear Medicine studies at Springfield and Urbana Heart House facilities. Determines appropriate isotope required. Administers isotope per department policy and records dosage. Obtains patient history and reviews patient condition. Travels between Springfield and Urbana Heart House facilities. Operates equipment in the prescribed manner by setting proper technique, collimation, and protocol. Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images. Completes all paperwork. Uses PACS to send images for interpretation and storage. Able to print images or burn CD on request. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas. Transports patients to and from work areas. Prepares and maintains scan room. Contacts service for major malfunctions. Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops. Keeps license and CEU's current. Attends department meetings as required. Follows rules and regulations pertaining to ODH QA program 3701:1-66, ODH radiation protection standards 3701:1-38, ODH licensing requirements 3701-72, standards for radioactive materials license 3701:39-02.1. Other duties assigned. Required: CNMT or ARRT Registered; Current Licensed Radiographer in the State of Ohio, CPR/BLS Required Minimum Education: Vocational / Technical Degree Specialty/Major: Radiology Experience: 6 months of Nuclear Medicine Technology preferred Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more Benefits offerings vary according to employment status Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days (United States of America) Department: Urbana Cardiology Ancillary - MHP Springfield Specialty Care All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at