Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech/Clinical Coordinator - $15K sign-on bonus and new higher rates for 2024
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Position: Lead Nuclear Medicine Tech/Clinical Coordinator
Department: Nuclear Medicine
Schedule: Full Time
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the Manager of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging, the Lead Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging Technologist/Clinical Coordinator provides technical, educational, and administrative leadership for the Department of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging. Primary duties include providing education and training to student technologists, auditing and evaluating clinical competence, tracking CEU classes for the Nuclear Medicine technologists, ensuring that all staff are properly licensed, and coordinating daily operations. Will also act as a liaison with the affiliated college programs.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:
- In accordance with the Society of Nuclear Medicine (SNM) Scope of Practices, the Medical Center’s policies and procedures, and under the direction and guidance of the physicians and management staff of the department, the Clinical Coordinator/Lead Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging:
- Performs the role of the Clinical Coordinator for Nuclear Medicine Technology Students by establishing the schedule rotation, rules and hours to be worked, and competency goals for the rotation.
- Responsible for evaluating students by providing frequent feedback and reviewing all evaluations with students.
- Trains and mentors student technologists; teaches students department protocols, IV placement, and performs student evaluations.
- Assists the Manager of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging in creating, editing, and maintaining competencies.
- Ensures compliance with required licensure and certifications.
- Responsible for running the weekly Nuclear Medicine Non-dictated list in RIS.
- Maintains the Nuclear Medicine Information System with the Technical Supervisor.
- Maintains and creates new acquisition, processing, and reading workflows.
- Accurately performs payroll administration functions.
- Assists in coordinating and changing scheduling of patients and staff.
- Ensures proper usage of all required safety equipment.
- Demonstrates the ability to identify and resolve interpersonal or professional conflicts.
- Documents proficiency of technical staff through training in various areas.
- Ensures staff keeps current with all state and National Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
- Works with Manager of Nuclear Medicine to ensure optimal utilization of staff and facilities.
- Implements improvements/new programs as directed by the Manager.
- Responds to customer feedback by taking corrective action.
- Participates in developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures.
- Provides service and care to patients of all ages and ailments/conditions.
- Operates gamma cameras with sealed sources of radioactive material.
- Performs In-Vivo diagnostic testing involving radiopharmaceuticals.
- Collects samples for laboratory procedures and performs pertinent in-vitro diagnostic testing.
- Works within the nuclear pharmacy under the direction of the authorized Permit holder.
- Prepares patients for exams and ensures patient comfort.
- Completes procedures properly and in a timely fashion.
- Participates in intravenous (IV) line placement and maintains current licenses.
- Follows established hospital infection control and safety procedures.
- Maintains and adheres to managed care guidelines.
- Performs patient-focused customer service.
- Ensures all required documentation is properly completed for billing purposes.
- Works hours as regularly scheduled or according to operational needs.
- Follows all departmental established policies and procedures.
- Performs duties as required in all department areas.
- Maintains stock levels and monitors utilization of supplies.
- Other Duties: Performs other duties as needed.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION:
Requires a Bachelor’s of Science in a scientific field with a certificate in Nuclear Medicine Technology or an Associate's in Nuclear Medicine Technology with 2 years of experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:
- Current registration in Nuclear Medicine (NMTCB or ARRT (NM)) and at least one advanced certification.
- Current Massachusetts Radiologic Technologist License.
- NIH Human Subjects Protection in Research Certification.
Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or CPR required.
EXPERIENCE:
At least 3 years of experience in Molecular/Nuclear Imaging required.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and medical terminology.
- Working knowledge of Nuclear Medicine Information System (NMIS), Radiology Information Systems (RIS), and Hospital Information Systems (HIS).
- Ability to plan and accomplish goals.
- Must present a positive, team-oriented attitude.
- Ability to adhere to safety standards.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work cooperatively with healthcare delivery team members.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
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