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Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Mt. Vernon

at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Job Summary: Performs therapeutic and diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures providing quality images to radiologists and physicians for interpretation. Job Responsibilities and Requirements: PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Maintains and operates cameras that detect and map radioactive drugs in a patient's body to create diagnostic images. Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical factors accurately. Orders, prepares, administers, and disposes of radiopharmaceuticals according to established protocols. Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines. Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history). Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate. Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department. Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Performs other duties as assigned.
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Job Posting: 11581644

Posted On: Jan 09, 2024

Updated On: Jul 18, 2024

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