at Mercy Health Corporation (Mercyhealth) in Rockford, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Overview
Use radioactive materials to diagnose and treat diseases under the supervision of a physician. Prepare and administer radiopharmaceutical, and use imaging devices to record the distribution within a patient's body.
New grads welcome to apply
Monday-Friday, 7:00a-3:30p
No weeknight call
Rotating call with 1 Saturday a month
$10,000 Sign on Bonus
Located in Rockford, IL
Mercyhealth is committed to offering our partners a best place to work and continually evaluates new programs and benefits. We have been recognized locally, regionally and nationally for helping our workers achieve a work/life balance through benefit offerings and innovative programs. Our unique workplace Culture of Excellence is built upon:
Employee engagement, empowerment and growth
Teamwork toward our common goal - providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better
An atmosphere of caring and quality that cascades throughout the organization
Responsibilities
Performs Nuclear Medicine procedures and related techniques to produce diagnostic images for physician interpretation.
Prepares patients for procedures insuring patient's meets requirements.
Provides instruction to obtain desired results, gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
Applies principles of Nuclear Medicine safety to minimize risk to patient, self and others.
Operates nuclear medicine equipment and other associated equipment to achieve desired results.
Positions the patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability, safety and comfort. Immobilizes patients as required for appropriate examination.
Selects appropriate parameters with consideration given to established protocols and other factors influencing data acquisition parameters.
Performs venipuncture, starts and maintains venous access. Prepares and administers radioactive isotopes, insuring that the correct isotope and dose is used.
Verifies medication reconciliation.
Evaluates images and data for technical quality.
Manipulates and processes digital data for display, ensuring proper identification is evident.
Uses radiology information systems including PACS, completes all required records and reports, archives and submits images for physician review and interpretation.
Utilizes appropriate scripting, barriers, and patient identifiers.
Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:
Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.
Education and Experience
Graduate of an accredited nuclear medicine program
Certification and Licensure
CNMT or ARRT(N) required at hire or within one year of hire
IEMA-DNS Nuclear Medicine accreditation required if working in Illinois
Approved CPR or BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Skills and Abilities
Takes call as needed
Special Physical Demands
The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Function of the position with or without accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth... For full info follow application link.
EOE&AA/M/F/Vet/Disabled. Mercy is an equal employment opportunity employer functioning under Affirmative Action Plans.