Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $2,371 per week

Company: Atrium Health - 10628 Park Rd.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: November 5, 2024

Job Description:

• Job Details
• The Nuclear Medicine /Radiologic Technologist participates in activities which assures quality patient care.
• Perform radiographic exams that utilize ionizing radiation while providing protection for all patients using ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles, as well as supervising staff technologists in the correct use of radiation producing equipment.
• Perform invasive procedures and exams requiring the use of contrast agents, both oral and intravenous injection (venipuncture), under the direct supervision of a radiologist, as well as supervising staff technologists in the correct performance of these duties.
• Participates in performance improvement activities in the Radiology Department
• Participates in continuous quality improvement activities within the hospital or in the Radiology Department
• Adheres to principles of infection control in performing direct patient care
• Performs safety/control checks on department equipment as per department standards
• Demonstrates proper application of medication administration principles
• Provides protection of the patient via proper lead shielding, confidentiality, railing etc.
• Wears radiation film badge all the time while in work status
• Explains procedures to patients and ensures that the proper consent forms are signed
• Provides age-appropriate care, as evidenced by completion of age-specific competency checklist.
  • Job Requirements
  • Must possess ability to work effectively in a team environment or independently.
    • Additional Details
    • Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, has a commitment to customer service.
    • Communicates effectively with all applicable customers and age groups.

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