Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - $3,360 per week

Tact Staff is seeking a travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist for a travel job in Lincoln, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Nuclear Medicine Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: 12/09/2024 Duration: 13 weeks 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Travel GENERAL SUMMARY: The Nuclear Medicine Technologist performs all types of Nuclear Medicine procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician. Utilizes radiopharmaceuticals and imaging procedures to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patient medical problems for patients throughout the age continuum. PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values. 2. Performs radionuclide procedures under the authorization of a physician with a Radioactive Materials License issued by the Nebraska Health and Human Services Department of Radiological Health. 3. Prepares radiopharmaceuticals for administration by injection, ingestion, and inhalation; applies EKG patches and cables. 4. Observes all regulations for control of radiation and practices radiation safety procedures; performs venipuncture. 5. Assists Radiologist in the therapeutic use of radioisotopes under prescribed safety conditions as applicable. 6. Competently operates all nuclear medicine equipment and support systems to include HIS, RIS, scheduling system and PACS; performs and evaluates images for technical quality. 7. Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents patient care and procedures in accordance with established nuclear medicine standards and guidelines. 8. Maintains accurate records of isotopes used. 9. Completes quality control on scanning equipment; maintains a safe working environment. 10. Utilizes department computer systems, files and PACS to review patient history and provide accurate documentation of studies. 11. Properly cares for and images patients of all ages; maintains patient confidentiality. 12. Coordinates inpatient/outpatient exams within the department and with other departments to provide expedient and complete care; communicates with medical staff, coworkers, patients, families and other hospital staff to assure quality patient care. 13. Handles telephone calls for scheduling, coordination, and questions with courtesy and accuracy. 14. Participates in the department’s quality improvement plan as required. 15. Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment as necessary; notifies supervisor of equipment problems and calls appropriate service vendors as needed. 16. Keeps work area properly supplied. 17. Accesses and administers drugs and biologicals that are pertinent to essential job functions in accordance with Medical Center procedures. 18. Utilizes AIDET communication and provides patient education to inform patient about procedure to minimize patient anxiety. 19. Advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education in-services, reading periodicals/literature and seeking ongoing development opportunities; attends departmental, educational and hospital committee meetings as required. 20. Assists with departmental orientation and student clinical education as directed 21. Cross-trains into other areas of noninvasive CVS such as the role of the treadmill tech during exercise stress testing and assistance with bubble studies in echocardiography. 22. Transports patient and/or equipment alone or with assistance in bed, wheeled cart, or wheelchair to designated area. 23. Maintains a safe work environment. 24. Attends staff meetings as required. 25. Performs other related duties as assigned. (Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “”. Refer to the Job Description Guide for the definition of essential and non-essential job functions.) Attach Addendum for positions with slightly different roles or work-specific differences as needed. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: 1. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions. 2. Knowledge of the principal functions of nuclear medicine including radiation safety procedures. 3. Knowledge of the clinical applications of nuclear medicine. 4. Skill in operating nuclear medicine equipment, cameras, PACS, and other related systems. 5. Ability to react and perform work effectively under stressful and emergent situations. 6. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. 7. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 8. Ability to effectively interact with patients, family, staff, and physicians. 9. Ability to care for diverse patient populations throughout the age continuum. 10. Ability to exercise courtesy and professionalism in the work environment. 11. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and patient safety. 12. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision. 13. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of patients and families in accordance with HIPPA regulations and hospital procedures. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Graduate from a nuclear medicine program or equivalency required. Current certification or certification within three (3) months of hire by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Nuclear Medicine required. OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.) Dress Code: Pants and Jackets are to be black. Tops can be black or red. You can wear a solid white, black or gray t-shirt under your scrub tops. Shoes should be modest in appearance, preferably a mostly solid color of black, white or grey. Tact Medical Staffing Job ID 497099. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - Nuclear Medicine About Tact Staff Our nurses choose Tact assignments because it provides the opportunity to take on new challenges in their careers while they travel across the United States and gain enriching experiences on a professional and personal level. Our dedicated team of staffing consultants will work with you and be your advocate as you choose to embark on new assignments. Our team is committed to providing our nurses and allied professionals with the most rewarding healthcare assignments and choices at primer healthcare institutions nationwide. Let us handle the details; you choose the job and location that are right for you. Be Adventurous, Make a Difference , Travel with Tact. Be Adventurous - Becoming a travel nurse or allied professional is not only a professional adventure, but a personal adventure as well. It is an opportunity to challenge yourself, to explore a new place, and try amazing food Make a Difference - Nurses and allied professionals make such a huge difference in so many lives. The care and compassion you show to your patients, does not go unnoticed. We know how important your jobs is, which is why we take our job as recruiters so seriously. Being able to place nurses and allied professionals in hospitals, where you are doing something as crucial as saving lives, is something we feel thankful to be able to do. Travel with Tact - From the moment we receive your resume we begin trying to build a relationship with you. We know the importance of becoming your friend, before becoming your recruiter. Building friendly, yet professional relationships allows us to discover what you truly want and don't want in a travel assignment.