Nuclear Med Tech, Registered

• 1. Performs a variety of radiographic procedures for radiographic diagnosis as requested by the healthcare provider.
• Provides radiological services by exemplifying the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform a variety of radiographic procedures utilizing various radioactive materials according to protocols
• Effectively assist with the administration of therapeutic radioactive materials and complete all necessary documentation
• Assesses the patient and determining their ability to comply with the physical requirements of the examination to minimize patient or examination problems.
• Performs various procedures in imaging areas such as: X-rays, CT scan, bone density, and operate mobile radiologic equipment according to daily/monthly schedule during regular operating hours and after hours.
• Follows protocol for diabetic patients on Metformin receiving radioactive material in the use of both diagnostic and therapeutic reasons
• Be able to effectively make adjustments to protocols and procedures under the advisement of the ordering provider, interpreting radiologist, and/or the Director/Manager of Radiology.
• Serve as the radiation safety educator of the Shenandoah Medical Center
• Maintain proper documentation or radiation safety measures, radiation reporting badges, and manage radiation badges for the radiology department and other staff members deemed necessary to wear and radiation monitoring badge.
• Serves as the primary trainer in nuclear medicine with adequate knowledge of the system, protocols set forth by the interpreting radiologist, and various troubleshooting techniques.
• Prepare for radiation safety committee meetings in accordance to state and federal recommendation and the radiation safety officer (RSO).

• 2. Prepares room and equipment for radiology exam.
• Disinfects all equipment before and after each patient contact.
• Follows infection control procedures.
• Maintains and restocks appropriate supplies.
• Follows established protocol in accordance with the requested procedure being conducted.
• Ensures all equipment is maintenance and in optimal function condition.
• Reports and follows up on equipment issues.

• 3. Prepares patient for procedures.
• Transports patients to and from radiology department.
• Identifies patient appropriately.
• Validates the procedure to be performed with the patient and obtains necessary consent.
• Validates patient prep and medical history for exam ordered.
• Explains procedures to the patient effectively.
• Assists in performing first aid as needed.
• Anticipates and responds appropriately to the needs of the patient and his or her family.

• 4. Follows established radiation safety policies and procedures to protect patients and staff and performs in a manner that ensures patient safety.
• Practices ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) and Image Gently guidelines with all patients.
• Minimizes retakes by selecting proper technical factors in the x-ray generating equipment according to exam protocol and patient condition.
• Utilizes radiation exposure reduction techniques such as proper collimation and lead shielding to minimize radiation exposure.
• Wears personal radiation monitoring device while on duty.
• Ensures visitors and staff are supplied with lead shielding or kept at a safe distance from the source of radiation.

• 5. Performs patient documentation and completes necessary office duties.
• Ensures patient reports are received in a timely manner for the health care provider in coordination with the interpreting radiologist group. Ensures patient charges are accurately documented using the EHR system.
• Provides input and assists with maintaining department quality, policies, procedures, and product information.
• Provides patient demographics and reports to hospital billing system utilizing HIPAA practices.
• Ensures correct patient exam is filed so charges are accurate for billing.
• Documents accurate and ongoing assessments of patient status related to nuclear medicine scans.

• 6. Communicates effectively.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with other health team members regarding patient condition, nursing plan of care, patient satisfaction needs and recommendations for meeting identified outcomes.
• Identifies and recognizes abnormal symptoms/changes in patient condition, established priorities, and takes appropriate action. Appropriately reports condition changes to medical provider.

7. Performs other duties as assigned.