TECHNOLOGIST, NUCLEAR MEDICINE

Overview

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

• Reviews exam requisitions and protocols, ask questions to supervisors as needed, and prepare for the exam.
• Performs imaging with focus on patient care, quality, and efficient time management. Communicate with CNM physicians to ensure satisfactory images.
• Prepares and perform quality control checks on radiopharmaceuticals, including chemical purity and calibration checks.
• Adheres to physician s orders, select appropriate radiopharmaceuticals and dosages, and consult with the physician as needed.
• Explains procedures to patients, administer radiopharmaceuticals, conduct studies, and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Observes radiation safety protocols, including protective shielding, proper handling, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
• Report equipment malfunctions or repair needs, and document testing and study procedures.
• Participates in in-service training, continuing education, and the PI Process. Assist in training and evaluating students, interns, and trainees.
• Ensures compliance with hospital, radiation safety, and national regulations, including ALARA principles and quality improvement programs.