Nuclear Medicine Technologist Contingent Days

DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Oakland County is committed to outstanding customer service and medical care. This hospital features the Harris Birthing Center with all private birthing suites, the Charach Cancer Treatment Center (affiliated with the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Center), cardiac services, and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient diagnostic care. For emergency services, obstetrics and ambulatory surgery, Huron Valley-Sinai consistently ranks among the top hospitals in the nation.

About the role

Under general supervision and following established policies and procedures, performs diagnostic nuclear medicine exams utilizing appropriate imaging equipment. Verifies patient identity and reviews patient’s medical record for appropriateness of exam or procedure. Interviews patient to obtain, verify or update medical history and assesses risk factors such as medications, pregnancy and/or psychological indicators. Explains procedure to patient, including side effects of pharmaceuticals administered, risks, benefits, alternatives and follow-up. Sets up equipment and acquires appropriate images as per script. Reviews images, makes initial observations, documents exceptions from established protocols and communicates data to radiologist. Recognizes and responds to medical emergencies as appropriate. Provides physician-prescribed post care instructions to patients.

Participates in process improvement activities within radiology practice including but not limited to quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis and patient satisfaction. Provides imaging education to residents, student technologists and new employees. Able to take call/standby as required by the department.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic nuclear medicine exams using appropriate imaging equipment.
• Verify patient identity and review medical records for exam appropriateness.
• Obtain, verify, or update patient medical history and assess risk factors.
• Explain procedures, including risks, benefits, alternatives, and follow-up care.
• Set up equipment and acquire images as per protocol.
• Review images, document exceptions, and communicate findings to radiologists.
• Respond to medical emergencies appropriately.
• Provide post-care instructions to patients as prescribed by physicians.
• Participate in process improvement activities (e.g., quality of care, patient flow, reject-repeat analysis, patient satisfaction).
• Educate residents, student technologists, and new employees on imaging practices.
• Take call/standby as required by the department.

Qualifications

• Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N).
• Required to have or successfully complete American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support – Healthcare Provider (BLS) training by end of orientation period.

Skills

• Analytical and clinical skills to determine age-appropriate imaging methods based on patient abilities and limitations.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with and instruct patients under physical or emotional stress.
• Ability to comprehend and follow physicians' verbal and written requests and prescriptions.
• Ability to work effectively in a culturally diverse environment with hospital personnel and patients.
• Technical knowledge to operate specialized equipment and computers.
• Ability to work productively in a complex environment with multiple or changing priorities.
• Knowledge of American College of Radiology requirements for accreditation.
• Physical stamina for frequent walking, standing, lifting, and positioning of patients.
• Physical ability to stand, bend, push, pull, reach, and lift for patient care.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate and utilize all types of x-ray equipment and supplies for diagnostic-quality radiographs.

Location: Commerce Township, Michigan
Facility: DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital
Job Type: PRN
Shift Type: Day