Diagnostic Radiographer

Carle Health

Peoria, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Document Management, Emergency Management, Healthcare Providers, Homeland Security, Hospital, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Medical Imaging, Medical Protocols, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medicine, Nuclear Medicine, Nursing, Patient Care, Patient Safety, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Management, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, Radiology Information System (RIS), Regulations, Reporting Skills, Safety Equipment, Social Security Administration, Specimens/Samples, Test Lab, Time Management
LOCATION
Peoria, IL
POSTED
9 days ago
Sign-on Bonus Available! Relocation bonus available for 1yr+ experience and 50mi To perform routine and specialized nuclear medicine procedures for patients of all ages in order to confirm or deny required treatment. To adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist. Certifications: Registered in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) within 1 year - VariesVaries; Licensed Radiologic Technologist - Nuclear Medicine - Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA); Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) within 1 year - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB), Education: Certificate of Completion: Nuclear Medicine; Bachelor's Degree: Related Field; Radiologic Technology, Work Experience: Performs diagnostic Nuclear Medicine procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages. Exhibits competency in performing diagnostic imaging and radionuclide therapy Performs and documents administrations of all Radiopharmaceuticals Maintains quality care throughout the procedure practicing radiation protection maintaining personal exposure ALARA Performs required equipment quality control Documents quality control records and images camera floods Follows all conditions of MMCI radioactive material license and IDNS regulations Possesses knowledge and skills necessary to obtain adequate lab specimens for testing. Performs patient bedside lab testing and associated quality control in compliance with medical provider’s orders and hospital lab procedures/policies. Maintains working knowledge of equipment and procedures in order to function in multiple areas of the department. Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation and performs reasonable troubleshooting Checks and observes equipment for general safety and appropriate operation Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room Knowledgeable of thyroid ablations and therapies Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment. Building Relationships Performs support functions of the Nuclear Medicine/PET Department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost-effective care for our patients. Promptly processes films and paper work to ensure timely turn around in providing a report Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care by transporting to and from the department as required and working with multiple patients at one time utilizing appropriate resources to ensure safety Promptly and accurately enters patient information into RIS system and all other medical records to ensure efficient patient throughput Maintains the QA, QC and QI programs At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers.

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