Company: Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono

Location: East Stroudsburg, PA

Career Level: Entry Level

Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board

Prepares and administers radioactive medication to patients for therapeutic or imaging purpose
Performs nuclear cardiology imaging for the cardiac patient population operating the nuclear camera
Provides technical support to medical professionals and Physicians for the diagnosis, treatment, and care of the cardiac patient population
Works in a hospital facility that offers full hospital services
Provides direct patient care to high acuity patients including emergency, inpatient and outpatient classes supporting up to and including trauma and ICU
Performs high quality nuclear cardiology procedure for cardiac outpatients including explanation of test and safety precautions, observes patient, and reports/follows-up on any abnormal activity
Operates cameras and other sophisticated imaging equipment to monitor how the administered drugs affect tissues and organs
Prepares and administers the proper dosage of radiopharmaceuticals and isotopes to patients by either injection or inhalation
Employs safety methods such as the use of syringe shields, gloves, and radiation-monitoring devices to protect patients and medical staff
Oversees the ordering, storage, handling, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals
Assists in quality assurance relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment, policies, and procedures
Performs required documentation and record keeping
Rotates on-call for holidays

Associate's Degree in Nuclear Medicine required
At least 1 year of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist in a hospital setting required
Preferred 3 years of experience as a nuclear medicine technologist in a hospital setting
Ability to work effectively under pressure and keep confidential data secure
Ability to self-assess performance and take corrective action as needed
Demonstrates patient support activities such as patient flow and examination room preparation
Knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment and the ability to use it appropriately and safely

Travel Nuclear Medicine Technologist - COVID19 - $2,960 per week Job Listing at Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono in East Stroudsburg, PA (Job ID 5134288-2024-10-25)