Nuclear Medicine Tech, Lead

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About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.

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WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on Day One)

Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.

Position Summary

Directs daily workflow and assists the Nuclear Medicine Supervisor, Imaging Services Supervisor, Imaging Services Manager, and/or
Imaging Services Director.

Essential Functions
• Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
• Assigns team members to specific rooms necessary to coordinate patient flow.
• Initiates service recovery and involve supervisor and/or manager as needed.
• Plans and prioritizes exam scheduling and processing that support the needs of the patients and physicians.
• Works directly with the interpreting physician and supervisor to standardize guidelines and initiate revisions as needed.
• Ensures images meet the established Quality Control standards.
• Provides input to supervisor for evaluations/coaching plans.
• Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Participates in interviews for potential team members.
• Performs all nuclear medicine procedures. If a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also
perform diagnostic CT imaging as required by guidelines or physician order.
• Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to the modality with responsibility for radiation safety monitoring and
practice as it pertains to radiopharmaceutical storage, handling, and administration.
• Ensures safety of all customers.
• Acts as a resource for new team members and students.
• Assists in training of new technologists.
• Actively participates in departmental projects and process improvements initiatives.
• Utilizes all corporate radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of radiopharmaceutical and medication administration as
prescribed by a licensed practitioner. If a Nuclear Medicine Technologist is dual certified as RT(CT) or NMTCB(CT), may also
administer contrast as required by guidelines or physician order.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal,
state, and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

Other Related Functions
• Maintains cleanliness and organization.
• Maintains a cooperative work environment in the department and reports noncompliance to manager or supervisor.
• Reports equipment issues to appropriate personnel.
• Works closely with all departments to maintain high quality coordination of activities.
• May be required to work at any facility.
• Provides patient transport.

Education/Training
Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensure/Certification
Must meet ONE of the following in totality:
Maintains current certification as a

Maintains current certification as a (ARRT) (N) American Registry of Radiology Technologists in Nuclear Medicine
Must meet ALL of the following:
Maintains current Florida State License as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
Experience
Two (2) years of experience in nuclear medicine is required.