Career Opportunity At Lehigh Valley Health Network Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.
Job Description:
Prepares and administers radioactive medication to patients for therapeutic or imaging purpose. Performs nuclear cardiac 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. On-call as required by the department. Works in a hospital facility that offers full hospital services. Provides direct patient care to high acuity patients encompassing emergency, inpatient and outpatient classes supporting up to and including trauma and ICU.
Job Duties:
Performs high quality nuclear cardiology procedure for cardiac outpatients including explanation of test and safety precautions, operates equipment, provides assistance during testing, observes patient, and reports/follows-up on any abnormal activity and documents.
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 personal radiation-monitoring devices to protect patients and medical staff from radiation exposure.
Oversees the ordering, storage, handling, and disposal of radiopharmaceuticals.
Assists in quality assurance relating to calibration and maintenance of equipment, policies, and procedures and ICAL activity.
Performs required documentation and record keeping.
Minimum Qualifications:- Associate's Degree Nuclear Medicine 1 year Experience as a nuclear medicine technologist in a hospital setting
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and to use discretion with confidential data that may impact staff and operation.
- Ability to monitor/assess performance of oneself, others, or the organization to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Demonstrates patient support activities such as patient flow, preparation, clean up, and turnaround of examination rooms.
- Knowledge of nuclear medicine equipment and understanding of how to use it appropriately and safely to prevent radiation exposure as low as reasonably achievable.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 DaysCNMT - Certified Nuclear Med Tech NMTCB - State of Pennsylvania orRT - Registered Technologist Radiology - State of Pennsylvania
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Nuclear Medicine 3 years Experience as a nuclear medicine technologist in a hospital setting Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
Job Description Disclaimer:
This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.
