Nuclear Technologist

Cardiology Consultants of Philadelphia ( CCP ) is a professional medical organization committed to the healing mission of Medicine, and is part of a national cardiology platform, Cardiovascular Logistics (CVL). Together, we share the same mission to provide our patients with the highest quality cardiovascular care available. Join our team and be a part of an organization that is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and shaping the future of heart health.

CCP specializes in providing comprehensive cardiology care and currently has over 30 locations throughout the Philadelphia area. We are currently hiring for a per diem Nuclear Medicine Technologist to travel to our, Pennsylvania offices.

Please note that this role requires traveling to all CCP locations.

Responsibilities

• Identifies and assess patient using established procedures. Gives patient appropriate instructions and answers questions. Preps patient by placing IV's, electrodes, etc. according to established protocols. Obtains appropriate consent as required.
• Performs imaging procedures in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Modifies techniques as appropriate to patient conditions and situations so that optimum results are achieved.
• Processes clinical studies in a timely fashion for prompt results reporting. Notifies physician of abnormal test results for appropriate follow-up.
• Assists in all aspects of stress testing. Monitors patient response to exercise and pharmacologic stress and provides emergency care when indicated. Monitors patient post-stress testing and advises appropriate staff of patient problems.
• Maintains appropriate databases and records according to regulations. Archives patient studies for future review. Makes hard copies for patient's chart, referring physicians, as appropriate.
• Participates in quality assurance activities: staff meetings, surveys, correlation with cath, echo, etc.
• Maintains accurate and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, test results, referrals and consultations consistent JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations), and state regulatory standards.
• Advises Medical Director or designee of all patient or equipment problems.
• Prepares for and participates during NRC and state inspections.
• Participates in research projects as directed by the Medical Director or designee.