Mass General Brigham·Dover, New Hampshire
Perform PET and Nuclear Medicine procedures, including administering radiopharmaceutical agents and ensuring diagnostic image quality. Responsible for patient care, safety compliance (ALARA), and maintaining specialized imaging equipment.
Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital
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PET Tech – Every other Saturday 7am-530pm at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital in Dover, NH.
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital - Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.
Wentworth-Douglass Hospital remains among the nation’s top hospitals for patient experience as a recipient of the Healthgrades 2022 Outstanding Patient Experience Award for the eighth consecutive year. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is renowned as one of the largest acute care hospitals in the Seacoast region of New Hampshire and Southern Maine. At Wentworth-Douglass, we value people who contribute to patient-centered care that enhances community health; we recognize and reward those who share our values and transform our patients' lives. We invite you to explore opportunities, cultivate community wellness and professional growth.
Essential functions 1.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to the analysis of information. a.
Patient identification- Introduces self and properly confirms patient identification prior to the start of procedure. b.
Documentation/ Patient History- Verifies and gathers all relevant information and paperwork for procedure and provides post procedure instructions (physician order, order requisition, pregnancy form as needed, written consent has been obtained.) c.
Assesses factors that contradict procedure being performed (ie: written orders, reason for exam, medications, artifacts, lab results, allergies, etc.) d.
Compliant with department standards when performing Universal Protocol to include, but not limited to pre-procedure verification, documentation verification and Time Out. e.
Assesses images for diagnostic quality and makes modifications as necessary. f.
Provides post procedure instructions to patients; follows up with physician(s) when necessary, providing documentation for changes to treatment plan.
2.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to patient care and patient education. a.
Provides accurate explanations & instructions at an appropriate time and place and at a level of understanding to the patient, parent and/or guardian. b.
Active Listening- attends closely to and attaches significance to a patients verbal and nonverbal communication; Refers questions about diagnosis or treatment to the patient's physician. c.
Patient Comfort/ Anxiety Reduction- determines the need for accessory equipment to maintain a high level of patient care and utilizes the Pain Scale when appropriate, provides reassurance, encouragement and emotional support. d.
Images patient using established Radiologists' protocol and Department guidelines. e.
Follows emergency procedures for radioactive material spills or radiation exposure occurrences. f.
Prepares procedure room with appropriate setup based on exam needs and department protocol. g.
Administers radiopharmaceutical agents according to regulatory and department guidelines.
3.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsible related to compliance. a.
Follows the Code of Ethics and works within their professional scope of practice. b.
Follows established Joint Commission policies and procedures for National Patient Safety Goals. c.
Radiation Protection - follows federal and state guidelines to minimize radiation exposure levels to patients, public and staff (ALARA) d.
Ensures order requisitions are entered into RIS system, monitors correct ordering physician, history and diagnosis. e.
Participates in QC/QA/PI programs; submits report documentation within specified timeframe set by department standard. f.
Provides timely, accurate and complete documentation of near misses, occurrences and action plans. g.
Infection control - minimizes the acquisition and transmission of infectious diseases; cleans, disinfects and maintains adequate level of supplies.
Maintains sterile field for procedures as required.
5.
Demonstrates competence in the performance of duties and responsibilities related to cost effectiveness and productivity. a.
Conserves, preserves and economizes where expendable resources are concerned (Examples; Supplies, overtime, and equipment.) b.
Demonstrates ability to budget time, is well organized and focused. c.
Performs job functions in a timely manner with accuracy; utilizes Imaging Services department specific programs efficiently, and consistently produces output of sufficient volume.
6.
Demonstrates competencies in the performance of duties and responsibilities in Nuclear Medicine equipment management. a.
Exhibits competencies in Visage PACS, scans paperwork into PACS accurately. b.
Exhibits competencies in EPIC and Pyxis supply stations. c.
Familiar with Dose calibrator and Nuc Med Dual Head Camera.
Ability to perform routine Nuclear Medicine procedures. d.
Familiar with Wipe test counter, Thyroid probe, Navigator system probe, Syntrac computer/software, and Ludlum Survey Meter.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Work Location: 789 Central Avenue
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 10
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
$43.78 - $50.99/Hourly
Grade: 6
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Requires an Associate degree in Nuclear Medicine and at least 1 year of experience as a PET or Nuc Med Tech. Must hold a NH Medical Imaging License and CNMT or ARRT certification, with BLS and IV certifications required shortly after hire.
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