Prepare, administer, and measure radioactive isotopes for therapeutic and diagnostic studies utilizing a variety of radioisotope equipment. Perform all duties according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements. Demonstrates a commitment to “World Class Customer Service” and promotes a positive work environment.
Prepare, measure, and administer radiopharmaceuticals for diagnostic and therapeutic studies by performing the following duties.
Calculate doses, order radiopharmaceuticals and administers doses under direction of Physician.
Performs diagnostic studies on patients as prescribed by Physician, using a gamma camera to detect radiation emitted and to produce images for radiologist interpretation.
Evaluates images for technical quality, verify in PACS, complete work in RIS
Able to answer patient, technologist and radiologist questions.
Must be able to go beyond duties in order to do what is best for the patients and department.
Perform quality control on gamma cameras and hot lab equipment.
Follow radiation safety techniques in use and disposal of radioactive materials.
Other duties may be assigned.