Lead Nuclear Medicine Technician Lake Nona

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

10999 NARCOOSSEE RD

City:

ORLANDO

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32832

Job Description:

• Verifies patient identity, confirms exam appropriateness, and screens for contraindications prior to performing any procedure.
•  Explains procedures to patients, addressing questions and ensuring comfort throughout the exam process.
• Performs a wide range of Nuclear Medicine procedures demonstrating proficiency with camera acquisition and computer processing, adapting to new technology, and helping develop the knowledge and competency of coworkers and students.
• Adheres to all radiation safety and ALARA principles, including proper handling, storage, and disposal of radioactive materials.
• Conducts daily quality control and equipment checks, including dose calibrator, well counter, and camera performance, and reports any issues promptly.
• Assists in inventory control, including ordering, receiving and completing surveying process on all radiopharmaceuticals.
• Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.
• Notifies appropriate personnel when inventory is low.
• Supports scheduling of personnel to provide adequate coverage during all hours of operation, using flexible staffing when appropriate.
• Oversees quality control testing, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• Serves as a resource to department staff and other team members as needed.
• Performs team member orientation, training, and coaching, and provides input for performance evaluations.
• Supports with maintaining and renewal of Radioactive Materials License (RAML).
• Promotes a positive patient experience by ensuring service excellence, effective communication, and the delivery of timely, high-quality care by the team.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with physician orders, departmental protocols, and regulatory guidelines.
• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals in accordance with physician orders, departmental protocols, and regulatory guidelines.
• Performs a wide range of nuclear medicine imaging procedures, while ensuring image quality and diagnostic accuracy. 
• Maintains accurate records and documentation, including patient doses, procedure notes, and radiopharmaceutical usage logs, in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative [Required]
• Ability to assist in a wide range of duties to ensure the smooth operation of the department [Required]
• Age-specific care [Required]
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and have good comprehension of conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Appropriate technical skills in Nuclear Medicine [Required]
• Analytical skills [Required]
• Communication skills, including the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, write routine reports and correspondence, and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization [Required]
• Organizational skills [Required]
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists [Required]
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form [Required]
• Effective communication among employees, and between employees, patients, visitors, and supervisors to ensure quality patient care and to avoid misunderstanding, errors, and miscommunications [Required]
• Ability to deal efficiently, ethically, and courteously with all patients, physicians, and hospital personnel [Required]
• Excellent verbal and written skills to facilitate communication with medical personnel that addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient population within the organization [Required]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Associate [Preferred]
• Bachelor's [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• N/A

Work Experience:

• 3+ years of experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• Additional Licensure or certification requirements may apply depending on the specific unit or state in which this position is located. Please consult the relevant credential grid for detailed information regarding these requirements.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine Technology RT(N)(ARRT) [Required] OR Certified Medicine Technologist (CNMT) [Required] 
• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements – https://tinyurl.com/2vvwrzem

Pay Range:

$31.55 – $58.69

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.