Nuclear Med Tech Lead, Nuclear Medicine/Radiology, Full Time, Flex shift, Job ID 1444532

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POSITION SUMMARY:

Responsible for coordinating and supervising the overall function of the Nuclear Medicine Department. Maintains federal and state regulations governing hospital's radioactive material license.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Handles individual problems regarding staff, morale, procedures, salary adjustments, safety, and discipline under the guidance of the Director.
• Manages departmental in-service program and keeps track of attendance and topics covered.
• Conducts regular staff meetings (huddles).
• Handles the interviewing and hiring process for all supervised employees under the guidance of the Director.
• Prepares and reviews employee performance assessments with guidance of the Director.
• Attends Hospital Committee meetings as needed.
• Creates and organizes work schedules and assigns personnel accordingly.
• Ensures adequate staffing to cover absences, time off (vacation, sick, holiday), and Leave of Absence (LOA).
• Handles administrative tasks of the department, including preparation and development of budgets, reports, documents, payroll records, and statistical surveys, and submits them on time to Administration or other agencies.
• Manages inventory of technical supplies and coordinates purchasing and inventory control with materials management.
• Stays updated on new procedures, equipment, and methods, and participates in their evaluation and use in departmental operations.
• Applies -related knowledge of growth and development as appropriate for the patient population.
• Arranges for preventive maintenance, quality assurance testing, and repair of imaging and related equipment in coordination with other Imaging staff.
• Keeps practicing Nuclear Medicine skills current and seeks professional growth and development to create a positive and progressive Imaging department.
• Assists Physicians in all procedure-related aspects in their assigned area.
• Ensures patient safety and provides a positive experience.
• Accurately enters patient data into computer systems.
• Checks images and patient information for accuracy before sending to PACs.
• Performs Nuclear Medicine studies for at least 50% of their work time.
• Serves as a mentor and teacher for new staff and students.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Director.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Possesses empathy, emotional stability, strong interpersonal skills, effective communication skills, and most importantly, a genuine concern for the well-being of the patient and staff.
• The ability to mentor and coach staff is essential.
• Excellent time management, organizational abilities, and the capacity to work both independently and as part of a team are crucial.
• It is necessary to learn how to operate various office, computer, and nuclear equipment.
• The ability to handle a large volume of patients in a fast-paced environment.
• Being able to convey technical information to the public.
• Providing outstanding customer service.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE/TECHNICAL/OTHER:

• Education: Associates Degree or a Bachelors in Nuclear Medicine Technology ().
• Experience (Type & Length): Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Registered Technologist in Nuclear Medicine in a general acute-care hospital.
• License/Certification: ARRT(NM) and/or NMTCB.
• Must have a current license as a Certified Radiologic Technologist with the state of Florida.
• BLS (CPR) Certification (Required) from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Must clear background and drug test required.