Nuclear Medicine Technologist II

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Set-up and operate specific equipment to perform nuclear medicine diagnostic examinations/procedures according to departmental protocols and report all equipment faults and errors to the immediate supervisor. Select the proper equipment, accessories and techniques to obtain the highest image quality.

Prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals (radioactive drugs) to patients including operating specific equipment and other diagnostic procedures for all patients as requested and ensure availability of images with required information in the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) and Radiology Information System (RIS) immediately after completing the procedure according to the departmental protocols and standards.

Coordinate care and safety of patients during routine Nuclear Medicine procedures. Review and comply with hospital and departmental policies and protocols. Participate in the implementation of the departmental strategic plan.

Ensure communication with patients and staff is meaningful and professional. Maintain patient confidentiality, rights and privacy at all times.

Participate in the quality improvement and research projects within the Nuclear Medicine section.

Handle equipment and related accessories safely and responsibly intended for Nuclear Medicine services. Follow established Radiation Protection measures for themselves, patients, other staff and the population in general. Follow safety orders precisely and conform to regulations concerning the use of radiation.

Fully inform patients and/or relatives as to the nature of the examination to be performed. Ensure correct patient identification and site verification checks are undertaken for each examination.

Ensure all applicable licenses and /or trainings are maintained current. Follow the established International Patient Safety goals.

Participate in monitoring and training students, technicians and new staff related to the assigned area. Ensure scheduled work is completed before signing out.

Perform other job-related duties.

Health Information System.
• Nuclear Medicine specific equipment and other area specific tools and systems
• Work-stream leads, subordinates, patient and their families
• All involved internal and external disciplines (clinical and non-clinical), physicians, medical team
• Expected to use critical-thinking skills to reach objective conclusions
• Dealing with patients and their families
• Great deal of details and accuracy

Education | Bachelor Degree in Radiological Sciences or related discipline from an accredited
institution – Essential

Major/Specialty in Nuclear Medicine/Molecular Imaging Technology – Preferred

Basic Life Support Certificate – Essential

Registered with Saudi Commission for Health Specialties - Essential

Work Experience: NASCDP - Nursing -Allied Health Saudi Career development (Training program)

English Language: Level – I – Essential

Computer :Level II – Essential

Radiological Sciences